Virtual Events
Self-isolation can be... well, isolating. So we are hosting several events to keep you connected to yourself and others during this really tough time. Check our social media @yfslocal68 for updates!
Wellness Wednesdays
We'll be hosting a series of virtual events on our instagram page to help you manage your wellness while self-isolating.
Free Virtual Resources
THere are a number of free websites, apps and resources that you can now access online for FREE to keep you healthy!
Meditation/ Mindfulness Apps
Headspace
Section called “Weathering the storm” for free. Began March 23rd. IOS. Android.
Calm App
Meditation & mindfulness, breathing exercises, sleep stories, soundscapes & music, Calm Kids, meditation for anxiety, restlessness, stress, self-care, inner peace, focus, etc. IOS. Android.
Elevate
Personalized Brain training: games that improve writing, speaking, reading and math skills. IOS. Android.
Free Fitness Apps
FitOn
Yoga, Pilates, HIIT, Dance/ Barre, Cardio, Before bed, Pre- Natal, Post Natal, with Kids, etc. IOS. Android.
Nike Training Club
Yoga, Circuit training, HIIT, Training plans, Mood boosters, workouts for small spaces, workouts under 20 mins. IOS. Android.
Train With Lyzabeth
Lyzabeth (from Hourglass) has opened up her app for free training.
- ‘Stay home Shred’ program. Began Monday March 30th with live workout classes @lyzabethlopez
MoveWith
All of the trainers are doing free classes on their IG too! IOS.
Peloton
Offering free virtual classes for 90 days. IOS. Android.
Other Workout Apps
Elle Fitness
Elle Fitness is hosting free classes on their IG live at @ellefitnessto on a regular weekly schedule:
- Sunday
- 10am Body Blast with @eneliholmes
- 12pm Pop Zumba with @emkfit
- Monday
- 7:30am Triple A with @kseatz
- 10am Core & Cardio @deannawrose
- 5pm BOOTCAMP with @ellefitmichelle
- Tuesday
- 7:30am HardAss with @alessiasculpt
- 12pm Body Blast with @eneliholmes
- 5pm HIIT Hop with @emkfit
- Wednesday
- 7:30am Hard Ass with @kseatz
- 10am Body Blast with @ellefitmichelle
- 5pm BOOTCAMP with @deannawrose
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C25K (Couch to 5k)
Runkeeper
8fit
MyFitnessPal
Fitness tracking and calorie counting app that syncs with your smartwatch. IOS. Android.
Audio Books/ Reading Apps
Audible
30 day free trial
FreeAudiobooks
Goodreads
An online reading community. Challenge yourself to ready 2 books a month, join groups that interest you based on genre, etc.
Toronto Public Library
Toronto Public Library offers ebooks and audiobooks, as well as elearning tools such as Lynda, for free. All you need is a current library card. Ebooks and audiobooks can be accessed through the Libby app.
Journalling
Self guided or Guided by a SelfCare journal app:
Jour
Journal for mindfulness, daily self care journaling. IOS
Day One Journal
Five Minutes of Gratitude
Daily gratitude journal. IOS
Reflectly
Journal for Happiness. IOS. Android.
Dive Thru: Mindful Journaling
Articles
The Value of Meditation for Coping during the COVID-19 Crisis
Healthy eating habits during Self-isolation
Why you should still move your body especially when anxious
Dance Classes
Cli Studios
Baby and Teen Ballet
All style classes. New videos will be added weekly.
The Fitness Marshall
1 hour playlist of some Fitness Marshall favorites.
Dance Church
Free live streaming at certain times. Body positive dance space.
Mark Kanemura
Live stream dance parties at 2pm PST daily on his instagram: @mkik808
Ryan Heffington
Live stream dance class 10am PST most days on his instagram: @ryanheffington
Bhangra
Guided virtual Bhangra dance class.