Health Topics – Physical Health

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...

Some heart-healthy behaviours are obvious like getting regular exercise, eating your fruits and veggies and quitting smoking. But there are also some habits...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

Routine is our comfort zone. Most of us set an alarm for the same time every day (and with the same tune), eat the same breakfast and take the same route to...

There isn’t a magic formula when it comes to doing cardio or weights first. Like many people, you probably face this constant conundrum when you walk into the...

There is strong evidence which shows exercise is an important key to reducing our risk of major illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer....

Yes. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a casual exerciser, are in the gym every day, or compete in regular matches or events, anyone who cares about playing...

Most dieters know weekends present a challenge. On one hand, you want to take part in all the fun things your friends and family are doing; but, on the other,...