Podcasts are more popular than ever and it’s no secret why we love them. Our team loves listening to podcasts on our commute to work, in the gym, or whenever we can! We love learning about the topics that can improve our health and wellness like nutrition, fitness, sleep, productivity, and more. There are millions of podcasts out there so we wanted to give you our top picks, or what we think is ‘required listening’. So the next time you have a long drive, a monotonous task to complete, or are looking to gain some insight, download one of these podcasts and let the learning begin! The Drive – H ..read more

At Fit Kitchen, we know how important it is to support the earth and to ensure our actions are sustainable. That is why we are constantly optimizing our systems and procedures to reduce waste and to reduce emissions. This Earth Day we wanted to highlight a few actions we take every day to help lower Fit Kitchen’s environmental footprint. Our Sustainable Actions 1.   Re-usable Cooler Bags The cooler bags in which your order is delivered are re-usable and we encourage you to return the bags to us. Just leave the bags out next time you receive an order, and the delivery driver will collect t ..read more

When our team isn’t busy cooking, packing orders, dreaming up new meals, and crafting meal plans, we love to eat out around Calgary. Our team is full of foodies who have a passion for discovering Calgary’s best bites. Keep reading to see which restaurants we recommend and what we love to eat there. Pulcinella – Jason’s Pick Location: 1147 Kensington Crescent NW Instagram: @lovepulcinella Pulcinella holds a special place in the heart of Fit Kitchen as it’s our team’s favourite place to gather for a celebration, a group dinner, or a quick bite after a long day. It is a staple in Calgary’s Italia ..read more

If you’re looking for a way to change up your fitness routine this year, then look no further. The top fitness trends for the new year are in and they look like tons of fun! Keep reading to find out what’s popular and what’s new on the market. These trends won’t just increase physical fitness, but will address your holistic health too, from promoting mind body connection, to recovery, to social engagement. 1.   Outdoor Fitness Outdoor workouts offer a refreshing alternative to traditional gym routines, providing a connection with nature that can enhance overall wellbeing. The increas ..read more

The holiday season can be a time of delicious food and time spent with loved ones, but it can also be stressful as we navigate the abundance of food and our body’s cravings. I think we have all experienced feelings of anxiety or guilt around the food we eat during the holidays, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Food is a huge part of most holiday celebrations and it plays an important role in our cultural and family traditions. Being overly restrictive with your eating during the festivities can hamper your enjoyment of the season and may take a toll on your mental health.  Here at Fit ..read more

We love the holidays here at Fit Kitchen, but what we love even more is giving the gift of delicious, healthy food. If you’re stuck for a gift idea, why not give a loved one a night off of cooking, or even a whole week! Keep reading to see how you can choose the perfect Fit Kitchen gift for anyone in your life.   Give a Gift, Get a Gift! If you haven’t already heard, we’re having a huge gift card promotion for the holiday season! It’s not too late to save, but get your gift cards quickly because the promotion ends this Saturday, December 23rd For a limited time: Get a $80 credit when you ..read more

More people are focusing on healthy eating while at the same time, purchasing already-prepared meals to save time. It is important to know how to create dishes that appeal to everyone and offer wholesome products, especially if you have a meal prep company. How To for Healthy Meals on the Go Putting together a bunch of random ingredients generally lends itself to a hodgepodge dish that no one wants to eat. Steer clear of this by organizing and planning ahead when creating meals. Brainstorm – Come up with ideas that everyone will love by asking your current customers what their favourite ingre ..read more

Nutrition and health information has become so easily accessible that it can be hard to know which sources you can trust. There are millions of blogs, videos, posts and articles published each day telling you what to eat, what not to eat, and everything in between. It can all be quite overwhelming and we want to give you the tools to find the most accurate information. Keep reading to find out which signs to look for and which to avoid when choosing your sources. Signs That Information May NOT Be Credible Information is presented as a “Quick Fix”, a “Hack”, or something that is too good to be ..read more

There are lots of ways to get moving this winter in and around Edmonton. If you’re tired of the gym being packed and you don’t feel like running inside on a treadmill, then these ideas are for you! Learn a new sport from parkour, to gymnastics, surfing, to ninja, and everything in between. Keep reading to find a fun new sport to help you stay fit this winter. Fly Free Movement Fly Free Movement is a parkour and calisthenics community and academy located in Edmonton. If you’ve ever watched videos of people jumping and flipping their way across rooftops, buildings and parks, then you’ve heard of ..read more

As the days get colder and busier it always helps to have some delicious snacks on hand. Be sure to check out the latest blog post on our new retail snacks if you haven’t already. However, if you’ve run out Fit Kitchen snacks and are turning to your pantry, we have some ideas for you! In this post we’ve included three “Mix and Match” snack ideas that are sure to keep you satisfied while keeping things interesting. The “Mix and Match” idea is that you can use whatever ingredients you have at home, or whichever are your favourites, to create the perfect snack. Keep reading to check out our ideas ..read more