Health

When most people think of cycling, the Tour de France or Lance Armstrong may come to mind. However, cycling has quickly become the next Pilates when it comes to fitness trends. With boutique cycling studios opening across the city, fitness gurus and enthusiasts are looking to get involved. The high-energy, …

Photo: aqua.vida on Instagram  Team-based workouts are a good way to stay motivated when it comes to fitness. Knowing you are part of a group or team often pushes you to do your best, and working out alongside friends and family can be an excellent way to keep up your personal …

While many health-conscious foodies may be trying to avoid carbohydrates and sugar in favour of a lean and clean diet, there is far more to a healthy lifestyle than just weight loss. After all, your body goals at the gym may include developing increased muscle mass, in addition to staying …

Photo: on ejanson_mom on Instagram  While it is important to eat before you exercise, it is just as significant to eat a little something after you work out as well. The body needs a combination of both carbohydrates and protein to help repair and build muscle quickly in order to …

With shorter days, colder air and snowfall, it’s clear that another True North winter is well underway. These conditions can prompt even the most dedicated runners to retreat indoors to the treadmill- or worse, to the sofa. Yet though it is tougher, it’s not impossible to maintain a pleasant and …

Photo: iStock  With the winter season in full effect, we are back into the swing of the busy work routine. While we are slowly getting back into our regular schedules, it is important to leave time to channel our tensions and stresses into healthy, productive habits. There are various activities …

Photo: fruits._ on Instagram While many health and fitness fanatics have already heard of the DASH Diet, this dietary plan has maintained its popularity over the years. If you’re planning to shed a few extra pounds this winter or perhaps swap your favourite junk foods for healthy alternatives, the DASH …

As the latest superfood to attract attention due to its health benefits, the jackfruit is certain to make an appearance on lunch plates everywhere this year. Native to South America and Southeast Asia, the jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit on the planet and is commonly used as an all-natural …

Come January 1st, many of us set ambitious resolutions about how our fitness and health regimes are going to dramatically change over the coming year. Yet come mid-January, those resolutions can prove difficult to maintain and lead to abandoned efforts. This year, try setting some realistic health goals, which will make you …

In today’s fast-paced society, it’s easy for stress to become a common state of mind. It’s this pressure of everyday life that has likely played a huge role in the popularity of yoga practices over the past few years. Created in ancient India, yoga has now become popular around the …