Physical Health
Below is information about how to maintain physical health at home and out in the world.
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Shebakesandlifts free fitness videos
Meghan who is also known as Shebakesandlifts is a Vancouver-based YouTuber that creates videos focused on fitness, health, empowerment, and living a sustainable lifestyle. Free workout videos focused on weight lifting are available on her Youtube channel. YouTube:...
My Pain Toolkit
This resource is for everyone that deals with chronic pain, but young people especially. The 20-page document has strategies for managing acute or persistent pain, as well as resources and personal accounts from other youth. More information:...
BoosterBuddy the app
BoosterBuddy is a free mobile app designed by Island Health for youth. It is designed to help users keep on top of their mental and physical health by scheduling routine reminders, providing encouragement, and giving prompts to self-check and use effective coping when...
Food and Nutrition with Healthy Families BC
Healthy Families BC is a province-run resource for up-to-date information and resources on healthy living for all ages. The section on Food & Nutrition has resources for understanding the food guide, meal planning and prep, tips for grocery shopping, recipe ideas,...
Physicians of British Columbia Directory
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia provides a directory of family doctors in BC to help patients find an available and trustworthy physician. Directory: https://www.cpsbc.ca/registrant_search
Home Tai Chi Practice with TaiChi International
TaiChi International is a Canadian YouTube channel that has many instructional videos on how to practice Tai Chi at home for mindfulness and gentle physical exercise. No equipment required! YouTube playlist:...
Resources for Supporting Physical Activity, Nutrition and Play in Children
Action for Healthy Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making schools and kids healthy. They have created a list of physical activities for kids to do at home. Website: https://www.actionforhealthykids.org/covid-19-resources-physical-activity-nutrition-more/
Keeping Children Active During the Pandemic
The American College of Sports Medicine has created a guide to children's physical activity during Covid-19. It includes free links and resources to indoor and outdoor options. More...
Benefits of Walking
The American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association have developed an educational resource for walking. It outlines the benefits of walking, tips to walk effectively and suggests a complete physical activity program. More...