People who value the physical and mental health benefits of exercise are more likely to maintain habits they developed during periods of COVID-19 lockdown.
Experts say encouraging physical activity should be a priority.
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Being physically active is largely not an individual choice, but a result of what funds, spaces, places and opportunities are available to the individual and communities.
Eccentric exercises (such as walking downhill) cause our muscles to lengthen under the load in order to slow the body down.
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Lockdown has, for many, been an opportunity to take up daily exercise. And this is something that must be encouraged long after lockdown restrictions are lifted.
One of the government’s strategies is to promote increased physical activity.
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The most effective strategy for reducing obesity will be tailored to each individual.
Both when planning family activities and choosing a child care provider, parents should be mindful of how much physical activity their children are getting.
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When young children are active, their brains and bodies develop the ABCs of “physical literacy,” a key developmental foundation. A new program from University of Winnipeg can help.
It’s more important than ever for families to develop new routines for staying physically and mentally healthy – and to address the part screens play in our lives.
Short walks can boost the immune system and keep a person fit.
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Don’t just sit there. It’s easy to get some exercise in your daily routine if you’re stuck at home.
Stress about the coronavirus pandemic can actually increase your risk of infection, but exercise can alleviate the immune system’s stress response. Above, a lone jogger in Ottawa, on March 17, 2020.
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The immune system can respond to stress in ways that harm health. But there’s a stress-buster that can help keep you calm and healthy: exercise.
Although colder weather is linked to lower levels of physical activity, changing seasons provide unique opportunities to be active.
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Keeping kids active in winter can be a challenge, as cold temperatures and icy conditions often mean more time indoors. Here’s how to maintain a healthy activity level throughout Canadian winters.
Regular exercise reduces the risk of obesity and a number of chronic diseases.
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It’s well-established that green spaces are good for our well-being. Now we can demonstrate that greater biodiversity boosts this benefit, as well as helping to sustain native plants and animals.
Remembering why you want to eat better and take better care of yourself can help you stick to your resolutions. Being present to family is one important reason.
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New Year’s resolutions are often no more than good ideas that last a few weeks. Research suggests, however, that putting purpose behind your resolutions can make a big difference. Here’s how.