Be Your Best with this 5-Day Self-Care Challenge
An act of self-care is any activity that we do in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. From July 27-31, UBC Recreation encourages you to set some time aside for yourself and complete acts of self-care for 5 straight days.
Tips & Tricks for Staying Motivated on your Exercise Plan
It’s no secret that the past few months have made us re-organize our lives. One of those re-organizations may have been resuming old exercise plans at home! With things slowly re-opening, you may be tempted to give up on these exercise plans once more, but worry not! here are some helpful tips and tricks (that are backed by science!), to help you stay committed and motivated to your exercise plan even when unexpected commitments start to pile up.
Private & Semi-Private Lessons
The DMTSC is excited to offer a wide-range of private lessons for hockey, figure skating and skating both on and off the ice! We offer private and semi-private training for youth and adults with our main purpose to work on your desired developmental needs. Each lesson is one hour in length. COVID-19 Change: During the […]
Wellbeing in Nature: A Guided Virtual Experience
Are you craving to be outdoors and (re-)connect with nature? Refill your cup and replace stress with relaxation and mindfulness with this experiential session. Slowing down and spending time in nature can enhance our ability to enjoy life and address challenges we face. Join us for a guided experience to connect with nature and people! You can participate in this virtual wellbeing experience from your backyard, patio or local park.
Free or low-cost workout programs to follow along to at home
With gyms and fitness studios slowly reopening, you can still enjoy workouts in the comfort of your own home. We have compiled a small list of places to find free at-home workouts to keep you fit and healthy until your usual fitness space reopens.
Ten Things You Can Do For Your Mental Health
A lot is happening quickly around us that is affecting our daily lives, and so it’s normal to feel worried and overwhelmed. In these difficult times, you might be wondering how to best manage your stress and anxiety. Here are ten tactics you can use to cope with the uncertainty of the pandemic and channel mental strength from day to day.
Make Your Snacks at Home (+ Healthy Options You Can Buy)!
Feeling bored at home? Looking for some fun activities to do? It’s the perfect time to step into your kitchen and try making some snacks! Store-bought snacks may be tasty and convenient, but homemade ones can take your indulgence to another level! Click through to check out some quick and easy recipes + some healthy snack recommendations you can purchase online!
Get active with this 7-Day Movement Challenge!
Looking for a challenge to motivate yourself to be more physically active? Look no further! UBC Recreation is challenging you to participate in our 7-Day Movement Challenge. Complete 20-minutes of physical activity for 7 days to go in the running to WIN some awesome prizes!
How to incorporate movement while working or studying from home
With all the changes to our life’s structure and routine, one thing we can do to support our mental health is to practice mindful movement. Incorporating movement while working from home will allow you to foster better mental and physical health, by reducing stress levels, increasing energy, and making you feel grounded in the present. Here are some ways you can start moving!
How to Get Stronger… At Home
Gyms are closed, fitness classes are cancelled, and you may be thinking about pushing your summer body goals to 2021, but we’re here to tell you that there are ways to progress and reach your fitness goals at home! Here are some tips that you can incorporate in your new daily routine.