Habits | ParticipACTION

4 simple meal prep strategies for a busy, active lifestyle

You know that eating well and being active are important for a healthy lifestyle. But what if you’re too tired or too busy to cook? Meal prep to the rescue!

5 foolproof hacks to get more steps and activity

Exercise, Family, Goals, Guidelines, Habits, Motivation, Running, Social Supports, Steps, Tips and Tricks, Walking

Try these simple lifestyle switches to get more steps and activity while building your endurance, strength and overall well-being!

5 ways to stop doomscrolling in its tracks

Anxiety, Depression, Habits, Mental Health, Screen Time, Tips and Tricks

Excessive scrolling through bad news or other anxiety-inducing content may makes us feel sad. Here are 5 ways to stop or limit doomscrolling.

How to use habit stacking to stay on track

Goal Setting, Goals, Habits, Mental Health, Resolution, Science, Tips and Tricks

Forming and sticking to new habits can be challenging. Luckily there’s a science-backed approach called “habit stacking” that can make this easier for you.

5 healthy workday habits to form

Active Transportation, Focus, Habits, Sleep, Stretching, Tips and Tricks, Workplace

Check out these healthy workday habits that will help you be more productive, feel less stressed, enjoy your work more and ultimately be happier while at work.

7 healthy summer habits worth maintaining through fall

Fall, Habits, Nature, Outdoors, Summer, Tips and Tricks

Check out these healthy summer habits worth keeping up through fall.

How much physical activity do adults need each day?

Guidelines, Habits, Report Card

Introducing the first-ever 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults! If you visit our blog, follow us on social media or subscribe to our newsletters (all excellent ideas, by the way, if you’re not already), you know that ParticipACTION is all about getting Canadians to...

Why mindfulness is much more than just a buzzword

Habits, Meditation, Mental Health, Mindfulness

I’ve discovered a few life hacks – all of which center around mindfulness – that make the busiest of times ( more enjoyable.

5 fun after work activity ideas to help you get more active

Habits, Sports, Workplace

Having a more active post-work routine will help you feel more energized to tackle the rest of your to-do list. Here are 5 fun after work activity ideas.

How to bust through the 5 most common barriers to physical activity

Barriers, Energy, Habits

As you’re trying to be more active, there will be things that inevitably get in the way. Are you facing any of the barriers described below? If so, we’ve got suggestions to help you break through them. BARRIER #1: NO TIME Life is hectic, with jam-packed schedules and...