Community Resource Library
Evidence-informed resources, trusted organizations, research highlights, and practical tools to support your health and movement journey.
Resources and tools designed for individuals who are new to exercise or returning to physical activity.
Canadian physical activity resources, wellness articles, and community activity ideas to help you sit less and move more.
Evidence-based physical activity guidelines providing recommendations for physical activity, sleep, and sedentary behavior.
Physical activity guidelines, educational brochures, and evidence-informed health articles from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Guides and paths to support walkers, joggers, recreational runners, and Elevate Run Club participants.
A comprehensive, curated directory of the best running routes, paths, and scenic parks in and around Calgary.
A reliable hub for run-walk schedules, running form tips, beginner gear advice, and motivational tools.
Official health guidelines, injury prevention publications, and science resources for endurance athletes.
Interactive local route maps for our Saturday morning meetups, starting with beginner-friendly 3K and 5K loops in Crescent Heights.
Evidence-informed resources on healthy eating, hydration, sport nutrition, and fueling for activity.
Official evidence-based healthy eating guidelines, balanced meal diagrams, recipes, and dietary recommendations.
Science-backed articles, behavioral nutrition advice, and actionable infographics explaining complex diet topics.
Alberta Health Services' professional guidelines on optimal fluid intake before, during, and after physical exercise.
Fact sheets, recipes, and sports nutrition resources developed by the Australian Institute of Sport.
Educational resources linking hydration, sports nutrition, and sleep hygiene to optimal performance and recovery.
Access local clinics, safety guides, and research on preventing sport injuries and recovering safely.
Calgary's premier sports medicine clinic providing physical therapy, orthopedics, and athletic assessment.
Scientific studies and prevention programs aimed at reducing injury rates in youth and recreational athletes.
Fast-track assessment program at UCalgary for sudden, new athletic injuries occurred within the last 6 weeks.
Guidance and support programs tailored to inclusive movement, recovery, and chronic health management.
Exercise guidance, safety considerations, and prevention guidelines for stroke survivors and cardiovascular health.
Exercise strategies, fall prevention tips, and motor-symptom exercise guides for individuals with Parkinson's.
Physical activity recommendations, symptom-friendly exercise adaptations, and active living tips for Multiple Sclerosis.
Adaptive recreation programs, peer supports, and physical activity guidance for people with spinal cord injuries.
Translating the latest scientific literature into practical, actionable takeaways for daily life.
Study Review: "Running as a Key Lifestyle Medicine for Longevity" (Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases)
Scientific translations coming soon, covering:
Connect with local pathways, activity networks, and community recreation opportunities in Calgary.
Guides to the iconic inner-city paved multi-use pathway network surrounding the Bow and Elbow rivers.
Find local community recreation centres, swimming pools, fitness schedules, and programs in your neighborhood.
A directory of community fitness walks, local run events, and active lifestyle programs around Calgary.
Reflections, guides, and kinesiotherapy insights written by Coach Emmanuel Olapade.
Downloadable programs, guides, and cheat sheets to take with you offline.
There's no rush. Explore the classes, read the guidelines, and reach out whenever you're ready.