Fitness, Luggage & Fashion

The seasons have changed, but the summer bulge from drinking too many margaritas and eating at too many BBQ parties may linger. Sometimes we need landmarks in our cultural calendar to get us back on track. Yes, Thanksgiving is fast approaching, which may motivate us to hit the gym to justify a long weekend of gluttony. And then next thing we know, we’ll be invited to all the Christmas parties. Time flies! Let’s take charge before Netflix consumes us...

Eating a healthy well balanced diet can be tricky at the best of times and it's especially important before and after any workout to ensure your body's getting the fuel it needs. Read on to see how protein powder is a great addition to any diet all year round.

Tech trends may ebb and flow with burgeoning technologies, but style is eternal–and seasonally-linked. Thankfully, the two pair beautifully together.

A leather handbag is a great way to pull together any look, and these five are can't-miss picks for the fall fashionista.

Over the past several months, I’ve seen a huge influx of hoverboard in my neighbourhood, in the downtown core where I work, and along the sea wall in Vancouver where many go to bike, blade, or run on a sunny day. The popularity of hoverboards is soaring, but what are they all about? Well, I was recently given the opportunity to take the Swagtron Hands Free Hoverboard for a test ride, so here’s my take on these new modes of transportation.

Each and every fall, the equestrian trend comes back with a vengeance and leaves those who were never exposed to horseback riding overwhelmed and confused about how to incorporate the trend into their current wardrobe. Luckily, there's the saddle bag, which perfectly marries equestrian style with modern fashion. Check out the Vince Camuto option that is currently topping my list of fall must-haves.

Nobody ever said that luggage had to be dull and drab, and American Tourister agrees.

Not all adventuring happens in the wilderness, and not all adventure bags need to blend in with the trees. Here are a few great backpacks that'll blend in with the crowd during your next urban adventure.

Depending on the grade of your child going back to school, you’ll need to shop for pencils, crayons, pencil crayons, paper, erasers, glue, and all sorts of other essentials for the school year. However, it’s important not to overlook the one school supply that is responsible for toting these supplies back and forth­–the backpack. To help you in your search, here are three backpacks perfect for the young student going back to school.

If you love the look of Herschel backpacks but want something a little less common, look no further than these sporty, functional alternatives.