The summer heat and working from home has many people interested in enjoying outdoor activities, all the while maintaining social distancing, of course. Basements have transformed into personal gyms and vehicles have been replaced with bicycles and running shoes. Many people are choosing to become more active while sta…

Your immune system is a complex network of different cells with a range of signals that help guide the proper upkeep of your entire body. Most are familiar with the inflammation of a swollen twisted ankle or sore throat – the kind of reaction that involves swelling, redness and heat, this is an acute or short-lived inf…

How you hold your body and how you move your body matters. Poor posture can result in current or future health problems; commonly through promoting degeneration of your joints, leading to stiffness, pain and even organ dysfunction. Over time this can impact your sleep, energy and mental health. So how do you stand prop…

Did you know you have more than 600 muscles in your body? These muscles help you move, lift things, pump blood through your body, and even help you breathe. You might think that increasing the amount of muscle you have is a goal only Arnold Schwarzenegger style body builders and athletes should strive for, but you woul…

Walking and jogging are fantastic steps towards better health and fitness. Any day of the week you can put on your running shoes, put yourself in motion, and start reaping the benefits of your movement! Click image to open full sized image

As a personal trainer and consultant I am often faced with clients who avoid exercising due to pain in their shoulders, wrists, knees, hips and back. Many factors can contribute to the pain, such as injury, overuse, or incorrect movements in daily activities. However, Arthritis with Osteoarthritis are the most common t…

Muscle groups that get skipped during exercise typically vary between men and women. Men being more visual, often adopt an out of sight out of mind approach. If they can’t see what they are training in the mirror, it doesn’t always get the TLC it deserves. This is especially true of the posterior muscles. Women however…

If you or your family are looking for new ways to get in better shape and stay healthy, here are some activities and exercise that families can do indoors. All of the examples can also be enjoyed in an area where space might be limited. Benefits. Creating positive healthy habits now and for the future will reduce your…

As we get older our bodies need a little guidance to maintain the mobility, strength and energy that provides us with the quality of life we desire. The majority of us wish to experience our day to day activities free of pain, to be able to enjoy our occasional exertions such as dancing, hiking or cycling and be left f…

Shall we start with the list of benefits? Or perhaps we can just talk about the fact that cycling is fun and feels good. Getting out of the house for a quick change of scenery can give our mood a great boost. Cycling through places we usually walk or drive through is a nice change of pace and perspective. And if you’re…