Saucony — pronounced “sock-a-knee” — is a brand that doesn’t get as much hype recognition as the big players like Nike, Adidas and even New Balance do, but it’s most definitely OG. In fact, the shoemaker predates all three of those other brands, having been founded in 1898 near Kutztown, Pennsylvania’s Saucony Creek. One of …
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Anyone who has tried on a pair of Nike’s Air Force 1 know that while one of the best looking, they’re not exactly the lightest shoe out there. Well this is all changed with the Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit. Released in 2016 — 34 years after the iconic silhouette’s debut — these AF1’s utilize …
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Mindful exercises, which develop cognitive, social and emotional areas of the brain, will become just as commonplace as brushing your teeth predicts MindWell-U. The Canadian health tech firm, which works with organizations including WestJet, UBC and Coca-Cola, develops evidence-based mental health training that lowers stress, increases resilience and improves performance. Rooted in ancient wisdom traditions but …
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Bee + Hive, a not-for-profit global sustainable tourism association which unites hotels, restaurants and parks that embrace sustainable practices and experiences has simple tips to help even traditional travellers reduce their footprint. Below, the organization’s founder, Bruno Correa, offers some tips for a sustainable trip this summer. Use local suppliers For every $100 spent on …
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Want a sneaker that works as hard as it plays? Then check out the gorgeous Nike Blazer Studio Low. The shoe is part of the company’s 5 Decades of Basketball Collection, released just in time for the NBA All-Star Game last February. The capsule includes other legendary models traditionally made for the hardwood that have …
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