Health tips

Technology can be a great tool to help you keep track of your physical activity and goals. But can a fitness tracker actually help you get fit? We have some useful tips.

Many Canadians aspire to losing a few pounds. Although many of us focus on increasing our level of activity, it’s important to remember that you can’t out-train a poor diet. What you eat has a huge impact on your ability to lose weight and achieve your fitness goals.

Sometimes you just don’t have the time or the desire to go to the gym. Whether it’s cold and dreary outside or you are pressed for time, you can still have a great workout at home during the winter. All you need is a little creativity and some motivation.

We all know that exercise is great for people of all ages. It helps our bodies stay healthy, helps prevent various diseases and delays the effects of aging.

Keeping your metabolism working efficiently is the best way to keep your body weight at a healthy level. For some people, this is not a problem, but for many of us, shedding a few extra pounds is challenging. This is because each person’s metabolism is different. Some people seemingly burn off anything they eat, and others have to watch every calorie.

Having a happy and healthy family is the goal, and it starts at the top, with parents setting the example. When parents make healthy life choices, the rest of the family is more likely to follow suit, and it’s not just about what you eat. Healthy families approach life in a way that allows them to make effective, rational and healthy decisions about all aspects of their lives.