You've heard it said many times 'Health is wealth'. Nothing will ever taste as good as it feels to be FIT! (Except maybe Nutella?) The worn out excuse of ' I don't have time' needs to be kicked to the curb. Here are some things you can do to make time!...
How long have you been coming to bootcamp? Are you still using 5lb weights at class? In the world of fitness, there is something called ' The principle of progressive overload' which means: 'In order for a muscle to grow, strength to be gained, performance to increase, or for any similar improvement to...
As a result of the pandemic, many people are experiencing physical isolation, more care demands, working at home challenges, more time seated and in front of the screen, increased stress, extreme exhaustion and feeling overwhelmed. When all this builds up, people start to feel 'burnt out' . If you notice...
The weather is finally co-operating and it is getting hot quickly! Here are a few tips for exercising in the heat. Wear sunscreen on your face, neck and hands! Bring a spray bottle to cool yourself down when those burpees suck the life out of you. Pack a little towel or wristband to...
Stretching is a fundamental way to improve your overall health and fitness and help prevent injury during exercise. It should always be done after a warm-up and prior to engaging in an exercise as it prepares the muscles for exercise and decreases the chances of injury. Stretches can either be dynamic, which...
My living room that is! Dust off your yoga mat and join me Monday, January 4th for the 6 week January Jumpstart! Motivation is great but ACCOUNTABILITY and support, is KEY! So be ready this Monday at 6:30 am and 6 PM for some fun in the sun! (OK fine...
Apparently, this week is 'Blue Monday' week. This is the week when many people give up on their new years resolutions and feel depressed. Perhaps it is a lack of sunlight, the reality of Christmas bills that need to be paid or those few holiday pounds that just won't go...
Many life experiences (meals, movies, laughs, shopping, travel, etc.) are enhanced when shared with others. Why then, do so many people choose to make fitness a solitary mission? Exercising as a group has many health and additional benefits for each person in the group as well as for the group...
Honey, it's COLD outside! You'd never know there are only four weeks until Spring! During this cold snap, keep the following tips in mind. Bring Gloves. Not the cheap $1 ones either. Some good, insulated gloves. In fact, leave a pair in your car. Wear Chapstick. Go buy a pack...
Did you think I was going to say 'the number on the scale?' Think again! Although it is important to keep track of your weight (even just at the doctors office), it is MORE important to know the following numbers: Blood pressure : Normal BP is 120/80. What's yours? You...