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Choosing the Gym that’s Right for You
New Year’s resolutions may be long-forgotten, but with summer fast approaching, many people will find motivation to start working out again—and maybe even join a gym. With so many different gyms and ways to workout, this can be a daunting task. It’s easy to get roped into paying more for extra services when you don’t even know if you will enjoy them. A good place to start is comparing the differences between working out alone versus joining group workout sessions. In the Danforth community, there are two different big-name gyms, each with very different ways of operating. One of them is GoodLife Fitness. At GoodLife Fitness, each member has access…
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Functional Fitness on the Danforth
Its focus on functional fitness and all-round physical activity gives Energia Athletics a competitive edge against conventional gym establishments located on the Danforth.
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Discover Your Joy of Dance at Any Age
Joy of Dance, the community-based dance studio that is open to all ages, has become one of the pillars of the community on the Danforth.
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10 Fun Things to Do in Toronto When You’re Stressed Out
Sometimes weekends at home are not enough when you need to unwind. It’s hard to stop thinking about all the deadlines, meetings, and upcoming projects when you’re holed up in your room, binging on entertainment.
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3 Great East Side Independent Gyms
Toronto’s east side is brimming with high-level independent gyms that appeal to a broad range of fitness fanatics.
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Barre Fitness: How to Look and Feel Your Best
What would you do if you knew you were meant to be a ballerina? Likely take ballet classes. Well I did, and I blew it. I was seven years old, and my mom demanded that I acquire a talent. The only song I could marginally play on the recorder was Ba Ba Black Sheep, and even that raised cries of alarm. We all knew I wasn’t meant for sports; I just didn’t have the coordination. So, what else was there for a seven-year-old who was hopelessly inept? Ballet. As soon as my mom signed me up for classes, I was ready—pink tutu, tights and all. How long did I last?…
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Tips for Sticking to your 2016 Fitness Goals
Let’s face it: working out consistently is hard. We all start off with good intentions, but life gets in the way. Work, school, kids, hobbies, or just unexpected social gatherings impede your daily routine and eat up that workout time. For years, I struggled with working out consistently. Having been a very active child, I always got my exercise through sports. But when that was no longer the case, it was hard to motivate myself to go to the gym because I was so conscious that I was exercising and I didn’t particularly enjoy it. My goal would always be to lose weight and when I didn’t see results right…
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The Active & Outdoor Guide for Torontonians
Don’t let winter scare you away from outdoor fitness and recreation in the city BY ANISSA STAMBOULI Staying active in the winter, whether for fitness or recreational purposes, can be hard to manage in the city. Between the slush and salt, the streets of Toronto aren’t exactly enticing for those seeking an outdoor adventure. Ro Leitner, a student in Brock University’s Recreation and Leisure Studies program with a focus on the outdoors, shared her tips with On the Danforth readers. What are your favourite outdoor winter activities? If time allows, snowshoeing and snowboarding; however, winter hikes/walks, runs and indoor spin classes are my go-to. For Torontonians hoping to stay…
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Lower Body Blaster
Moderate and advanced exercises for toning your lower body BY ANISSA STAMBOULI If you spend most of your day sitting in class or at work, or while away the winter hours on your couch watching Netflix (no judging), then your glutes and thighs may be due for a tune-up. The following exercise should take between 45-60 minutes, including light stretching at the end. Be sure to warm up with at least five minutes of non-intensive cardio or stretching, and have a bottle of water and some upbeat music on hand (OTD TIP: Girl Talk, All Day) *Most of the following are intervals, meaning you will do the first exercise, and then jump…
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Don’t Run Your Feet into the Ground
How shoes contribute to your head-to-toe health BY ANISSA STAMBOULI A person’s confidence is reflected in the way that they carry themselves. Matching shoes to a style of life is very important, but so is matching shoes to a pair of feet. Whether you’re athletic, chic, or casual, having the proper shoe can make all the difference in your physical well-being and performance. “Get your shoe measured properly by an expert. We spend so much time in our shoes that the wrong fit will kill your day,” wrote Running Room is a great place to have your feet evaluated. By observing the way you walk and the arch of…
