Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management News Archive
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It’s OK to take time for yourself
January 17, 2020 —
A new study suggests self-compassion may offer mothers a positive way to deal with guilty feelings about looking after their health.
January 17, 2020 —
A new study suggests self-compassion may offer mothers a positive way to deal with guilty feelings about looking after their health.
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FKRM student has sights on Olympic gold
January 15, 2020 —
Taekwondo standout Skylar Park is competing for Canada at Tokyo 2020 this summer. Her studies at UM help keep her focused and grounded.
January 15, 2020 —
Taekwondo standout Skylar Park is competing for Canada at Tokyo 2020 this summer. Her studies at UM help keep her focused and grounded.
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Intramural sports registration now open
January 15, 2020 —
Get in the game this winter at the University of Manitoba.
January 15, 2020 —
Get in the game this winter at the University of Manitoba.
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UM raises $15,000 for Special Olympics
January 15, 2020 —
A sizeable sum was raised at the Jan. 12 Marathon of Sport fundraiser to benefit athletes living with an intellectual disability.
January 15, 2020 —
A sizeable sum was raised at the Jan. 12 Marathon of Sport fundraiser to benefit athletes living with an intellectual disability.
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Exploring frailty among people living with cardiovascular disease
January 13, 2020 —
At the Thursday, Jan. 23 instalment of the Research Seminar Series, Dr. Todd Duhamel will discuss research examining how physical activity and sedentary behaviour impacts health in older adults with cardiovascular disease.
January 13, 2020 —
At the Thursday, Jan. 23 instalment of the Research Seminar Series, Dr. Todd Duhamel will discuss research examining how physical activity and sedentary behaviour impacts health in older adults with cardiovascular disease.
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Low back pain study seeking participants
January 13, 2020 —
By learning more about the causes of low back pain, the research hopes to create better rehab and preventative measures.
January 13, 2020 —
By learning more about the causes of low back pain, the research hopes to create better rehab and preventative measures.
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‘Best decision I ever made’
January 9, 2020 —
Being a Mini U supervisor means a lot to Tom Watt. He's helped others achieve their goals while continuing his own self-growth. Applications for supervisor positions are due Jan. 13.
January 9, 2020 —
Being a Mini U supervisor means a lot to Tom Watt. He's helped others achieve their goals while continuing his own self-growth. Applications for supervisor positions are due Jan. 13.
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Indigenous games chronicled in new book
January 9, 2020 —
Noted FKRM instructor, Blair Robillard, premiers 'Kihcite Metawewina: Playing with a Great Heart' at a Jan. 23 book launch.
January 9, 2020 —
Noted FKRM instructor, Blair Robillard, premiers 'Kihcite Metawewina: Playing with a Great Heart' at a Jan. 23 book launch.
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Free fitness at UM Jan. 6-10
December 18, 2019 —
Jan. 6-10 marks UM Recreation Services' bi-annual free week event. Get a head start on your health and fitness by experiencing the Active Living Centre and Joe Doupe Recreation Centre (Bannatyne Campus) for free. This includes sampling over 60 popular instructional classes at no cost at all.
December 18, 2019 —
Jan. 6-10 marks UM Recreation Services' bi-annual free week event. Get a head start on your health and fitness by experiencing the Active Living Centre and Joe Doupe Recreation Centre (Bannatyne Campus) for free. This includes sampling over 60 popular instructional classes at no cost at all.
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Finding You at Mini U
December 13, 2019 —
Rachel Cumpsty's quirks & unique personality made her feel right at home with Mini U Programs. Applications for leader positions are being accepted until Jan. 31
December 13, 2019 —
Rachel Cumpsty's quirks & unique personality made her feel right at home with Mini U Programs. Applications for leader positions are being accepted until Jan. 31