Kids are back to school and now it’s back to YOU! Summer vacations are over, school is back in session and many are ready to make their health and fitness a priority! Take advantage of this natural tendency to turn over a new leaf, so to speak, and commit to these simple 10 tips to…
Increase Your After-Burn
Have you ever wondered why you continue to breathe heavy and sweat after your workout is done? Why doesn’t your breathing go back to normal immediately? After exercise, you consume a greater amount of oxygen to assist your body in recovering from the stress of the workout and the demands it placed on your body….
Get Active Downtown
Have you been to Downtown Vancouver recently? With the new waterfront development, cool shops and restaurants and incredible murals, art and ambiance, it’s the place to be. Here’s a few ways to enjoy Downtown while being active: Walk & Explore The Downtown Vancouver Business Association pulled together this walking map to show you all the…
Get Active & Remember
Memorial Day is a time that we remember those we have lost in the line of service. Since soldiers are generally regarded as our strongest, fittest and most brave, many have launched initiatives that require some strength and fitness to honor and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Here’s some ideas that you…
Shake It Up
“If you want something you’ve never had, then you’ve got to do something you’ve never done! If you want to change something, you’ve got to change something. Makes sense, doesn’t it? If you’ve been doing the same 4 fitness classes or the same running route for the last 10 years, your body has probably adapted…
Working Out With Your Dog!
It’s true that having a dog makes you healthier! Research shows that those with dogs get more physical activity than those who don’t own dogs. Having a dog forces you to get out to walk them increasing your daily activity and reaping the health benefits. The best part is a dog can be your best…
Dance Your Way To Fit
I’ve started taking a Zumba class weekly and it reminded me of the benefits of dancing that I wanted to share with all of you. Dancing Is Fun! Most people don’t exercise because it’s such a chore but with dancing, you’re often having so much fun that you forget that you’re actually exercising! Dancing Is…
Top Fitness Trends For 2019
The American College of Medicine recently released a report of the Top New Fitness Trends for 2019. Check out the highlights below and maybe you will be inspired to jump on the band wagon and add some new excitement to your workouts. After all, variety in your fitness programming can minimize the risk of boredom…
12 Days of FITMAS
It can be so challenging to keep your health and fitness a priority during the holidays. So to help keep you on track, I’m going to ask for you just 12 minutes per day over the 12 days prior to Christmas (The 12 Days of Fitmas!). Here is a simple, at-home workout that you can…
Fitness In Between The Feasts
We all just enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving Feast and in one month, we’ll be back at it during the Christmas and New Year’s dinner, get-togethers and parties. It’s easy to see why Americans gain so much weight during this time of year. The holidays can be a stressful time trying to keep up with the…