How to get into speed skating in Canada (at any age)
Speed skating is a fun, fast-paced sport that kids (and adults) can get into at any age. Here’s everything you need to know.
Healthy on-the-go snacks for active kids
This is an awesome, mom-tested list of snacks kids can eat in the car, on their way to practices, games, or sessions.
Tips from an Olympian: Low-pressure ways to encourage kids’ love of activity
Mark Nichols is an Olympic gold medalist in curling and a dad. Here, he offers tips for parents on encouraging kids to love to move.
How to help babies develop strength and control through yoga
At four months old, babies are starting to become more mobile. Some simple yoga movements can help them develop strength and coordination.
Expert tips: How to help kids dress for winter independently
Getting kids dressed in the winter is a big job, so we asked some experts! Check out these strategies used in schools and childcare centres.
How, when, and why to get your kids into curling
Curling is a fun sport that develops balance and coordination—plus, kids will love that shouting is key. No indoor voices required!
Revisiting the discussion: Teaching kids to sprint correctly
Here’s some advice for parents who have questions and concerns about their kids’ running, from their form to their enjoyment.
The one sentence that can change an athlete’s life
This simple sentence tells athletes that their coach has their back. It tells them that their coach believes in them.
An easy way to get moving as a family after school—no scheduling required
It can be tough to feel motivated to get active as a family after school, but this mom has a great tip for doing it successfully.
4 ways to help your child find a passion in sport: Tips from an Olympian
Olympic skeleton racer Mirela Rahneva shares her inspiring sports journey and offers some tips for getting active as a family.
Small ways to build physical activity into your daily routine
Adding a little more physical activity into your day doesn’t have to be difficult! Check out these simple ideas to try with your kids.
Introduce your child to cheerleading at home with these basic movements
Cheerleading is dance, jumps, tumbling, chants, and a whole lot of smiles. Here’s how to introduce your child to the basics of the sport.
How walking changed my life
I started walking because it was easy. Now I walked with purpose. I walked so I would get out of bed in the morning.
When it’s not worth the fight: 9 small ways to change screen time habits
Instead of fighting kids about their screen use, try these small and realistic changes to form healthy family habits around screens.
How you can use physical activity to help your child with ADHD
My son has ADHD, and we’ve found some physical activities he can do at school that keep him from disrupting the class.
How to get your tween moving—when it’s the last thing they feel like doing
The tween years are hard. Check out these ideas to get your child active (hint: they incorporate some of your tween’s favourite things!).
Revisiting the discussion: Does your kid suck?
In this Q&A, we take questions from and offer advice to parents who are concerned about their kids struggling in sports.
5 tips for limiting screen time without conflict
If you’re trying to reduce your kids’ screen time while avoiding another family feud, here are some tips to help get you started.
How to set a realistic summer screen time plan for your tween
When managing your tween’s summer screen time, the goal is teaching them about balance and self-regulation. Here are some tips.
Building strong minds: Olympian Philippe Marquis’ tips for increasing confidence through sport
A two-time Olympian in freestyle skiing, Philippe Marquis shares his journey through sport and offers tips for sports parents.
How to overcome financial barriers to active living
With a little research and creativity, I found some ways my low-income family could add more physical activity to our life.
How martial arts can have a big impact on kids with autism
Martial arts can help kids with autism develop cognitive abilities and physical literacy skills, as well as have fun!
These simple tools can help parents manage screen time
Setting screen time limits for our kids can be a struggle. The good news is there’s a range of apps and tools that can help.
The power of self-discovery: Tips for parents from Olympian Martha McCabe
Olympic swimmer Martha McCabe looks back on her life of sport, and offers tips for sports parents as they raise athletic kids.