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Physical activity

Physical activity for busy people

Learn different strategies for making exercise a regular part of your day, no matter how busy you are.

Active commuting: cycling to work

Make cycling to work a part of your summer activity plans. Learn how to get you and your bike ready so you can enjoy a safe, legal and practical commute to and from your workplace.

Taking active breaks at work

Stay happy and healthy at work by trying these tips for being active throughout the day.

Practicing yoga at work

Learn some of the many benefits of practicing yoga and find out how you can incorporate yoga into your workday, whatever your experience level.

The dangers of too much sitting

Prolonged sitting is increasingly common and can cause all kinds of health problems. Learn some simple, everyday tips for getting and staying more active at your workplace.

Conquering back pain with physical activity

Beat back pain with this article on how physical activity can help you recover from back injury and chronic pain.

Does your workplace support physical activity?

Make physical activity a part of your workplace with these tips for making exercise accessible every day.

Encouraging employees to be physically active at local events

Learn about how getting active with local events and activities can benefit your employees, your organization and your community.

Increasing Physical Activity and Decreasing Sedentary Behaviour in the Workplace

article from: Alberta Centre For Active Living

The Alberta Centre for Active Living completed a systematic review on workplace interventions that focus on increasing physical activity and reducing sedentary behavior. The data attained provides practitioners and decision-makers with information on choosing and implementing effective workplace interventions.

The 10 best exercises to do at your desk

article from: forbes.com

Jacquelyn Smith, of Forbes, features the 10 best exercises to do at your desk. Employees often claim they are too busy to fit exercise into their day; however, this slideshow demonstrates there are plenty of ways to get your heart rate going between daily tasks.

Research and education for the promotion of physical activity

article from: centre4activeliving.ca

Through its website, the Alberta Centre for Active Living highlights evidence-based information for professionals who promote physical activity in their work.

Moving a Little More Goes a Long Way

article from: The Conference Board of Canada

Canadians’ physical activity could have a substantial impact on the economy. According to a report by The Conference Board of Canada, getting just 10 per cent of Canadian adults to sit less and move more would reduce Canada’s health care costs by $2.6 billion and inject $7.5 billion into the Canadian economy by the year 2040.

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