Exercise Ups Post-Stroke Survival Rate
By Wendy Haaf A 2021 Canadian study found that the incidence of death was up to 80 per cent lower…
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Sit Fit!
Here are three ways to get a healthy dose of physical activity each day without even leaving your chair By Priscilla Regli Torso Twist 1. Sit comfortably with your back resting against the back of your chair. Keep your…
Get Stronger Ankles
It’s easy to turn an ankle—these three strengthening exercises can help prevent sprains By Priscilla Regli Walking Awkwardly 1.…
Exercises: The Thighs of a Dancer
This winning combination of exercises will up your tone, endurance and strength The Chair 1. Stand with your back against…
Take a Knee
Does jumping, hopping and other such activity bring on knee pain? If so, try these two low-impact Pilates moves. They’re…
Exercise and Meds Lower BP
By Wendy Haaf If you have prediabetes and take medication to lower your blood pressure, you can reap more health…
Tai Chi Can Improve Insomnia
When it comes to improving insomnia, regular sessions of tai chi work just as well as conventional exercise, according to…
You Needn’t Exercise Long to See Benefits
Researchers say even four-minute high-intensity workouts can boost your fitness By Caitlin Finlay The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends…
Rejuvenate Your Brain
Here’s what you can do to help keep your aging brain young By Wendy Haaf If you ask Canadians what…
Walking to Protect Your Heart
Should you aim for fast or far? Science says both. Speed or distance? Researchers say that both are effective…
