Physical Health
Below is information about how to maintain physical health at home and out in the world.
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4-H Canada
4-H Canada provides a list of physical health resources and tip sheets that are accessible to anyone through their website. The tip sheets include info about learning physical literacy, the importance of sleep, how to participate in physical activity, and other...
NIH Wellness Toolkit
The National Institute of Health website provides online toolkits that list tips and strategies to help you take better care of your health. The Physical Wellness Toolkit provides information about physical activity, eating well, and developing a healthy routine,...
Healthy Bodies education activities
Learning about your body and its development can be confusing and one can feel very isolated. These activities help you learn about the idea of personal choice, identity and your body. The activities are tailored for students of different....
Get Checked Online
Free and confidential online sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing service provided by BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC). Website: https://getcheckedonline.com/Pages/HowGetCheckWorks.aspx
MIT Medical Sleep Resources
Sleep is a very important part of maintaining good physical health. MIT Medical has provided a list of print and audio downloads to help you overcome insomnia, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. Resources include tips for better quality sleep and getting up in...
The PE Specialist
The PE specialist is a resource for physical education teachers or parents hoping to bring PE home. The PE specialist has provided a comprehensive list of PE at-home resources for kids and adults to enjoy during Covid-19. Resources include follow-along workouts and...
YogawithAdriene free online yoga videos
Adriene Mishler is a Texas-based instructor for yoga and mindfulness. She produces free yoga videos on her YouTube channel YogawithAdriene. The videos range from short 6-minute workouts to longer 50-minute workouts which are targeted for all ages and all skill levels....
Madfit free workout videos
Madfit is an Ontario-based fitness instructor that offers free workout videos on Youtube. The videos range from a wide variety of workouts which include dance, low impact, partner exercises, at home, as well as gym workouts YouTube:...
Blogilates free online pilates and fitness videos
Blogilates offers free workouts on YouTube by certified pilates and fitness instructor Casey Ho who is based in Los Angeles. The types of workouts featured on this channel include pilates, cardio, stretching, and full-body workouts both at home with and without...