Spring into an Active Lifestyle
Adapted from a post by Andrea Riddell, R. Kin, – Mount Forest FHT We all know that moving more is good for us but getting the recommended amount can feel really overwhelming, even when we know it’s connected to health. An active lifestyle is simply defined as...
Cancer and Exercise
Adapted from a post by Sandy Turner, RKin, Minto-Mapleton FHT More and more research supports exercise’s physical and mental benefits along the cancer journey. The benefits of exercise on symptom management and recovery are exciting. Many international cancer...
New Year Resolution
Jena Docking, RKin, Upper Grand FHT With a New Year comes many resolutions. The idea of starting fresh and implementing a change can excite us! Unfortunately, only 16% of people are successful at following through on their resolutions, and many give up within one to...
How to Manage Lower Back Pain with Exercise
Adapted from an article written by Michelle Jacobs RKin, Kincardine FHT What is lower back pain? Lower back pain is one of the most common muscle injuries. Almost everyone experiences it at some point in life. The lower back (lumbar region of the spine) consists of...
Managing Menopause with Movement
Holly DeVisser, RKin, Bluewater Area FHT Menopause can be defined as the transitional period between the reproductive and non-reproductive phases of life in women. Some terminology that is sometimes used to describe the phases of the menopause transition include...
