Exercise and Mental Health: A Natural Prescription for Anxiety, Depression, and Emotional Well-Being
In recent years, mental health has taken its rightful place in conversations about overall wellness. From anxiety and depression to chronic stress and mood disorders, millions of individuals are seeking evidence-based, sustainable strategies to improve their psychological well-being. One powerful and often underutilized tool is exercise.
Bridging the Cardiac Care Gap: How Virtual Exercise Counselling Can Support Heart Health
Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Yet, despite decades of research supporting the role of exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR) in reducing mortality and improving quality of life, access and adherence to these programs remain critically low.
At the Online Exercise Clinic, we believe that virtual, individualized, and evidence-based exercise counselling can help fill a growing gap in cardiac care — one that continues to leave too many people behind.
Exercise and Diabetes: What You Need to Know Before You Move
In this post, we’ll explore how to safely and effectively incorporate physical activity into your diabetes care plan, using evidence-based guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Whether you’re living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, our goal is to help you move safely and confidently.
How Just 150 Minutes a Week Can Transform Your Health: The Science Behind the Guidelines
If you live with a chronic condition or disability, you’ve probably been told that “exercise is good for you.” But how much is enough to make a real difference? The answer might surprise you—it’s just 150 minutes per week. That’s about 22 minutes a day.
Exercise as Medicine: Understanding the Role of a Clinical Exercise Physiologist
A Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) is a healthcare professional with specialized training in exercise science and clinical practice. They are experts in using exercise and physical activity as therapeutic tools to help individuals with chronic diseases and disabilities improve their health, manage their conditions, and enhance their quality of life. Their work involves assessing, designing, and implementing exercise programs tailored to the specific needs of patients, considering their medical history, current health status, and personal goals.