If you’re over 50 and don’t practice full body resistance training exercises at least twice per week, you need to start. Now. Here's why. When we're around 30, the untrained body starts to lose muscle mass. This process – medically known as sarcopenia – continues as...
There's no denying the pleasure of a cold beer after a long hot hike or bike ride. One of my favourite summertime indulgences is a chilled glass of white wine on a Vancouver patio. But how does that craft lager or Pinot Gris impact your workouts? The answer isn't...
Want to be stronger, leaner, sexier? How about better looking? More confident and less stressed out? How'd you like to live longer too? You can, and it doesn't have to cost a penny. How? Lift weights. Starting in your 30s, your body starts to lose muscle mass. This...
I recently met with a new client for his first session. His goal is to become stronger and reduce his back pain. When I explained that we'd be spending most of our first session establishing perfect posture and alignment, breathing patterns and core muscle activation...
The Muscles You Didn't Know You Had - Until They No Longer Work You might not think about your pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) when you're working out, but perhaps you should. For both men and women, a strong pelvic floor reduces the risk of incontinence, improves core...
Great news! My first downloadable video class is now in the store! This 30-minute Core Challenge Power Planks video will have your body sweating and your muscles shaking -- but wow, what a workout! Planks are great for your core and can help improve your posture and...
Hi guys -- I've put together these 3 videos to help you master your Pilates practice. Because no matter how long you've been practicing Pilates, it's important to go back to basics now and again. If you're new to Pilates, you'll benefit from mastering these few...
So you want to do a pull-up? Pull-ups have long been used as a measure of fitness and upper-body strength. From those gruelling middle-school gym tests (remember ParticipAction?) to military training, pull-ups are tough enough to humble even the most dedicated gym...
I love gyms. I love the variety of equipment, the communal workout atmosphere, the predictable and familiar environment. Gyms are also guaranteed to get you hot and sweaty when it's 4 degrees and raining on a dark January night. But lately, I've been taking my clients...
