By Kristy Koehler, July 12 2018 —
Billed as “Alberta’s Mountain Playground,” Kananaskis Country, or K-Country, lies about an hour west of Calgary. The 4,000-square-kilometre area offers hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing and rock climbing among views that will … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, November 21 2017 —
Calgary’s biting air and slushy streets don’t exactly beckon us to spend more time outdoors in winter. Most of us prefer to bundle up in a blanket and admire the snow from afar. … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, October 16 2017 —
Before learning about Calgary’s strongman community, I was indifferent to the sport. My only exposure to it was through in the Guinness Book of World Records. The photos of bulky, bearded guys covered … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, October 13 2017 —
The University of Calgary campus has many accessible and cost-effective fitness options. But if you’re a part-time student or only have classes a few days a week, coming to campus just to work … Read the rest
By Jesse Stilwell, October 3, 2017
After being a member of Barre Body Studio (BBS) for almost a year, my addiction to their workouts remains strong. I look forward to entering the welcoming environment, joking with my favourite instructors and … Read the rest
By David Song, October 3, 2017 —
From lifting weights to going for a run, the University of Calgary offers many ways for students to exercise on campus. For those looking for a less conventional work out, the U of … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, July 20 2017 —
The Calgary Stampede boasted a new attraction this year alongside its world-renowned rodeo and deep-fried goods — the Strongman Competition. The competition took place from July 14–16 and was divided into amateur and … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, May 24th, 2017 —
Properly fueling your body for a workout is critical in maintaining a healthy balance of diet and exercise. However, there are many theories about when you should fuel to maximize results. Fitness enthusiasts … Read the rest
By Christie Melhorn, April 6 2017 —
Spring hasn’t quite sprung — it’s not that time of year where students plant themselves on the grass by campus’ main paths yet. However, it’s definitely warm enough to spend at least half … Read the rest
By Tina Shaygan, April 6 2017 —
Lagree — the workout trend favourite of Hollywood celebrities — is now offered in two locations in Calgary.
I recently had a chance to try this new workout at Lagree YYC, where I … Read the rest
