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8 ways to help girls and women be physically active
Whether it’s swimmer Penny Oleksiak, soccer player Kadeisha Buchanan or skier Marielle Thompson, women in Canada are dominating the world stage of sports and athletics and inspiring young women to lead active lifestyles. With March 8 being International Women’s Day,...
4 active ways you can improve your heart health
What’s the right amount and type of physical activity to support your heart health? Check out four active ways to improve your heart health.
Key habits for a healthy heart
Did you know we can prevent around 80% of premature heart disease and stroke through healthy behaviours? Check out these key habits for a healthy heart.
6 nutritious foods that can boost your mood and energy
Check out this list of foods that can boost your mood and energy from a registered dietitian.
6 useful resources to help boost your mood through movement
A roundup of some of our best mental health tips, strategies and resources to help you combat the winter blues and boost your mood.
How to use habit stacking to stay on track
Forming and sticking to new habits can be challenging. Luckily there’s a science-backed approach called “habit stacking” that can make this easier for you.
Ask Dr. Leigh: How can we help kids get more active?
On October 4, we launched the 2022 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. Since then, we spoke with Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, Scientific Director at ParticipACTION, to hear her thoughts and insights on the Report Card grades and evidence....
Pandemic lessons on getting kids active
To help you on your journey towards improved workday health, we’ve created a week-long healthy workday challenge.
Working towards 150!
This article was contributed by the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Elevating your heart rate and breaking a sweat will result in many health benefits. Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) can provide you with...
Move for your mood
Learn the mental health benefits of physical activity and actionable solutions to Move for your Mood!
2021 ParticipACTION Adult Report Card Q&A with Dr. Leigh Vanderloo
DR. LEIGH VANDERLOOSCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR, PARTICIPACTION On November 30, we launched the 2021 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults. Since then, we had a chance to speak with Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, Scientific Director at ParticipACTION, to find out...