A lot of people feel tired or run-down at some point throughout the day. A lack of energy can affect your daily activities and make you less productive, especially towards the end of the week. Yes, it may be true that all food gives you “energy”. If you eat a […]
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Lots of runners have told me that they don’t need to do weight or resistance training, but this is not the case and here’s why: How can programmed Resistance Training help runners? 1. Improved speed /pace / lap time 2. Ability to run greater distances 3. Improved Gait (walking-running locomotion) […]
1 – Don’t focus just on calories While calories are an important aspect of a balanced diet, weight loss or weight gain, it’s not all, and maybe not even the most important, especially for your health. You should be more focused on activating your metabolism, so your body consumes more […]
When chatting to people about healthy cooking, one thing that comes up all the time is what oils or butters should be used. We thought we’d quickly share some info on each to help you make the better choice! 1. Canola oil Many studies claim that canola oil can lower […]
Did you know that most Canadians are not making an effort to stay hydrated? And that it has an impact on overall health? It’s crazy to think that three out of four people may not be drinking enough water. While most people have heard the common suggestion to drink eight […]
We know it’s easy to give warm-up a miss when you are short on time, and keen to get the heart pumping and the calories burning. BUT…warm-up is super important in avoiding injury, and preparing our muscles and nervous system so they can work optimally during your workout. Here are […]
It is Spring and even if looking outside right now doesn’t indicate that, the nicer weather is around the corner. After a long winter it is time for those of us who are attached to our screens and interiors to step outside and embrace the natural beauty of the area […]
Did you know you can declutter your mind by decluttering your space? Last week was the beginning of Spring. We know what that means…spring cleaning! Extra stuff does equal extra stress. Some research suggests that decluttering can have as much of an effect on your well-being as it does on […]
Obstacles —We have all experienced something that gets in the way of achieving our goals. What separates achievers and dreamers is that you need to use your skills to overcome any barriers that gets in your way. This is key in realizing and achieving your goals and creating a brighter […]
Self-awareness is vital when you are on a journey towards self-improvement. If you do not have a grasp on who you truly are — not who you believe you should be or who you wish you were — it will be a more challenging road. Your life will become brighter […]