This time of year is synonymous with giving and donating to charitable organizations. Part of the holiday season is scheduling which charity events you will be attending, and which charitable organizations you will be donating to this year. Here are a few of Victoria’s local charities helping to make the holidays a bit brighter: Santa’s […]
The holiday seasons are full of calorie-laden goodies and drinks, so here are some tips to help you resist those temptations! Before heading out to a party eat a snack before you go. Eat a handful of nuts, a small piece of fruit or a few slice of cheese and this will help keep your […]
The best approach to healthy eating, is to eat a well balanced diet and eat in moderation; but many of us make the same mistakes; so here are a few tips to keep you on the “right” path. Planning Too Many Meals It’s great to try new things especially with regards to eating a rainbow […]
To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 50 kg (110 lb) and be in good general health. You may not be able to donate blood if you have donated blood in the past 56 days, or if you do not have enough iron in your blood. You can […]
With more than 200 viruses causing the common cold, you’re bound to catch a sniffle or two: Diversified Health shares six ways to boost your immune system. Think Positive – Happier people are less likely to develop colds when exposed to cold viruses. People with high positive emotion scores produce just enough cytokine (a protein) […]
Runner’s knee or patellofemoral pain syndrome is a common biomechanical problem that can affect anyone who is involved in activities that requires on-going knee bending, such as walking, biking, or running. Patellofemoral pain syndrome can result from: Overuse. Repeated overstretching of the muscles and tendons of the knee Trauma to the knee by a fall […]
Here is a simple guide to help you choose your next pair of running shoes. Running in old worn-out shoes is one of the most common causes of running injuries. Your shoes lose cushioning, stability and shock absorption over time. A “good” rule of thumb is to replace your running shoes every 500km. Shoe sizes […]
One in eight Canadians currently suffers from some kind of arthritis, and over the next 20 years, this number is expected to rise to one in four (the result of a less active population, obesity and other factors). For young people –almost 20% of all osteoarthritis patients – the condition develops after an injury or […]
One of the biggest athletic events in Victoria; the annual GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon happens every October. The marathon weekend features four different races: the Marathon, the Half Marathon, 8K Road Race, and the Thrifty Foods Kids Run. The race weekend also includes a Victoria Marathon Race Expo. The Expo is free and open to […]
Pillows impact the quality of our sleep – and sleeping on the wrong pillow can contribute to headaches, neck, should and lower back pain. Pillows are designed to keep the spine in a natural alignment. The human neck curves slightly forward and it’s important to maintain this curve when in a resting position. According to […]
