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How to get kids off to a healthy start in life |
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By Matt Valentine » In the not-so-distant past, kids ruled the country’s forests and hillsides – running in packs, building secret forts and treehouses, hunting frogs and fish, playing hide-and-seek behind tall grasses. However it seems that in the last 30 years, children of the digital age have become increasingly alienated from the natural world, with disastrous implications, not only for their physical fitness, but also for their long-term mental and spiritual heath. |
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Fighting the age misconception |
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By Kathy Finstad » Any given weeknight, the reception at Mississauga’s Classical Martial Arts, Yume Da Po dojo is a hub of activity. Parents, waiting for their children to finish class are gathered in front of an office window that allows a limited view of the training area watching their young ones show their stuff. Some have toddlers or babies they’re attempting to keep entertained for what remains of the hour; some are catching up on work with the help of cell-phones and other gadgets; and still others are reading brochures on up-coming dojo events and programs. |
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A healthy, natural alternative treatment |
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By Melanie Sharpe » There was a time, not too long ago, when the suggestion of non-medicinal treatment options would be greeted with much scepticism. Not any more. As medicinal alternatives expand, people are turning away from convention towards a more natural approach to healing. Alternative medicine has become a fast growing industry. |
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Stronger on the inside |
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By Nova Browning » As far as first glance intimidation goes, Jason Bassels has that department well covered. Shaved head, goatee and a 6ft 2in frame resembling that of a tight end in professional football is exactly how you would want your sensei to appear. His muscular frame is proof of endless hours training in Greco-Roman wrestling, karate, Jiujitsu and kickboxing.
Contrary to his intimidating exterior is the man who resides within. |
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Go on, get that massage |
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By Shannon McDermott » There was a time, not so long ago, that massages were reserved for treating injury or considered a shameless self-indulgence. Not any more. |
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Why gamble with your health? |
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By Dr. Monika Faulhaber » It is a personal decision whether we choose to live our health governed by destiny or fate. With destiny, we choose to listen to the inner voice and act upon that knowledge. With fate, we let the dice fall where it may and take our chances. |
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Winning the battle inside your mind |
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By Marlon Skyers » When life has me with my back against the ropes, the only thing I can do is shut my eyes and rely on faith to help me fight through. While that might have been in a figurative sense, there are many people today who turn to various types of fight training – not so much to help them win physical battles, but to grow stronger mentally, to become more self-reliant and confident. |
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Real meaning of a forgotten art |
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By Jason Bassels » During a recent second trip to study in China and visit Japan and Tibet, I was reminded again of what martial arts really is. During this last trip, I continued my studies in some of the oldest Chinese temples, shrines and schools that present day martial arts has evolved from. |
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7 tips to relieve stress… fast |
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By Cassie MaDonna » When you are really stressed and your heart starts pumping fast, try these little exercises for quick relief: |
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Taking on the cancer challenge |
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By Diane Proulx Guerrera »
It's Friday, the children have just left for school. I rush to take my
shower because I have a plane to catch. My husband and I have finally
managed to escape for a weekend alone in New York City. Hurriedly, I
soap my body. As I elevate my left arm to wash my breast, my fingers
brush over a small lump. My heart squeezes and skips a beat.
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