Take These Simple Steps To Start Running Running can be a great and an easily accessible activity (especially in Ottawa!). However, it can be a little intimidating on knowing where to start. How long? How fast? What equipment do I need? Based on the kinds of questions we receive as health care providers, here are…
Six Benefits of Going for a Walk Going for a walk is a natural part of springtime. We want to get outside to enjoy the fresh air, enjoy the flowers, and move. Walking is a simple activity that almost everyone can do from a small child to those in their golden years. It can be…
Exercise Tips for a Safe and Healthy Workout The Winter Olympics are over and the snow is melting (or at least it is in our minds). There is no time like the present to get moving with an early start to your spring training! Regular exercise is good for you and has wide-ranging physical, emotional,…
How to Add Cross-training to Your Running Plan The 2017 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is fast approaching. This annual race in our Nation’s Capital welcomes tens of thousands of runners each year. It is the biggest multi-distance race event in Canada and has the largest marathon in Canada. The weekend-long event hosts a total of…
How to Keep On Track With Your Workouts At The Cottage With the warmer weather upon us, people are heading to their cottages on a regular basis each weekend. Cottage life can be a bit tricky for people wanting to stick to their workout routine. Here is a list of things that you can…