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World Water Day

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Jason Lidberg

Today is UN World Water Day. For more information about World Water Day and what you can do at home or work to conserve this essential resource check out this link from the United Nations.

Portion Sizes

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Pam Ruhland

When we start talking about nutrition we often get into conversations about macronutrients, how much water to drink, having “clean” foods as the mainstay of your diet and so on. What we can avoid, and it’s really far too important …

Swim to Survive at Saddletowne YMCA!

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Noshy Karbani

Swim to Survive is a program designed for those afraid of water or those who don’t know how to swim but want to be safe around the water. There are 3 skills involved:   learn to roll into deep water, swim 50 …

SipSmart! Empowering Kids for Health

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Nadina Kaminer

Juice, flavored waters, sports drinks and soda – all sugary drinks – could be bringing down your child’s health. Sometimes it’s hard for both parents to recognize what is and what isn’t healthy these days, with clever packaging and mixed messages …

What’s the Best Way to Hydrate?

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Nadina Kaminer

Store shelves are packed with different options for how to rehydrate after a good workout. But what’s the best way? In this article on the WebMD.com website, Elaine Magee takes a look at the options out there and helps determine …

Nutrition Tips – November 2012

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Pam Ruhland

WATER! It’s often overlooked but absolutely imperative to good health and excellent function in the gym or outside. Your body is made up of up to 75% water, depending on how much body fat you carry. Here are just a …

Summer Series #8: Water Polo

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Carollyne Cheng

Written by Social Media Youth Volunteer: Sheriza Jiwani Start from the beginning of my Summer Series. “A very exciting, very rough team sport,” comments Brianne G, age 15, when asked about Water Polo. Her first experience of playing the game was …

Water Safety Tips

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Carollyne Cheng

Written by: Grace Carmen Yuen This week is National Drowning Prevention Week in Canada. Did you know that drowning can occur in as little as one inch of water? As a former YMCA lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor, I’ve put …

Pre & Post Exercise Fluid Intake

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Rob Dickson

Now that summer is finally here, many people are heading outside to take part in their favorite physical activity such as running, walking, playing sports or joining in other organized physical activities. It is very important to maintain optimal hydration …

Sports Drinks vs. Water for Kids

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Nadina Kaminer

In an article on the Moms Team website, Brooke de Lench takes a look at whether water or sports drinks are better for hydrating kids in sports: This article includes a really comprehensive and detailed chart comparing water and sports …