Return To A Healthier You: A Beginners Guide To Running

 With more and more people looking to get healthier, many turn to running to reach their fitness goals. If you have never run before, here is an easy beginner's guide to help you get started.   Have the Right Gear Firstly, you need the right gear, namely, running shoes. You

Running flat feet? Read on

 Running is a sport that people from any walk of life can enjoy. It has been a staple of the human race for centuries, and it's one of the best ways to keep fit, lose weight, and stay healthy. And if you're looking for a new hobby or want to

Outrunning restraints

 As we marked the sad one-year anniversary of the pandemic earlier this year, the talking heads spoke of “pandemic fatigue” and “Zoom fatigue.” Understandably so. We had grown tired and frustrated seeing our freedoms restricted at random, especially when we hear of people in positions of authority granting themselves exemptions.

7 benefits of being healthy

 Many people talk about the risks associated with being unhealthy rather than the benefits of being healthy. Being unhealthy, as we know, can cause a variety of nutrition and obesity-related health diseases. Chronic unhealthy habits result in 700,000 deaths in the US each year. How come there's less talk about

NHL players’ stay-in-shape workouts for self-isolation

 Thus far, 2020 has not been a particularly good year for training and fitness. Neither has it been a good year for sport, though this should all be set to change before long. But even in the best of times, having a solid fitness routine for keeping you in shape

Winterlude 2020 promises endless fun for the whole family

 It’s that time of year again! Everyone's fave winter festival is just around the corner and there is so much to do and see! Here are just a few of the spots you should hit up for hands-on activities, food, music, and more. Don't forget to take advantage of the

Hit the Ground Running

 Now that we are blessed with a few more daylight hours, it’s time to leave that treadmill in the dust and brace the outdoors for your daily cardio session. Studies have shown that exposure to the sun (Vitamin D) is linked to reducing colds and flus. Though the sun may be

The Rise, the Fall and the Comeback: a Story of Resilience and Athleticism

 By: Brianne Smith Stuart McGregor is sitting in a classroom, surrounded with brightly decorated walls and miniature furniture. He’s wearing a red Ottawa Lions shirt and jeans, sipping an extra large Tim Hortons coffee. The three-time Paralympic runner looks at ease here. It’s his fourth-grade homeroom at the Ottawa Christian

Long Road to Boston: an inspiring new book by Mark Sutcliffe  

 Ontario, Canada (October 25, 2016): Broadcaster, columnist and iRun Founder Mark Sutcliffe officially launched his new book Long Road to Boston to a crowd of over 200 supporters in the prestigious Mayor’s office in the nation’s capital city of Ottawa. Special guests included the mayor himself, honourable Jim Watson and

Plantar Fasciitis or Joggers Heel: An early sign of diabetes?

 Lets talk about Jeff, 45. He lives in Kanata with his wife Jill and his two daughters. He does little exercise in the winter, but enjoys jogging from April to September. He has put on a few pounds over the winter, which he blames to his lack of exercise and sweet

Living With Anxiety

 Anxiety: that feeling of worry, nervousness and apprehension that grabs a hold of you, shakes you up and stops you in your tracks. Anxiety is overwhelming and pervasive, leaving you frazzled, constantly over-thinking and unfocused. For some, it becomes difficult to have a normal functioning day. Anxiety can also cause

Destination Denver

 The state of Colorado is an obvious destination for skiing and sports enthusiasts, but you might not know that the foot of the Rockies is an equally impressive haven for arts and culture. Don’t hit the highway out of town the next time you fly in. Instead, take a trip

Ottawa 10K is Living up to Gold Label Expectations

 Lately, it seems like everyone’s been getting into running. Whether it’s for the purpose of trying the new sport-leisure fashion trend or for health benefits, we will never know. But one thing is for sure: while many people enjoy going for a leisurely jog during the warm weather seasons, it

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Peter Reid

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

The Sugar Shack

 March has come at last For beneath the snowy creek I can hear the water running fast Breaking the ice like panes of glass Little pockets form at first Until a mighty torrent bursts Not far from here In the distance we can see An old weathered hut built long

Outdoor Running 101 for Beginners

 Did you know that the average Canadian spends over 90 per cent of their time indoors? So, as we spring into spring, there is no better time to get outside to take in some much needed fresh air. Ottawa has one of the most active running communities in all of

Back In The Classroom At Wanderlust

 The mission of Wanderlust is to nourish and revitalize the mind, body and soul. By now we know the array of yoga classes and hiking excursions available will work the body and the top-notch musical performances will invigorate the soul, but what about the mind? Don’t worry; Wanderlust has it

Wanderlust: What’s new at this year’s edition of the festival?

 Photo courtesy of Maria Gotay. So now that you know all about the Wanderlust Festival at Mont-Tremblant this August, I bet you are just dying to find out why this year’s event is going to be better than any other! We know about—and are still awe-struck over—the breathtaking views and the