Active transportation (AT), can be a great way to get to and from work, school, grocery shopping or simply as a means of visiting friends in your community. It can also be a way of staying active while getting the recommended level of daily physical activity . For those who have busy schedules and feel they lack the time to follow an exercise routine, using AT as a means of commuting can address...Read more

SIRC’s goal has always been to broaden the knowledge of sport community by providing high quality and timely content in order to enhance the learning experience and stimulate conversation and once again we have succeeded in that endeavor. In 2014, we aimed to streamline the information sharing process and with the launch of our new website we were able to further expand our services and create an...Read more

For 11 months of the year we (mostly) watch what we eat and stick to our exercise routine, then the holidays roll around and the wheels fall off. Tempted by wonderful goodies every time you turn around and overloaded by a hectic schedule it’s easy to let your healthy habits slip, overindulge, neglect your workouts and become stressed. Did you know that tobogganing can burn up to 346 calories an...Read more

Seniors may be overlooked when thinking about adding diversity to your sports and fitness programs when the fact is that many seniors share the same barriers when facing sport participation. Community recreation and sport programs can be great for older people who feel isolated by helping them build connections as well as open up other possibilities for participation in other activities. Research...Read more