Walking seems easy enough, right? Almost anyone can walk. It is especially good for cancer patients and survivors. But a walk can be so much more than just a walk. A walk can promote a healthy body, clear mind and happy READ MORE
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Should You Start An Exercise Streak?
Getting the recommended 150 minutes per week of exercise is not an easy task sometimes. Maybe you view exercise as a chore and just don’t like to do it. Or perhaps you push that workout to the sidelines because other READ MORE
The Best Exercise for Cancer Survivors
Exercise is good for cancer patients and survivors. We have heard this time and again. Cancer researchers, doctors and nurses tell us that we need to be active. We are told that it will make us feel better and help READ MORE
Health Benefits of Trees and Hiking
There are health benefits from hiking and being in a forest. Trees can have a positive effect on people’s health and well-being. Science has been exploring this concept for decades. And I have been reading and experiencing these effects for READ MORE
7 Favorite Hikes in Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
I love hiking. There is something soul-gratifying about being out in the woods. Perhaps it is a primal instinct. Our ancestors lived in the wilderness, living off the land. They sustained themselves with what they could forage or grow. Part READ MORE
Walking Away Side Effects of Cancer Radiation Therapy
Fatigue is the most reported side effect of cancer radiation therapy. Radiotherapy can impair your body’s ability to take in and use oxygen. It affects muscle strength. And, ultimately, it can affect your quality of life when you feel exhausted READ MORE
Is Running or Walking Better for Weight Loss?
Robert William, of Fit Territory, is passionate about fitness. While he is not a huge fan of cardio exercise, he knows it is a vital component of keeping fit. He has graciously agreed to write a guest blog article for READ MORE
12 Benefits of Bodyweight Exercises Done At Home
Last Updated November 15, 2020 Bodyweight exercises are a great way to workout. They can be done at home. But they are often overlooked for more technical and exciting workouts, like TRX and Cardio Tramp. Perhaps it is the name? READ MORE
My Ideal At Home Indoor Running Setup
While the great majority of the world is stuck indoors, I thought I would use this opportunity to daydream about what my ideal setup would be for indoor running. Now, I am not the type of person to have exorbitant READ MORE
Is A Lack of Sunshine Harmful to Your Health?
Sunshine is vital to your health because of Vitamin D. It is estimated that 80% of people in northern countries and over 50% of the world’s population are deficient in this essential nutrient. Being stuck indoors, especially during winter months, READ MORE
12 Fun Ways to Workout on a Treadmill
Last updated November 15, 2020 This post contains some affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualified purchases. I am not a fan of the treadmill. Many call it the dreadmill. It has been defined by the Urban READ MORE
Why These Famous People Walk
I have been posting, blogging, tweeting and pinning about walking a lot. I do this because I truly care about your health and happiness. Why don’t most people walk regularly, I wonder? I am just an average person who reads READ MORE
Hiking – The Essential Beginner’s Guide
Hiking is a fantastic activity for physical and mental health. Most people can go for a walk in nature. But there are some things to consider before heading out into the forest. This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon READ MORE
Beginner’s Guide to The Treadmill
Most people don’t enjoy working out on a treadmill, nicknaming it the “dreadmill”. Most prefer to run or walk outdoors or run on a track. However, the treadmill can be a valuable piece of equipment when stuck indoors, such as READ MORE
Walking Back to Health and Fitness
Updated June 25, 2019 Walking can be a great way to get fit and, even, regain your health after an illness. There are many benefits from this low impact form of exercise. And most people are able to walk, so READ MORE
How to Find Your Motivation to Exercise
Are you struggling to find motivation to run or exercise? You are not alone. Let’s look at how we can find our motivation to run and workout. Let’s unleash your inner athlete. Updated June 24, 2020 This post contains affiliate READ MORE