Author Archives: Lauren
After 14 years in the fitness industry, I’ve seen my fair amount of products come and go; tested out great ones and tried out some ridiculous ones. A few remain my favourites: the stability ball, gliding disks, the TRX and the Equalizer bars. The theme among my faves are sturdy equipment that facilitates stability, agility […]
Read moreWANT TO FEEL STRONGER, MORE COORDINATED AND FLEXIBLE? Try Quadruped Training. Quadruped training are exercises that are performed on all fours or starting from all fours. They include: planks, bird/dogs, bear crawls, alligator push ups and crab walks. BELOW ARE A FEW OF THE MANY BENEFITS OF QUADRUPED TRAINING: 1. IT’S A BETTER CORE WORKOUT THAN […]
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As a personal trainer, I’ve trained many women pre and post pregnancy and in my opinion your best chance of having a healthy pregnancy, delivery and recovery is to ensure you’re already on a good fitness program before getting pregnant. Most moms are unhappy with their tummies post pregnancy. Clients will tell me how their […]
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Looking for a way to reduce anxiety? This could help I have arrived. I’m sitting with 18 others in a circle at a mindfulness meditation course. We all have our own reason for being here: insomnia, anxiety, pain relief, anxiety, and…anxiety. 10 years ago I would never have seen myself taking a course like this. […]
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Being a mom is hard….very hard. If you’re looking for support from other mothers and a healthy fitness break with childcare included, read below:
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Pregnancy is a time of great change in a woman’s body. It is especially important during this time to prepare your body for the upcoming birth of your child by keeping active, practicing proper breathing techniques and developing strength in the pelvic girdle muscles. Yoga and Strength Training are two great ways to prepare your […]
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Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve which runs from the forearm into the hand becomes pressed or squeezed. What are the symptoms? The symptoms include; pain through the wrist and hand, and numbness through the fingers. How to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome: Try to keep the wrist in a neutral position. What this […]
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Try your brain at this fun fitness quiz. Answers are below. 1) BMI (Body Mass Index) is a. an estimate of body composition that compares weight and height b. a calculation of the percentage of body fat within an individual c. an individual’s percentage of muscle tissue 2) Which is not a primary benefit of […]
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Sitting Upright not right way to prevent back pain: studies show A 135-degree body-to-thigh sitting posture was demonstrated to be the best biomechanical sitting position, as opposed to a 90-degree posture most people consider normal (Dr. Waseem Amir Bashir, researcher from University of Alberta Hospital) 85% of us will experience back pain during our lifetime. […]
Read moreJust following these simple exercises everyday can prevent many injuries caused by sitting in an office chair for prolonged amounts of time.
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Stretching is a great way to prepare for your workout, increase flexibility, prevent injury and relax post-workout. Stretching can be practiced everyday. Try to hold each stretch for a minute or longer. 1. DRESS COMFORTABLY – Wear clothes that you can move in easily and do not limit your range of motion. Breathable cotton is […]
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Drink more water. Drink ½ a litre of water pre-work and post-workout. Eat more protein. Protein is the building blocks for muscles. The best sources for protein are tuna, chicken and tofu. A shake made of protein powder, yogurt, fruit and milk or soy milk is a great pre-workout energy boost. Eating 5-6 smaller meals […]
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If you are going to the gym to do your cardiovascular training, try this…Don’t go on the treadmill or elliptical for one hour, instead work a shorter period of time at a higher intensity. This saves time and you may actually gain more cardiovascular and calorie burning benefits. If you are comfortable with using a […]
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Eat foods that are as natural as possible: whole-grain and unprocessed. Eat some raw or “living” foods. Vegetables lose some vitamins and minerals when they are cooked. Eat food that is as “poison-free” as possible. Chemicals in your food, water and air can build up in your body and harm your health. Not all fat […]
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Worried about not fitting into that beautiful wedding dress? Get in shape for your special day! I will cater a program to tone up those arms for that strapless dress, shape the abdominals for the honeymoon beach and keep that booty dress ready while improving your cardiovascular health and overall strength. Exercising before your wedding […]
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