Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat’s missing from the broader conversation is a health framework that values how athletes live and feel in their bodies, not just how efficiently their bodies perform.
Fitness & Health
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe U of O campus has a lot to offer for all things fitness. Here’s how to make the most of its programs and facilities.
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhile not encouraging binge drinking, if you choose to partake, I have compiled a list of tips to keep you healthy, happy, and safe.
Reading Time: 4 minutesOutdoor rinks are a great way to exercise, socialize, and get outside while social distancing. Here are some of the best outdoor rinks for U of O students.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA new club hits campus This week, the Fulcrum spoke with Aidan Abraham, a third-year student in biomedical sciences and vice-president of the University of Ottawa Health and Fitness Society (uOHFS) to talk about their new club. “The club was formed last summer by Philo [Malek], Jaiman [Lawrence], and I,” said Abraham. “Our first event …
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Fulcrum sat down with Sonia Du, a registered dietitian in Ottawa to discuss the best tips for students to stay healthy, what unhealthy habits to avoid, and the best ways to make sure you’re eating nutritious foods during stressful times.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWith this surprisingly easy recipe, it will be a breeze for you to get your daily dose, as one serving of the stew has 21 grams of protein. Here’s how it goes.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn light of what we hope is the up-and-coming spring weather, this recipe puts a lighter spin on the classic coffee break treat, swapping butter for coconut oil, and white flour for whole wheat. Here’s how it goes.
Reading Time: 2 minutesToday’s healthy recipe of the week is pumpkin pasta sauce—and before you run away in horror at the idea of an orange-splattered dinner plate, hear us out.
Reading Time: 2 minutesSweet and spicy shrimp mixed with fresh, colourful veggies leave you with a quick lunch or dinner that’s sure to leave your taste buds swimming.
Reading Time: 3 minutesSo it’s your first day going to the gym for some weight training. But before you start lifting, here are some things you want to bring, and keep in mind.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhile we’ll soon have to say goodbye to the heat, a light, crisp salad like this one is the perfect way to enjoy a summer staple all year long.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInstead of scrambling to get ready before that 8:30 a.m. lecture, scramble up some tofu and chow down!
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you’re like me and want to get your Asian food fix while still eating healthy, then this is the perfect dish for you—the Thai sauce, Indian shrimp recipe, and chow mein noodles are sure to have your taste buds thanking you.
Reading Time: 2 minutesDitch the overpriced, fancy restaurant, and impress that cutie from chemistry class with this perfect end to a home-cooked dinner instead.
Reading Time: 2 minutesFulcrum staff members share their favourite ways to stay fit on campus.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhether you treat it as a nutritious breakfast or a yummy snack, this crustless quiche is both easy to prepare and easy on your waistline.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAre you looking for a delicious dessert that you can enjoy guilt-free? Well, look no further than these scrumptious sugarless brownies that can be enjoyed as a dessert, or as a snack throughout your day.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAfter surveying over 3,000 children aged five to 18, Dr. Roger Zemek and his researchers found that physical activity may lead to quicker concussion recovery in children.
Reading Time: 2 minutesFollow these recipes, and you might eventually enjoy the process of preparing healthy snacks from scratch.
Reading Time: 2 minutesHere’s a list of some YouTube fitness bloggers with workouts that you can do from the comfort of your own dorm.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen you think of fish, it’s easy to envision a fancy candle lit dinner at a posh restaurant. Instead, try looking to the frozen food aisle at your local Loblaws or Costco.
Reading Time: 2 minutesDespite what you might have heard, avocados are no food fad.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMeatloaf is kind of a weirdly essential part of the North American childhood experience.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIt’s best to prepare yourself with some healthier options in order to keep yourself in better shape this semester.
