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Team Unbreakable: The transformative power of running for youth mental health

Mental health challenges among Canadian youth are a growing concern. It is estimated that up to 20% of children and youth in Canada, which is more than 1.2 million young individuals, are affected by a mental health disorder. Addressing the mental health needs of these children and youth lays a crucial foundation for their lifelong…

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Feeling the heat? Stay safe this summer with these cool tips!
June 24, 2015
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The hot summer weather is finally settling in and people are heading outdoors for their workouts and enjoying recreational activities with their families. Everyone loves this time of year; there are so many opportunities for physical activity whether it’s a...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration

Should Athletes try the Paleo Diet?
May 13, 2015
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The Paleolithic Diet is hugely popular right now with its proponents touting its benefits through books, websites, personal blogs and health and fitness magazines. Athletes are always striving to gain an edge so it’s not surprising that many are turning...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Exercise Associated Muscle Cramping
April 1, 2015
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Muscle cramps are a common occurrence in sports and numerous other physical activities, where even highly fit athletes can experience slight to very painful muscle spasms.  Any muscle can be affected but it commonly occurs to the legs, for athletes...
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Athlete Development
Masters Sport
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

Three Key Training Elements for Masters Athletes
February 10, 2015
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Masters athletes is a term that encompasses a wide range of active men and women over 35 who compete in sports at a very high level; they can range from the weekend warrior to elite competitor. Baby boomers are a...
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Athlete Development
Children and Youth
Nutrition and Hydration

Nutritional Demands for Adolescent Athletes
December 11, 2014
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Good nutrition for adolescents is essential for promoting proper growth and development and is even more important with the demanding training schedules of a young athlete. Canada’s Food Guide provides excellent nutritional information for teenagers aged between 12 and 18 years...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Post-Exercise Nutrition
October 21, 2014
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Post-exercise nutrition should be an important goal that is placed at the top of any serious athletes training priorities. After an intense training session, your body will be sorely lacking the energy and nutrients it needs to recover. While we...
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Athlete Development
Mom's Got Game
Nutrition and Hydration
Sport Participation

Do you really need to take a multivitamin?
September 19, 2014
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Vitamins and supplements are big business, with billions of dollars spent each year. North Americans are firm in the belief that they need to boost their intake of multivitamins for better health – but do they really work? Researchers generally...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration

The Runner’s Tummy
August 7, 2014
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Experiencing physical activity by training to compete or exercising to improve our health are two ways to enhance quality of life. As you are going about your routine, stomach cramps can sometimes cause discomfort and cut short your workout. Runner’s...
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Equipment
Nutrition and Hydration
Sport Participation
Weather

Summer Safety: Preventing Heat Illness
July 29, 2014
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Heat illness is a broad term that encompasses several conditions, ranging from mild heat cramps to heat stroke.  Heat illness is typically caused by a combination of hot environment, strenuous exercise, inadequate adaptation to the heat, age, hydration levels and/or a...
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Children and Youth
Nutrition and Hydration
Physical Health
Sport Participation

Active mothers = Active kids
July 24, 2014
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Being physically active has many benefits such as controlling risk factors for heart disease, managing stress and generally improving our quality of life. In recent years, childhood obesity, a key predictor of obesity in adulthood continues to increase. This health...
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