Now that we finally have warmer temperatures and the shorts and bathing suits have been pulled out of the deep dark closet - who here is worried about showing their tummy this summer? Not feeling bikini ready? Yes, I said it! No, this is not a post about how thin we need to be or … Continue reading What every woman is afraid to admit
Whether you are an avid exerciser or a mostly sedentary person, I am quite certain you have heard of CrossFit. You may have tried it. Or you may want to now that you have had your baby and are hoping to get your pre-baby body back. One can’t help being a little envious when one … Continue reading The dangers of CrossFit for women
What is your definition of health? Do you consider yourself healthy? It is my job to help people reach their health and fitness goals. Usually they come to me because they want to lose weight and get stronger. But is this all health is? If we work out most days of the week and are slim, … Continue reading What does health mean to you?
Today I will do better than yesterday. This is one of the messages I walked away with after 2 great days at the canfitpro Fitness Conference and Trade Show this weekend. I go every year to get re-inspired and educated by the leaders in the industry and this year was no exception. As a Health & … Continue reading Better Every Day
Why do you work out? We all start working out for a variety of reasons; to lose weight, because we "should", to look good for a vacation, girl, boy or whatever. We are also promised that we will feel better, but few stick with their new workout regime long enough to truly experience how much … Continue reading Why do you workout?
You are unlikely to reach your goal... Does that seem a little strange coming from a personal trainer? Only 8% achieve their New Year Resolutions according to Forbes Let me explain; All across North America people are resolving to start working out, join a gym, eat healthier, lose weight etc. Gym's sell more memberships this month … Continue reading Don’t make a Weight-loss New Year’s Resolution for 2014!
The Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes fruit, vegetables, fish, olive oil and nuts has been associated with a decreased chance of overall illness and an increased sense of well-being. Though these foods are consistent with many other meal plan recommendations it is the proportions of each that is a little different with the Mediterranean diet. Most … Continue reading Losing weight the Mediterranean way
I recently came across this on Twitter: “Manage your brain with exercise” and it made so much sense to me. I am just going to make one small adjustment; “Manage your life with exercise”. We spend so much time and energy managing our finances, kids, families, stress, work, hectic schedules and the list goes on … Continue reading Manage your life with exercise
Check out this excellent article on metabolism written by my colleague Dr. Andra Campitelli, ND Are you one of those people who just looks at a slice of bread and gains 5 lbs? Or, are you the much envied individual who sits down to a 6-course meal three times and day and STILL can’t quite … Continue reading Master your Metabolism
Where on a scale from 1-10 (10 being very high) does your confidence and self-esteem sit? What about self-mastery? Self....what? Read on 🙂 Having a good self-esteem and self-confidence are very important and often sought after personal attributes in today’s complex world. As much as I agree with this, I believe self-mastery is ultimately what … Continue reading I am the Queen Bee!
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