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Oh, the places you’ll go (with a KPE degree)!
Posted:He decided to pursue graduate studies in exercise and cardiac rehabilitation at the University of British Columbia. After completing his Master and PhD degrees at UBC, he went on to do a post-…
MoveU blogger: The benefits of hitting the pool
Posted:Low Impact
One of the best things about swimming is that it’s a low impact exercise! It’s an awesome option for people who may have past or present injuries and need to take it easy on their joints.…
How much exercise do you need? Not much if you're diligent, KPE researcher says
Posted:“Breaking up prolonged periods of sitting with short – less than five minutes – repeated exercise ‘snacks’ can lower blood sugar throughout the day,” says Gillen.
Examples for healthy adults…
Take parents’ concerns about their children’s development seriously, says KPE expert
Posted:Cairney led the scientific team that created the tool for the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services as part of Ontario’s Special Needs Strategy, an engagement tactic to better support…
KPE experts on preventing sexual abuse and harassment in sport
Posted:Were you surprised by the revelations made in the CBC investigation?
Peter Donnelly: This data confirm our suspicions that the problem of sexual offences against children and youth in sports in…
MoveU blogger: Reflecting on my New Year’s resolutions
Posted:My resolution for this year was to work out at least three times a week. I kept up with it pretty well in January, making time in my schedule to hit the gym or get to a workout class on campus.…
Not just for weightlifters: U of T study finds high-protein diet gives endurance athletes a boost
Posted:The researchers studied a group of male runners during a four-day controlled training period. They were provided with adequate carbohydrates (metabolic fuel), but different amounts of dietary protein…
MPK program helps Meena Sharif land her dream role
Posted:It turned out to be the perfect choice- eventually connecting her with her dream role at the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario.
“I get to work with amazing athletes who are passionate about becoming…
MoveU blogger: #JoyatUofT-Why self-care habits are bringing me joy this winter
Posted:It can be really hard to keep your spirits up, especially on dreary, wet and slushy days, but often that’s when it’s most important. The February blues are hitting us hard this winter and when we’re…
U of T experts make case to revise Canada’s policies on harassment and abuse in sport
Posted:The issue with this, according to the authors of the paper, Professors Peter Donnelly and Gretchen Kerr of U of T’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, is that these measures have…
Remembering Chancellor Emeritus Michael Wilson: A look back in intramural history
Posted:To Chancellor Michael Wilson, intramural sports were more than just fun and games. They were an invaluable part of the university experience.
Wilson entered his first year at Trinity College in 1955…
MPK grad Randa Shickh helping youth with bipolar disorder
Posted:It’s an important role, since individuals with bipolar disorder typically lead a more sedentary lifestyle and are less active than the general population. In fact, adults living with bipolar disorder…