Practical Tips to Help You Start Working Out

Published on August 20, 2019

3 considerations to make if you want to start working out. Whether you’re new to…

10 Ways To Stay Active This Summer in Vancouver

Published on August 8, 2019

After all the rain we endure throughout the rest of the year, the sunny summer…

Choosing a Foam Roller That’s Right For Your Body

Published on May 7, 2019

Work out that muscle tightness by choosing a foam roller with the density, texture and…

Train the Trainer Event Recap

Published on April 29, 2019

To kick off the lead-up to Mental Health Week, Alive & Well hosted an evening of…

Core Strength and the Transverse Abdominis (TVA) Muscle

Published on April 16, 2019

The importance of strengthening your body’s natural corset. The transverse abdominis muscle (TVA) is just…

Postpartum Exercise: How to Start Working Out After Giving Birth

Published on March 24, 2019

Starting a postpartum exercise routine can be very beneficial in helping you recover after childbirth….

Gym Gear 101: Choosing the Right Running Shoes For Your Foot Type

Published on March 10, 2019

4 simple steps to get you into the proper sneakers. Finding the shoe that’s right…

Personal Trainer Prices: How Much is My Fitness Going to Cost?

Published on February 19, 2019

“What is the cost of a personal trainer?” This is always a big question for…

5 Things to Consider When Hiring a Personal Trainer

Published on February 7, 2019

It’s about finding the right fit for you. Working with a personal trainer is a…

QUIZ: Identify Your Foot Type

Published on August 7, 2018

Are you an over-pronator, a supinator, or something in-between? Looking to buy some new sneakers…

Client Stories: Meet Ani

Published on March 12, 2018

There is never a dull moment when working with Ani and his wife, Montse. Every…

2 Easy Ways to Clean Your Yoga Mat

Published on January 16, 2018

Let’s face it, we all sweat, and when you’re in a room that feels like…

Should You Exercise When You’re Sick?

Published on December 7, 2017

When cold-season comes around, the age-old question tends to pop up: Is exercising while you’re sick…

Indoor Activities To Try When It’s Raining in Vancouver

Published on October 22, 2017

Vancouver winters can be long and soggy but unless you have a condo down in…

FAQs of Eating and Exercise, Answered by Dietitan: Kelly Spec

Published on September 22, 2017

When it comes to the topic of nutrition surrounding exercise, we tend to hear the…

Healthy Mothers Day Gift Ideas

Published on April 22, 2017

No matter how much you may have gotten on each others’ nerves over the years,…

Spring into Spring Workout

Published on March 23, 2017

Help jump-start this spring weather with this plyometric jump-centred workout. Perform the below sequence either…

What to Eat Before a Run

Published on March 18, 2017

If you’re taking your car out for a road trip, you’re not going to just…