While sport participation is a major factor in the development of most North American children, age appropriate activities are even more important for instilling a long term love of sports. And it’s even better if you can get your child to be involved in a variety of activities throughout the year. It’s alright if you want to develop your 3-year old into the next Sidney Crosby or Alexandre...Read more

When we think about high blood pressure, we associate this with getting older and watching our sodium intake. But an article in the Wall Street Journal brings to light a dangerous trend in adolescent and pediatric hypertension . The fact that more and more children and teenagers are showing evidence of hypertension means that they are on an early trajectory for heart attacks, strokes and other...Read more

Well it is official, summer vacation has begun. How are you spending those crazy, hazy days of summer? How are you keeping your children entertained for the next 10 weeks? What are your vacation plans? Why not try an active vacation this year? Perhaps some adventure travel? Keeping you and your family active this summer is very important, so why not combine sport and adventure for your vacation...Read more

There are great tips out there for those people who want to be fit and healthy for less. The fitness industry is a billion dollar business. There are never ending ways to spend money on equipment, clothes, supplements, classes and other gadgets when there is really no need. For most people exercise and maintaining a healthy diet is all that is needed. Although relying on your own willpower can be...Read more