Winter safety tips: Preventing injuries
Winter has arrived for many across the North. We are also being encouraged more than ever to get outside. Here are some tips for staying safe when walking on the ice and snow this season. Tips to b...
Active living
Active transportation: Daily physical activity can lead to health benefits
How often do you walk, cycle, or wheel to get to work or school? With warm weather arriving across Northern BC, now’s the time to opt for active modes of transportation instead of driving your car e...
Get ready for the Chetwynd Virtual Run! August 4-9
(Note: This article was co-written by Sara Hoehn and Charla Brazeau, primary care case managers with Mental Health & Addictions in Chetwynd.) To promote physical literacy during the C...
Bike fever: Early season progression and the quest for a new lid
I take a deep breath in. Hold it. I see the line I’ll take my mountain bike down. There are roots, banks, and pesky mounds of logs to watch out for. I breathe out, and start rolling. As I gain sp...
Choosing Wisely - What to do (for fun and wellness!) during COVID-19
As the weeks of physical distancing go by, we may be feeling any number of things: Stir crazy – “Get me out of this house and away from [insert housemate name(s) here]!” Sluggish – “...
Outdoor activity: Thinking outside the box
We’re living in extraordinary times! While we’ve been asked to slow down and stay home to stay safe, it’s important that we follow this direction while also taking care of our physical and menta...
Self-care for new moms: Physical activity can help
(This story was co-written by Gloria Fox and Randi Parsons.) While welcoming a new baby is a special time for parents and families, it isn’t always easy. There’s a lot to juggle in the early po...