Here's a collection of Georgia Straight articles about exercise, physical activity, and fitness-related issues.

Health Notes

Ride Cycle Club is offering free spin classes ahead of its North Vancouver launch

Here's your chance to test-pedal the homegrown spin spot for zero charge.

Health

SoulCycle brings its cult brand of sweat to Vancouver

The NYC–based spin chain is late to the party it played a large role in starting, but still makes for a fun, calorie-burning ride.

Health Notes

When the worlds of craft brewing and bridge poses collide: "Beer yoga" gains traction around the world

Beer Yoga is serious stuff for suds-loving yogis and yoga-obsessed beer drinkers.

Health Notes

Vancouver's Westin Bayshore is now offering "liquid yoga" classes

The slow-moving sessions take place in a pool—a slightly less intimidating alternative to stand-up paddle board yoga, which typically happens in open waters.

Outside

Hundreds of hikers expected to "chase sunrise" this Canada Day at Mount Seymour

A pre-dawn hike will see dedicated Vancouverites trekking up the peak in red and white attire this Saturday (July 1).

Health Notes

Western Canada's first SoulCycle will open in Vancouver this July

The cult indoor-cycling studio is bringing its high-energy classes and “inspirational” lifestyle brand to the city’s Yaletown neighbourhood.

LifeStyle Features

YYoga will host waterfront yoga class in Vancouver in celebration of International Yoga Day

The 90-minute session is one of many taking place around the world during this year's summer solstice.

Health Features

North Vancouver–based personal trainer Louise Green addresses plus-size athletes

Drawing upon her own experiences, the local business owner is on a mission to address the long-neglected fitness needs of large women.

Health Features

Vancouver fitness pioneer Ron Zalko offers up 10 reasons why people won't exercise

After 36 years in the business, the Vancouver workout guru has heard plenty of excuses.

Health Features

B.C. cross-country offers ski workouts in solitude

The activity is even more rewarding for outdoors lovers who know that a downpour in downtown Vancouver often means a winter wonderland atop the West Vancouver mountain.

Health Features

A Skier’s Journey hits hills in Iran and China and the icefields in B.C.

North Vancouver filmmaker Jordan Manley knows what it’s like to come back from a serious injury.

Best of Vancouver

Industry expert: Vancouver fitness trainer Sheron Stone spills her healthiest secrets

The local trainer shares her favourite spot for an outdoor workout, the city's best hike, and more.