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Training Factors
Weather

Warm Weather Training
January 30, 2014
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In Canada, we are accustomed to long winters. As a society, we have adjusted fairly well by moving many of our sporting activities indoors. However, some people still have to do some or all of they’re training outside, or come...
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Sport Participation
Training Factors
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Training in a Winter Wonderland
January 21, 2014
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by Leigh Cove Algonquin College Sport Business Management Intern Dipping temperatures, blistering winds, and the icy obstacle course that was once a road, usually send many fleeing inside to the safety and warmth of their homes this time of year....
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Sport Participation
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Two Wheeled Winter Escape
January 14, 2014
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by Leigh Cove Algonquin College Sport Business Management Intern Once again winter has settled in, and even though it’s just started people are already counting the days until spring. A lucky few will get to escape and fly somewhere not...
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Disability
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Sport Participation
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Adaptive Winter Sports
December 12, 2013
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Being active is beneficial for our overall health both physically and mentally. Physical activity should be inclusive of all people, no matter their ability or disability. Now that winter is upon us, people of all abilities should be able to...
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Sport Participation
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10 Tips for reducing the risks of ski and snowboarding injuries
December 10, 2013
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Winter is here and skis and snowboards are being polished up for weekends spent on the hill. Both skiing and snowboarding are excellent winter activities for adults and youth to enjoy as a recreational pastime or competitively. Propelling yourself down...
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Equipment
Sport Participation
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Working Out In A Winter Wonderland
December 3, 2013
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With Christmas approaching the inevitable drop in temperature is upon us. The good news is that this colder weather brings with it a plethora of outdoor winter activities to enjoy. People often have very practical reasons for wanting to avoid...
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