Health
Lace up those running shoes, turn right towards Coal Harbour, and jog the Stanley Park sea wall to English Bay.
Looking for fitness, exercise, and relaxation in Vancouver? British Columbia offers many outdoor activities to help you stay fit and have fun in Canada’s western most province. From golf, tennis, and mountain biking to a hike or ski in the local Grouse, Cypress, or Seymour city mountains — or if you’re staying in a hotel downtown, a morning run on the Stanley Park sea wall might be start your day off.
In addition Vancouver has numerous fitness clubs and recreation centres for you to keep your workout routine going. After which, you could enjoy some downtime at a city day spa — or if you’re travelling BC, one of the many resorts and spas located in some of the province’s most scenic locations.
Health and fitness choices:
- Day spas
- Fitness and wellness
Other popular scenic city view runs include: the Grouse Grind on Vancouver’s North Shore, Jericho and Kits Beach, and Pacific Spirit Park, located on the grounds of the University of British Columbia (UBC).
The city also has many restaurants with health conscious and “oceanwise” menu choices, including some restaurants that specialize in vegetarian, sushi, and organic food selections.
Many say that Vancouver is the Canada’s healthiest and most fit city — similar to what California is to the United States. The west coast outdoor playground makes it easy to get outside, have fun, and stay fit.
