Is Strength Training Important for Weight Loss? I remember working as a personal trainer and I had a client who wanted to lose 50 pounds. He had a healthy diet but because of a sedentary job he never exercised. He … Continue reading
What is Best to Curb the Mid-afternoon Slump? I’m a big believer in taking a daily nap and love to have 10 to 20 minutes of undisturbed quiet time in the afternoon. I think the countries that promote an afternoon … Continue reading
Is Fruit Juice Good for Me? Years ago, I joined Weight Watchers to help me with my over-eating. I liked their plan as they focused on healthy food choices, moderation, and they even recommended exercise. One new thing that I … Continue reading
Can Food Labels be Trusted? After 4 years of university, I graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Business. One of my favourite courses was marketing and I especially enjoyed the subject of advertising. Zig Ziglar was a creative master and … Continue reading
Proceed with Caution by Steph Beth Nickel “We strongly recommend that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program.” We’ve all read these disclaimers—and sometimes ignored them. But why is that a bad idea? Assessment by a Personal Trainer … Continue reading
Does Late Night Eating Cause Weight Gain? My mom challenged me to stop eating by 7 p.m. every night for 3 months. Both of us wanted to shed the extra weight we had added over the holidays. I accepted her … Continue reading
What is a Realistic Goal for Weight Loss? A neighbour friend of mine told me that she’d lost 50 pounds. When I asked her how she’d done it, she said, “Very slowly.” She lost an average of one pound a … Continue reading
How Not to Fall this Autumn by Steph Beth Nickel When you’ve finished groaning over the title, let’s discuss 12 healthy habits to incorporate this autumn. 1. Walk outside while you can. (While some people love outdoor winter activities—Kimberley, for … Continue reading
Can Using Ankle Weights Help to Burn More Calories? Sometimes in our attempts to save time or work out more efficiently we try to combine two healthy activities into one. But this doesn’t always work well and sometimes can even … Continue reading
Is it Possible to Reduce Fat in one Area of the Body? Have you ever stood in front of a mirror and said something like, “If I could just take the fat from over here and move it up here?” … Continue reading