The myth? Lying down helps backpain. The truth? Bedrest often prolongs backpain. Our goal? Staying active to reduce backpain. Backpain: Don't take it lying down
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Thank you to all who participated in Take a Walk Day! #Walking can relieve back pain, so remind yourself to move after long periods of sitting and if you can, take a walk. #backactive #yeg #ycc
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It’s Take a Walk Day! We’ll be at the Capital Plaza at 11:30 a.m. with promos, snacks and refreshments for a lovely afternoon #walk. You can still register for a walk and enter for a chance to #win a Bluetooth speaker at backactive.ca/. Your #back will thank you!
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Did you know (according to Get Canadians Standing) Canadians sit almost 10 hours a day? Register for Take a Walk Day at backactive.ca/ this Thursday to maintain a #healthy body and mind! #stayactive #backhealth
Summer’s not over yet! Riding a bike is low-impact, good for stamina and a fun way to explore the city. Hop on a bike! Staying active is better for your back. #backhealth #stayactive #bikeride
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Pump up the #jams on your next stroll and register at backactive.ca/ for Take a Walk Day. You’ll be entered to win a Bluetooth speaker! #takeawalk #backhealth
Soho the doggo wants you to give your back a #break on Take a Walk Day! Register at backactive.ca/ for a #walk on August 22nd. #backhealth
Walk with us on Take a Walk Day, August 22nd, and give your back some love! Join us at Capital Plaza, or get out for a walk anywhere you can. Register here: backactive.ca/ #backactive #takeawalk
Great tips!
Anyone here suffer from #backpain when they travel?
What are your best tips for managing it?
Here are 30 of my top tips! I'm a doctor & a traveller who suffers from back pain so I hope these tips help you!⤵️
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#travelhealth #badback #backpainsolutions
A popsicle that promotes muscle recovery? Count us in! #backpain #backhealth
We wish you a Merry Fitmas and a Happy New Year! Start 2019 off on the right foot by staying active this holiday season—your back will thank you.
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Cheers to shredding season! The mountains are open, making it so much more fun to stay active this winter! Before hitting the slopes, warm up with these stretches: activa.com/stretches-to-prep…
Don't forget to add @WinterWalkDay to your calendar!
On February 6th, Albertans are encouraged to walk at least 15 minutes outside. Last year, over 120,000 Albertans took part. Everyone is welcome to join in – individuals, schools, seniors’ centres, workplaces, & commuters. Visit WinterWalkDay.ca for more info #WinterWalkDay
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Burpee is one of the the exercises that most engage muscles, tight core, and pump heart moves. Also, for this exercises you don’t need any equipment and minimal space. ➡ goo.gl/m8zQqL
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DIY infused waters are a great way to enjoy your eight glasses a day. Try a different recipe every day of the week with these refreshing ideas: verywellfit.com/detox-water-…
Keeping a journal is proven to be an effective (and inexpensive!) form of stress relief. Boost that positivity by adding these three elements to your daily log: productiveandpretty.com/bull…
Good things come to those who 💦. We're start our #weekend off right by breaking a sweat. 👯 #twinning #yegfitness
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The weather outside is… delightful! Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean that you’re stuck indoors. Read 11 ways to keep fit outside the gym this winter: heartandstroke.ca/articles/1…
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Don’t let your budget or space limit your fitness. There are some great free programs, like @blogilates, that offer apartment-friendly work out videos. Find videos here: blogilates.com
Massage has a long list of benefits, both mental and physical. Considering booking an appointment but not sure what style is right for you? Here are nine of the most popular massage styles: verywellhealth.com/most-popu…
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