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University District Block Party, Calagary

Explore the Award-Winning University District at the Annual Block Party

University District (U/D) never falls short on fun, entertaining events, and this year, the U/D Block Party is making its third comeback as an annual community favourite.  University District is an award-winning community located west...
UROSPOT team

Bid Farewell to Bladder Leaks with UROSPOT

Is there anything more annoying than a bladder leak when you laugh, cough, sneeze or exercise? What about the constant urge to use the bathroom and the worry that you won't find one in...
kinesiologist helps a mixed race man doing exercises to strengthen his back muscles. treatment of back pain using kinesitherapy.

Ask the Expert — What is Active Rehabilitation

Active rehab is an evidence-based rehabilitation program used by trained kinesiologists to help individuals recover from an injury or illness. It is an individualized program where the clients play an active role in their...
Victoria Marathon runners crossing the finish line

The Royal Victoria Marathon is More Than a Race

This October, the streets of the picturesque city of Victoria will once again be transformed for the Royal Victoria Marathon (RVM), one of Vancouver Island’s largest annual sporting events.  The 43rd edition of the race,...
Alberta Blue Cross Face of Wellness

Are You a Face of Wellness

Feature photo: Lauren Kennedy West, the 2022 grand prize recipient of the Alberta Blue Cross® Faces of Wellness program. In 2021, Alberta Blue Cross® launched the Faces of Wellness program to celebrate Albertans who are...
PUMA x Ciele Athletics Launch

PUMA and Ciele Athletics Unveil Their First Collaboration

PUMA and Ciele Athletics announce the launch of their first collaboration together, The Sound Mind Collection. This limited-edition collection tells the story of a runner's life as they strive to achieve personal records while balancing...
Little Leaf and Kate Cloud for hiking

Bleating the Odds

Kate Cloud and her 47-pound pygmy goat Little Leaf arrived at Carrizo Plain National Monument in California on a whim.  Three hours north of Los Angeles, the site’s 250,000 acres boast rolling hills, ridges, ravines,...
Ian Dyck and Trevor Baine run British Columbia's West Coast Trail in less than 24 hours.

Calgary Runners Race Against the Clock on the West Coast Trail

If hiking British Columbia’s West Coast Trail over a week isn’t adventure enough, Calgary’s intrepid runners Ian Dyck and Trevor Baine added another dimension to their bucket list item — run it in less...
Vivo for Healthier Generations fitness facility

Vivo for Healthier Generations Expands

Looking for a place where your family can stay active, have fun, and make lasting memories? Look no further than Vivo for Healthier Generations, the ultimate destination for wellness enthusiasts of all ages. With...
Active people practice surfing on the beach

What to Know Before You Travel

Before your next vacation, focus on improving circulation, fortifying your immune fuction, and resetting sleep wake cycles. Start at least one month to two weeks before travelling. Know Before You GoUnderstand risks: know what diseases...

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Registration for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is Open

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The Brooks Ghost Max

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The Newest in New Balance’s Fresh Foam Series is Here

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To those of us who live in the frosty north, the idea of an island paradise with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear aqua waters...