Home
Discover
SWSCD Hub
Women’s Circles
Athlete Advisor
Marketplace
For business
Athlete memberships
Get connected now.
LAST CALL for our women's gravel ride experience next Sunday. Book by midnight tonight (Monday, May 23) for a fun, social introduction to riding gravel roads and rail trails. We'll enjoy IG-worthy photo stops, tasty mid-ride treats and a delicious post-ride lunch at caledonhillsbrewing. Presented in cooperation with seewhatshecando - your neighbourhood hub for active women. Follow the Link Tree in our bio to book. #swscd #gravelocity #womenwhocycle #womensfitness #gravelbike #cyclinglife #gravelisthenewblack #poccycling #giantbicyclescanada #adventure #nature
RT @SportForLife_ Let’s get active, Canada! The 7th annual National Health and Fitness Day is happening on Saturday, June 6. This year we’re going virtual. See you then? #NHFD2020 #GetActiveCanada https://t.co/g7NQBxMcel https://t.co/wxdFLC7dRB
RT @RideForHeart There’s a lot of free advice about physical activity out there these days − some reliable, some not. #RideforHeart
Our first-ever women-only cycling experience is a GO - and spots are booking up quickly! see what Join Gravelocity and seewhatshecando for a fun and social day riding scenic rail trail and quiet gravel roads. We'll ride about 45km at a pace of 16-20 km/h - sharing tips to improve your cycling, a tasty mid-ride bakery break and a delicious post-ride lunch at caledonhillsbrewing. Check out the Link Tree in our bio and book by May 22! #gravelocity #swscd #womenwhocycle #womensfitness #gravel #gravelbike #cycling #cyclinglife #gravelride #gravelcycling #bikelife #outsideisfree #fromwhereiride #adventure #nature #ride #getoutside #ontariobybike
Dear Fitness Friends, The NFLA Board of Directors if pleased to announce the results of our 1st Canadian Fitness Trends Survey! Below is the official press release and infographic: The National Fitness Leadership Alliance of Canada has surveyed its members and here are the top trends for 2019. Trend #1 – HIIT is still HOT In 2018, we continued to see an explosion of high-intensity interval training (otherwise known as HIIT) and many new chains and gyms that are basing their programs on wearable technology. As we head into 2019 this is not expected to change much. Trend #2 – 60 is still the norm People are short on time, but most are still choosing either the 60- or 45-minute classes over the 30-minute fitness snacking programs. As much as the 30-minute classes are good, they don’t leave participants with the same feeling as the longer versions. Trend #3 – Yoga is not going anywhere anytime soon While yoga has been a top discipline for a very long time (thousands of years) it has mostly been something that people feel they really need, not just to work and stretch tired muscles, but to give them a mental break each week. There has however been a trend in 2018 towards more experiential yoga classes to participate in unique settings, outside in winter, with farm animals, times or even at iconic locations. Lunchtime yoga classes continue to be well attended. Fitness enthusiasts strive to find opportunities anytime, anywhere. Trend #4 – Using Fitness Technology is SMART Working with groups of people at various fitness levels can be a challenge. By using group wearable technology individual members can see their personal progress during the class. Everyone is short on time and this can ensure that everyone is working at their perfect exertion rate. Trend #5 – Certified Fitness Leaders Always One might think that all gyms use certified instructors. This is not the case, but we’re happy to report that every year more gyms see the value in the training and education of leaders and are ensuring that the people they are hiring are certified with a national fitness association like the NFLA. Trend #6 – Personal trainers report equal weight loss and strength training goals While healthy living is always on trend, as we approach 2019 we surveyed our personal trainers and it seems the top two reasons why people visit them is still an equal distribution of those looking to lose weight and those who are looking to increase their individual strength. Trend #7 – Dumbbells, dumbbells, dumbbells There have been so many innovative products released in the past 20 years BUT, most strength training classes are still using dumbbells in their strength training classes regularly. Trend #8 – Fascial Fitness Many of our participants are dealing with muscle imbalance and using foam rollers and other techniques can help them self-manage. Only recently, we have come to understand that the muscular connective tissue – the fascia – is one of the most underestimated tissues of our body. Together we develop, promote and implement national standards for the accreditation, training and registration of exercise professionals in Canada. For more information on our partners, programs and services please visit http://nfla.ca/ ### For comment please contact NFLA Chair & Executive Director of the Manitoba Fitness Council, Stephanie Jeffrey, sjeffrey@manitobafitnesscouncil.ca
