Let’s make outdoor play part of every day
Outdoor play is one of the best ways to keep children healthy, confident, and happy. Moving their bodies every day helps them build strong muscles and bones, sleep better, and feel less stressed. It also supports learning, focus, and emotional well-being. Encourage your child to spend time outside in every season. In spring and summer, […]
Physical Activity (summer) – Alberta (RxTGA)
Regular physical activity is important for our mental and physical well-being. Studies show that it is very effective at reducing stress and fatigue, improving concentration, and enhancing mood. Summer is a great time to get outdoors and get moving. Here at Erin Ridge Family Health Centre, we are teaming up with Prescription To Get Active […]
Staying Active in Winter
For many of us, it’s tempting to hibernate in the winter and spend more time in front of the TV than being active. But being active is great for our physical and mental health. Regular activity boosts energy, helps fight the winter blues, and promotes overall health and well-being. Outdoor activities like walking, skating or […]
Preventing Winter Blues or SAD
With long nights and cold weather, this time of year can begin to make many of us feel blue. Low mood, loneliness and a lack of energy are common. But there are things you can do to help boost your mental and physical health and energy levels. Try to get regular activity, sunlight and fresh […]
Physical Activity (Post-Pandemic)
During the pandemic, many of us were less active than usual. But physical activity is important for our mental and physical wellbeing. Summer is a great time to get outdoors, stretch our legs and enjoy the fresh air. Even 10 or 15 minutes at a time of walking, yardwork, biking or other activity adds up […]