Meet the women dancing their way through the pandemic
A group of Toronto women are finding community during the pandemic through a series of outdoor Zumba classes in Toronto’s west end.
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Digital fitness is the new wave in Toronto
Have you cancelled your gym membership yet? Many of us already have. A new trend of digital fitness is helping us stay fit.
Breaking a sweat before dawn
Nicolas Raymond-Nunes is always up early in the morning. Today though, he’s at the gym at 4 a.m., and he’s ready to get an energizing workout before beginning the rest of his day.
More universities embrace women’s only gym hours
Across the country there is growing debate on whether men’s and women’s gym facilities should be separated, especially on university campuses.
Pole dancing has become more than just a dance
No longer the exclusive province of exotic dancers, pole dancing could be on its way to becoming an Olympic sport.
First union in fitness world comes to East York
Personal trainers at Goodlife Fitness union demands pass
Take a seat, it won’t kill you
The warnings against sitting too long are frequently issued by health and fitness professionals, along with reminders to get a dose of daily exercise. While sedentary habits are definitely not the healthiest, will they result in your imminent death? According to a recent report by the International Journal of Epidemiology, the answer is no.
Movember Canada adds new way to fund raise for men’s health
It’s time to MOVE to the washrooms and shave. It is the first day of November on Sunday, which also means it is the first day of Movember. During Movember people usually grow their moustaches…
Raising awareness through the power of Zumba
Residents in a Scarborough community danced to support a cause for women across the globe on Valentine’s Day. Zumba instructor Dawn D’Sa hosted a 1 Billion Rising campaign in Guildwood Community Church, as part of the global V-Day Movement to end violence against women. It was D’Sa’s first time taking part in the campaign.
Toronto Argonauts come to YMCA
Argos player Jason Pottinger will be at the Scarborough YMCA to teach children about football and to keep them active.