By Rebecca Lum During the winter months, getting an adequate amount of physical activity can be a challenge due to the weather conditions we face. So to break down the border, Rebecca Lum, our current co-op research student from the University of Waterloo and newest...
If your knees and hips tend to get stiff when the weather is cold and damp – give this a try. It will also boost your energy when the weather is gloomy. Exercise Bend your right elbow and slowly lift your left knee. Slowly lower and repeat on the other side. If...
If snow, sleet and ice have put your outdoor activities on hold, here’s a simple way to get in your 15 minutes of cardio inside. All you need is 1 stair with a railing (for safety) and a small space to stand. If you live in an apartment you can use the stairwell...
Last year, seemed to be all about planes, trains and automobiles. I traveled a great deal for work and pleasure. I was relieved whenever I got to sleep in the same bed for more than 3 nights in a row. Time zones, long days of meetings, eating hotel food and not having...
Back to school and work usually means more time sitting at a desk and a computer. The place between our shoulder blades can get really tight. Shoulder Stretch 1 Interlace your hands and place them behind your head. Press your elbows back and gently press your head...
If you are new to strength exercises do the action without any weights to start with. If you don’t have small hand weights you can use a can of soup, a water bottle or hold books. Exercise Stand up tall and bring your arms to the starting position as shown. As...