A little article I wrote for seewhatshecando ... "4 Simple Hacks Guaranteed to Get You into Cycling" I like to believe that for many of us, the first time we really felt free was when Mom or Dad let go of the back of our saddle and let us pedal our bicycles on our own. It felt like flying – even if I did come to a bit of a crash landing on the grass at the side of the road! Within a few months, I was riding round the block with my pals. Then, up the street to the corner store to blow my allowance on candy and comic books. Eventually, my friends and I would spend entire days riding from one form of mischief to another – and the only thing that mattered was that we returned home in time for dinner - or bedtime. That sense of carefree independence is what drew me back to cycling 15 years ago. Over that time, my ambitions have grown and my adventures have offered me a critical respite from the day-to-day pressures of career and family. I’ve learned many things about bikes, routes, clothing and nutrition - but the four best pieces of advice I’ve picked up actually have little to do with gear or technique. If you’re curious about cycling, follow these four hacks, and you’ll go from anxious to avid in no time. Read more at: https://www.seewhatshecando.com/discover/4-simple-hacks-guaranteed-to-get-you-into-cycling #swscd #gravelocity #cycling #cyclinglife #whereiride #gravelride #womensfitness #womenscycling
Love that it's not dark at 4pm Love that it's not snowing Love that it stopped raining Love that the sun came out Love this bike Love that these big legs take me places The wind...don't Love that so much 😉 #wanderwoman #swscd #funtionalfitness #quadzilla #thickthighssavelives #greatgazoothegravelgrinder #iamsolarpowered #livbikes #gravelgirls #girlswhoridebikes
Looking to add some some innovative alternatives to staying active. Check out what the folks at @NSMoves have been sharing over the last month or so to help keep Nova Scotians moving. #seewhatshecando #fitness https://t.co/dfHPs5gDxy
A (mostly) easy ride this morning as Joe and I surveyed the route I’d mapped out for Gravelocity’s upcoming “Give Gravel A Go” ride with seewhatshecando . “Mostly easy” because without the wind, a good portion of this route will be dreamy next month: green and quiet with just a few hills to break up the rhythm and add a little challenge. Today, though… big gusts made for some hard work, and a detour into the Albion forest was punchy and mucky. But that’s why we survey the routes, right? To figure out the rough patches and smooth them out before the big day. Stay tuned for details. #swscd #gravelocity #gravel #gravelbike #cycling #bike #cyclinglife #gravelride #gravelcycling #bikelife #outsideisfree #cyclingphotos #roadbike #fromwhereiride #bicycle #adventure #nature #ride #getoutside #giantbicyclescanada #womensfitness #activewomen
RT @Shes4Sports Did you know you can eat your #water to stay hydrated & get the right nutrients? 🍉 Watch our interview with #health and #fitness expert @trudiegerman to learn what to eat to stay healthy during #Covid_19 . #sheleadsbysport #shes4sports #womenandsportCA ➡️https://t.co/lMeQa35U8g https://t.co/1mg50EH0Yt
RT @SIRCtweets The @CBC asks Dr. Isaac Bogoch, of @UofT, and Dr. Zain Chagla of @STJOESHAMILTON about how to exercise during #Covid19 pandemic. https://t.co/zGuYoJ1yBh
RT @Shes4Sports We made it to #Friday ya'll! Have a great weekend and remember you are awesome. #FridayMotivation #shes4sports😊 https://t.co/htoE1YCPZI
We’ve been recognized by American Kennel Club as we help owners and dogs get fit by community walks and Women and Dog hikes seewhatshecando Join us tomorrow Saturday March 12th for a hike or next Weds evening for a walk🚶♀️🐶🐾 #americankennelclub #fitdog #walkyourdog #fitnessmotivation #seewhatshecando #moveyourbody #akcfitdog #dogobedience #dogobediencetraining #welovedogs #rescuedog
RT @Jen_Huggins Are you feeling unproductive with your new #HomeQuarentine workplace? Here’s a solution that will fix that 💪 https://t.co/acfbFhFyFW
Looking to put something really great for that special person, friend or family member under the Christmas tree this year? Why not consider sharing the gift of wellness. Our Biz Pro member and professional fitness leader Laura Dixon is offering a couple of great personal training and group training promotions that are only available until this Sunday December 9th. Head now to her personal #SWSCD Biz Pro page to take advantage of her exclusive wellness promotion. #seewhatshecando #fitnessisfun
Connecting you to active women, local groups, events, businesses and more.
Choose your location
or
