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25 January 2023
Exercise: Powerful Medicine for Health and Aging
In this webinar recording, renowned kinesiology researcher, Dr. Stuart Phillips, shares how much (or how little) people have to do to improve their odds of living longer, healthier and better lives.Full story -
4 January 2023
5 health conditions that can benefit from exercise
Research highlights the positive effects of exercise for people living with different health conditions.Full story -
26 October 2022
4 evidence-based benefits of health-related mobile apps
Is there an app for that? It is highly likely when it comes to health-related matters. Research suggests the following may be positively impacted by mobile health apps: weight management, blood sugar control, mental well-being, and physical activity.Full story -
12 October 2022
Heart to heart: Caring for your coronary heart disease with exercise
Living with coronary heart disease? Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation can offer benefits.Full story -
14 September 2022
Getting your game on? Smartphone apps to increase physical activity levels
Gamified smartphone apps show promise as a tool to help you get moving.Full story -
25 May 2022
3 evidence-based strategies for foot health
Research shows there are many benefits to promoting the health of our feet.Full story -
27 April 2022
Concerned about your cholesterol? Let’s talk walking in women
Walking strikes again! Research shows it can hold benefits for women living with overweight and obesity when it comes to their cholesterol.Full story -
30 March 2022
Getting your ‘feet’ in the game! Can exercising your feet help you stay on them?
From injury to death, falls are a major concern for older adults. Recent research looks at how strengthening the muscles in our feet and ankles can help to reduce the risk of falls.Full story -
19 January 2022
Turning on the tunes: 3 evidence-based benefits of music
Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti, Do! Research lends support to the use of music for improving our mental and physical health.Full story -
29 December 2021
Dogs: Companions for life
"Man's best friend" is a common phrase referring to the close relationship of loyalty and friendship between dogs and humans. The physical and psychological health benefits of owning a dog appear to be numerous. But does owning a dog lead to a longer, healthier life?Full story -
10 November 2021
Finding success with non-drug treatments: 4 common conditions that can benefit
Are you living with dementia, high blood pressure, or urinary incontinence? See what the research has to say about your options for non-drug treatments. Hint: promising possibilities lie ahead.Full story -
3 November 2021
Competitive sports can be healthy at all ages
Competitive sports can be done at all ages. But what is known about the factors influencing older athletes to take part in competitive sports?Full story -
13 October 2021
Rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions and exercise: Getting on track with wearable activity trackers
We can all use a helping hand from time to time. Being more physically active is one area where some of us need that extra assistance and motivation. Wearable activity trackers may be a source of support for people living with a rheumatic and/or musculoskeletal disease who are looking to increase their activity levels.Full story -
18 August 2021
Getting to know what you don’t know about exercise and rheumatoid arthritis
Calling patients with rheumatoid arthritis and their caregivers! Do you know where the evidence stands on exercise as a treatment option? Peak inside for a breakdown of different exercise choices and what they may offer.Full story -
16 June 2021
Boost your social life through physical activity
Dancing, aerobic, weight training, Nordic walking, aqua-fitness classes… We all know the benefits of physical activity for improving our cardiorespiratory capacities or increasing our muscle mass. But did you know that physical activity could also have beneficial effects on your social health?Full story -
9 June 2021
4 Evidence-based benefits of seeking peer support
Can turning to our peers hold benefits for our health? You’ll be happy to know that research lends support to the use of this strategy.Full story -
12 May 2021
“Dancing” our way to fewer falls and better physical function?
Are you looking for fall prevention strategies that can help keep you on your feet? Research shows that dance-based mind-motor activities may help you with these efforts.Full story -
28 April 2021
Can pelvic floor muscle training be a solution for leaky bladder woes in women?
Don’t let the battle with your bladder take hold of your life and your ability to live it to the fullest. Research provides promise through the support of pelvic floor muscle training.Full story -
17 March 2021
Peripheral artery disease: Walking the walk with structured home exercise
Have peripheral artery disease in the legs? At home exercise programs can help improve aspects of your walking performance and activity levels.Full story -
11 November 2020
Taking a seat for better health? The benefits of modifying exercise for people with health conditions
Seated exercise may hold benefits for cognitive health in older adults with health conditions.Full story
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