Health

Summer is synonymous with trips to the beach and lounging by the pool. However, for many women wearing a bikini, the season of exposed skin and rising temperatures can be daunting and sometimes uncomfortable. While we can agree confidence comes from within, there is nothing wrong with wanting to tone …

Although the weather may be gradually improving, stress is still a factor in the lives of many people. If everyday life is slowly weighing you down, you may found yourself feeling anxious and tense about work deadlines or personal problems. It doesn’t matter if you are a student, parent or even …

Photo: WHISTLE With the recent rise in boutique-style gyms, team workouts have become a popular trend. These smaller, more intimate locations put a focus on more one-on-one interactions and team-building. This idea of partnership when working out is the inspiration for the smartphone app WHISTLE, which was created by Toronto-based …

Photo: iStock  Whether you’re sitting at a desk or constantly up on your feet, chances are at the end of the day your body is feeling stiff. While it’s important to stretch before a workout, anyone can benefit from stretching a couple of times a day. If your body goals …

With spring upon us and summer around the corner, many Canadians will be taking time off for some rest and relaxation. However, for those who are fitness junkies, holidays can throw one’s groove off. Between the lounging around and food indulgences, it can be tough to maintain your health and …

If you made a fitness goal at the beginning of 2017, you might be finding this is the point of the year your momentum is slowing down. It can be easy to lose sight of your goals, but there are a few things you can do to keep you motivated. …

Spring cleaning shouldn’t be limited to the backyard shed or garage. For health conscious foodies who want to detoxify their system and stay healthy, a cleanse can help you feel refreshed and energized. With so many different detox plans on the market, cleansing your body can be intimidating. However, a cleanse …

  Photo: healthmagazine from Instagram If you started a new diet as part of your New Year’s Resolution, this may be the point of the year where you have given up or are in search of a different diet. With many diets on the market focusing on calorie-counting and extreme food …

Photo: francescacastorr on Instagram For many newbies who are just settling into a fitness regimen, the thought of using the equipment at the gym can certainly be daunting. However, all you really need is your body and some open space to achieve an effective, fat-burning workout. Bodyweight exercises can be done …

From kale to açaí berries, there have been a number of superfoods many of us have added to our diets in recent seasons. With foodies drawing their inspiration from health-conscious stars like Beyoncé and also developing a general concern for sustainable eating, plant-based diets have been on the rise. For those …