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How to Increase Running Volume Without Getting Injured With spring races on the horizon, whether you’re eyeing the Vancouver Sun Run or the BMO Vancouver Marathon many runners begin increasing their mileage in late winter. While motivation is high, this is also when we see a spike in overuse injuries: shin splints, Achilles irritation, runner’s knee, plantar fasciitis, and stress…

Plan Ahead: How Consistent Care Helps You Get More From Your Extended Health Benefits Most extended health benefits plans reset every calendar year. Yet many people unintentionally leave benefits unused—or rush to book appointments at year-end when availability is limited and symptoms are already flared. A smarter approach is simple: plan ahead and use your benefits consistently throughout the year….

How Stress Affects Pain: Understanding the Mind–Body Connection Stress doesn’t just impact your mood — it directly influences how your body experiences pain. Many people notice pain flares during emotionally demanding or overwhelming periods, and science strongly supports this connection. Pain is not purely physical. It’s a nervous system experience, shaped by stress, emotion, and perception. What Happens in the…

January Blues Treatment: Why Movement Is the Most Effective Reset January hits hard. Short days, cold weather, disrupted routines — all proven contributors to low mood, fatigue, and reduced motivation. What many people experience as the “January Blues” is often a mild, seasonal form of depression linked to reduced sunlight and inactivity. Movement is one of the most evidence-backed treatments…