Today I went on a little field trip. This has everything to do with why you should exercise and the dangers of the obesity trend in North America. … [Read more...]
Quick Tips To Improve Your Sleep
One area of their overall workout and fitness plan that far too many people overlook is sleep. You get so caught up in making sure that you're eating all the right foods with your diet and performing all the best exercises in the gym that you don't even consider the quality of sleep you're getting each night. In addition to this, as you have an ongoing 'to-do' list that seems to never end, … [Read more...]
How To Stretch Properly
After you've just finished a hard workout in the gym, what's the next thing that you do? Walk out and begin to take your post-workout shake? If so, you're forgetting one critical element. While getting in that post-workout shake is definitely important after your workout is finished, one thing that you cannot overlook to do after you finish up on the weights is stretch. Many people just … [Read more...]
How Does One Get Rid of Stress?
Stress is inevitable, it is found in all facets of daily life, and the question is not “how does one get rid of stress?”, but rather “how does one control stress and manage it to fit their lifestyle?” Our bodies thrive off stress, but when exposed to too much (like most things in life) it can override our systems and will work against us in our strive to leading a healthier lifestyle. The … [Read more...]
Josh Neufeld’s Vacation Super Guide
Josh Neufeld's Vacation Super Guide So you’re headed away on vacation, but with only one problem: You just fit yourself into those skinny jeans, or you fit that awesome jacket you had in high school, and you don’t want to come back from a relaxing vacation only to realise you are back at square-one! No problem, just make sure you stay health conscious on your next trip and you may surprise … [Read more...]
Exercise During Pregnancy
A Guest post by One-to-1 Fitness trainer Josh Neufeld Exercising while you’re pregnant is not only one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself, but also for your brand new baby! It has been shown that exercise during pregnancy not only helps decrease the time it takes to return to pre-pregnancy weight, but also will increase the odds of your child leading a healthy lifestyle. Keeping … [Read more...]
3 Simple Ways to Kick-start your Fitness Goals in 2011
A guest post by One-to-1 Fitness senior trainer Adam Green. Here are a few simple ways to kick-start your progress leading into the New Year! 1)Set Goals… and track them! Start recording specific target items in a day timer or journal- how many meals you have in a day, when you exercise, etc. This is … [Read more...]
Getting Back on the Wagon
Guest post by One-to-1 Fitness trainer Adam Green. Numbers. That is what everyone is worried about. The number on the scale, number of calories they are eating, number of meals, and the list goes on. So much of weight loss and leading a healthier lifestyle is based around numbers- and it can be a daunting task taking on a new and healthier lifestyle. Coming out of arguably the worst time of … [Read more...]
Cabel’s Opinion: Worst Weight Loss Programs – Personal Training
In case you’re just joining us... PLEASE READ FIRST: Ok let me start by saying this article is based on my opinion and over 19 years experience in the fitness industry. In my time in this industry I have managed health clubs, I’ve worked for supplement companies, I’ve assisted and contributed to product design, I am a registered massage therapist and a holistic lifestyle coach. To date … [Read more...]
Cabel’s Opinion: Worst Weight Loss Programs – Weight Watchers
In case you’re just joining us... PLEASE READ FIRST: Ok let me start by saying this article is based on my opinion and over 19 years experience in the fitness industry. In my time in this industry I have managed health clubs, I’ve worked for supplement companies, I’ve assisted and contributed to product design, I am a registered massage therapist and a holistic lifestyle coach. To date … [Read more...]
