Heat&#x2d;related injuries and risks are on the rise, especially with Canada’s climate heating up at twice the global average. Don’t sweat the small. These simple, straightforward tips will keep you safe, strong, and fit during a hot summer workout.

Summer

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Health

Wondering if summers have become hotter (and smokier!) than they were when you were little? You’re not imagining it: extreme heat events are increasing due to climate change. Here’s how we can face this new reality.

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Canadian doctors can now connect patients with the health benefits of nature by prescribing Parks Canada Discovery Passes.

Nature

Being surrounded by nature comes with a host of health benefits. Why not add an outdoor workout to the mix for an even greater health boost?

This Outdoor Workout to Get Fit and Fight Stress | alive

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Fitness

What better way to spend a warm summer’s day than at the beach? Sand, sun, and surf melt away stress and create the ultimate beach workout environment.

Beach Workout: Moves That Make the Beach Your Gym | alive

Beaches

Breathe some life into your workout routine. Trail running provides a change of pace, plus singing birds, panoramic vistas, and fresh air.

The Dirt on Trail Running: Tips for Getting Started | alive

Running

The East Coast Trail, along the craggy coast of Newfoundland, has plenty of unpredictable challenges—and charms. Come from away, b’y, and enjoy the trek.

The East Coast Trail: Trekking with a Townie | alive

Hiking

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Whether you’re heading out into the backcountry on a multi-day hike or starting your hiking adventure with a day trip, you need to be prepared.

Backcountry Hiking Tips: What You Need to Know Before You Go | alive

Exercising Outdoors

Feeling locked into your gym routine? Take a step off the treadmill and into the trees with this 10-minute lumberjack workout!

The Lumberjack Workout: A 10-Minute, Outdoor Sweat Session | alive

Winter is here—so it’s time to hibernate until spring, right? Not so fast. Studies show that the benefits of being in nature are huge at any time of year.

Winter Sports

It’s a sparkling summer day—perfect conditions for an adventure on a paddleboard. This picture-perfect video is some serious fitspiration.

Fitness Teaser: Paddleboarding in Paradise | alive

Summer is the perfect time to venture outside of your comfort zone! Paddleboarding is fun and easy to learn, and it's a surprisingly good workout.

How to Paddleboard Like a Pro | alive

Geocaching: Join The Worldwide Scavenger Hunt | alive

Geocaching

Learn about the many benefits associated with exercising in the beauty of nature.

The Benefits of Green Exercise

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Exercising outdoors in nature has a positive impact on our physical and mental health. Our beginners' guide to hiking will start you off on the right foot.

Exercising Outdoors

Beat the Summer Exercise Heat

Living with Extreme Heat

Better Health, Naturally? There’s a Prescription for That

An Outdoor Workout You Can Do Anywhere

Sweats on the Beach

The Dirt on Trail Running

The East Coast Trail

The Backcountry

Lumberjack Workout

6 Big Benefits of Being in Nature (Even When It’s Cold)

Fitness Teaser: Paddleboarding

Paddleboard Like a Pro

A Geocaching Adventure

The Benefits of Green Exercise

Hiking Guide

Embrace the Canadian Winter

6 Ways to Mix up Your Running Routine

Let's Exercise Outdoors!

Dust Off Your Wheels

Having Trouble Sleeping? Get Moving!

Exercise Safely this Summer

Exercise your love of nature