Activities and Exercise in Nature
In my last two blogs I have written about staying healthy over the holidays and managing stress during the Covid-19 pandemic. A common recommendation...
So, I’m at the Gym, Now What?
You’ve mustered up the time and confidence to go to the RAC. You’ve put on your gym shoes and you’re ready to invest in a healthier you. You make it...
What is Deep Tissue Massage?
There are many different types of massage. One type you may have heard of, but not understood, is deep tissue massage. With deep tissue massage the...
Deadlifts – a Great Addition to Your Workout
“What is the most beneficial exercise that I should be doing?” Personal trainers are often asked this question and the answer given can vary from...
Is Your Athlete at Risk of RED-S?
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) refers to a group of symptoms that occur when an athlete fails to consume enough calories for the sport...
Build Your Booty: The Importance of Glute Activation
The trend is all over social media - growing your glutes and building a well-rounded butt - but how are these influencers actually doing it? Proper...
Marathon Training: Preventing Injuries and Maximizing Performance
Are you interested in training for your first or fiftieth marathon? There are a variety of training approaches that you can take. To help reduce your...
Fascia and Pain
You may come across the words fascia or myofascia when reading about muscles, stretching, exercises, or physical problems people experience in their...
Stabilizing and Strengthening the Shoulder
The Structure: What is the shoulder made of? The Bones: The shoulder consists of the following 3 bones:
Sticking With Strength Training as We Age
As we age, there is often a trend to favor aerobic exercise over strength and resistance training. Many people acknowledge that it is essential to...
