Health Topics – Physical Health
Strength vs Cardio – which is better for the heart?
It’s an old exercise debate: Is cardio or strength training better for you? It’s commonly disputed in terms of weight loss or fat loss, but if you’re at risk...
Heart Health & Physical Activity
Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your heart health. Increasing physical activity from as little as 10 minutes a day to the...
Creating a Physical ‘Healthy Habit’
Exercise is good for your heart, bones, muscles, weight, and sleep. Staying fit can even help you to live a longer and healthier life. What is not to like?...
Beginner to 5km training plan
Training towards a 5k is a great goal for beginner runners. Now that parkrun – the free weekly 5k – is available in parks across the country, it’s never been...
10KM beginner training program
Are you planning on running your first 10K? Then you’re in the right place because this training plan can help you to get there in just three to four months....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Sleep – Why it’s important
A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising. Unfortunately, the Western...
Extra sleep or workout?
SHOULD YOU GET AN EXTRA HOUR OF SLEEP OR A WORKOUT? Your lying-in bed, trying to decide what time to set your alarm for tomorrow. You could get a full seven...