Physical activity and your menstrual cycle

Physical activity and your menstrual cycle

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND YOUR MENSTRUAL CYCLE  Many women wonder whether it is OK to work out during their period. The answer is easy: Yes! In fact, you may find that you can be more physically active and at a greater intensity at certain times of the month than at other...
What happens if you stop training for a month

What happens if you stop training for a month

Whether you were side-lined by an injury, let your schedule hinder your workouts or you simply lost the motivation to step on the stair climber, a longer-than-expected break from your fitness routine can lead to surprising physical, mental, and emotional changes. Our...
Working out in the morning vs evening

Working out in the morning vs evening

Working out in the a.m. has its perks, sure. But there are benefits to being an evening sweater, too. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons. In the fitness world, there’s no rivalry as contentious as the one between those who get after it at the crack of dawn, and...
Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis

WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS AND WHAT DOES IT DO? Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones lose their strength and are more likely to break. Osteoporosis doesn’t show any outward symptoms and the first sign of osteoporosis is often a broken bone. Broken bones and fractures...
6 surprising habits that can hurt your health

6 surprising habits that can hurt your health

Some heart-healthy behaviours are obvious like getting regular exercise, eating your fruits and veggies and quitting smoking. But there are also some habits that are bad for your heart that may be a little less obvious. 1. YOU’RE GETTING ANGRY A LOT We all see red...
Heart Health & Tips

Heart Health & Tips

You might not give it much thought throughout the day, but your heart is working around the clock for you. It is the most important muscle in your body because it pumps blood and oxygen to all your organs. When your heart doesn’t get the care it needs, serious...