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Each day we hop in our car, knowing the piece of machinery was reliable enough to get you from point A to point B. You know this because modern day cars have flashing lights and sounds to alert us if there is a problem or if the car is due for a service. In that […]

I think a lot of people have trouble asking for help. I know I do. I try and do everything myself until I get into state of overload. I’ve always been good at running. Even when I was in primary school my little skinny legs would win a hand full of ribbons at the annual […]

Exercise and technology has advanced the way we think about our lifestyles. Nowadays, there’s an app on our phones for almost anything you can think of. From tracking calories, to tracking workouts, to even online coaching services, the options are endless when it comes to how you want to program your fitness to suit your […]

While on holidays travelling it’s always hard to squeeze in a workout here or there to maintain your fitness levels. I recently returned from a 3 weeks holiday over in Lebanon and Italy. In Lebanon I had the pleasure of meeting all my wife’s family and experiencing the beautiful mountains, food and culture. We then […]

Why should you care about making sure you get enough protein? Here are four good reasons: 1. It is a component of every cell in your body. In fact, hair and nails are mostly made of protein. 2. Your body uses it to build and repair tissue. 3. You need it to make enzymes, hormones, […]

One hour, not two or three, but one hour. Now please don’t get too excited as I am not referring to happy hour down at your local pub… However the happy hour you can take part in that will guarantee to improve your health and fitness. If going to the gym or exercising is seen […]

Winter is fast approaching! And we all know what comes along with it… The better armed you are at avoiding the common colds & flu’s, the more time you can focus on your workouts and fitness goals, and not have time off away from the gym due to sickness. * lose the booze – sleep […]

When it comes to health and fitness for seniors, it’s important that you maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, even as you continue to age. As seniors, fitness is essential for staying mobile and active, and it can even help lower your risk or help improve certain health conditions including stroke, heart attack, arthritis, and […]

When you become accustomed to a certain routine or way of life, the body is very stubborn is responding the same way it used to. Progress slows, results are not as dramatic, and often makes a person consider ”is all this worth my time and effort”. The human body is resistant to change and gets […]

1. Make time for exercise Regardless of how busy you are, it is essential that you make time to exercise each day if you actually want to lose weight and keep it off. Even little things like walking instead of driving to the store can affect how quickly you lose weight. Increase the amount of […]