Exercise Programs

The best exercise programs are ones that leave us feeling invigorated and produce the best results for both physical and mental long-term fitness. This can be different for everyone depending on your age and ability, but once you find what works for you the benefits of an exercise program can be great for health and longevity.Woman doing yoga

Types of Exercise Programs

Crossfit- The Cross fit workout program focuses on high-intensity training and functional movements with the intention of training muscles, joints and ligaments for full body toning and fitness.

Yoga- Yoga is extremely popular for both it’s physical and mental health benefits. Yoga provides excellent resistance training, muscle toning, posture and also increases blood flow and decreases stress.

Couch to 5K- This exercise program helps new runners build endurance and increase their mileage until they are able to run 3.1 miles. It’s great for someone starting out with running!

There are many more workout programs available and you may find that designing a custom exercise program with a personal trainer is best to suit your individual needs.

Ab Routine From Masters Champion Tracey Battle

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The Best Posture is your NEXT Posture

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FUNtervals – Exercise Intervals For Children

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Crossfit For All Ages

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Quick Facts For A Healthier You

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A Fun Alternative: Trampoline Workouts

Sara Thompson – M.Sc. in Exercise Science In recent years, a new type of exercise has taken off in North America and around the world. “Rebound exercise”, or “Bouncercise”, comprises of balancing, jumping, and various exercises performed on a trampoline. Its increase in popularity is likely due to the fact that many people find exercise

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Exercise Program For High Blood Pressure

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Tempo Workout From World 400m Masters Champion

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Get Active With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gillian White – MSc, PhD (C), University of Toronto, Department of Exercise Sciences Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease causing pain, swelling, and dysfunction of the joints in roughly 1% of adult Americans (Scott, Wolfe, & Huizinga 2010). Because of its autoimmune nature, symptoms can be improved with lifestyle behaviours that reduce inflammation. Although

Speed Workout for Endurance Athletes

Kenneth Mungara, 42, is the Master’s Marathon World Record holder.  He is also the winner of the 2015 Gold Coast Airport Marathon in Australia.  Mungara shares a once a week speed workout for any ability of runner looking to improve their fitness. You Might Like:

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SXS Health Challenge: A Long-Term Lifestyle Change

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