Boost your Brain Power by Practicing This!
Too many of us step on the gas all of the time; this puts us into a chronic fight/flight response. This stressful state can increase stress hormones (adrenaline, cortisol) which can drive up blood sugar levels and cause weight gain. It can also lead to increased blood...
The ‘Core’ Fundamentals
Core Strength Clients often come to me with their #1 goal being to strengthen their core. This is a good goal because these muscles play a key role in every activity you do - they keep your spine safe and body aligned when you’re sitting at your desk, completing...
Milk – It does a Body Bad?
Is Milk good or bad for you? There's a lot of controversy about milk right now. You're probably aware that two really popular eating styles, Vegan and Paleo, both restrict dairy so there must be something bad about it, right? Here are a few facts about milk: 1. Humans...
The Fountain of Youth Really Does Exist!
The Fountain of Youth Really Does Exist! Life seems to get busier & busier doesn't it? But...you still need to get your sleep! Sleep deprivation has been linked to obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and it can even make you look older! Not to mention that...
Your Muscles Need this Now!
Foam rolling is Key for your Muscles Foam rolling is a great way to end a workout! It can aid in muscle recovery and keep your body working like a well oiled machine. It feels like you're giving yourself a self-massage for free, what could be better!?! Why should you...
Cut Your Calories Today, With These 4 Tips
Cutting Calories is Possible With These Tips You make hundreds of food decisions daily - what to eat, when to eat it, how much to eat and why. Unfortunately, many of us don't put a lot of real thought into these decisions, we often rely on external cues (time of day,...
Beware of Health & Fitness Sabotagers!
Beware of Health & Fitness Sabotagers! Are your health & fitness efforts being sabotaged by your loved ones? Are they constantly cancelling outdoor hikes with you and instead, inviting you over for your favourite wines & cheeses? If you're experiencing...
Who else Wants to Age Gracefully?
Tips to Looking and Feeling Younger We all want to age in a healthy and graceful way. Unfortunately, many of us don't think about our strength until much later on in life. From the ages of 25 to 65, an average person’s daily metabolism drops 300 calories and they lose...
To fast or not to fast, that is the question.
The Facts About Fasting Within the fitness and nutrition industry, there is a lot of conflicting information, especially about fasting right now. So what is all the hype about, regarding fasting? In the short term, you often experience weight loss by fasting; however,...
Want a Fitness Program that’s Convenient and Effective?
Give In-Home Personal Training a Try! Let me guess, your long work day has stopped you from joining a gym and prevented you from having time to put together any type of fitness routine, right? If this sounds like you, give in-home personal training a try. This is when...
Only 8% of people achieve their New Year’s Resolution!
Happy New Year! Can you believe that although 40% of us make New Year's resolutions, only a tiny fraction of us are able to keep them? Research from the University of Scranton shows that only 8% of us are able to achieve our New Year's goals! Self-improvement is a hot...