Its not the same. My body is not the same as it was ten years ago. As I approached my 35th birthday I realized that I can’t be who I was in my twenties. Your body changes and your needs change. This isn’t something I am depressed about. In fact, its something I’ve come to accept because we’re not meant to be who we were ten years ago. Expecting your body to perform the same way is unrealistic. I’ve exercised my entire life. I could get away with doing crazy stuff when I was younger. Injuries didn’t last as long and I could certainly eat a heck of a lot more. Its not something we can fight. Its ..read more

Carol is a dear friend of mine. She and I met several years ago when she became my personal training client. We connected as friends and I continue to train her once a week at her home. This article was inspired by our latest conversation. While we’ve had many conversations over the years, for some reason something stuck in my brain this time. At 84 years old Carol is still motivated and energetic when it comes to exercise. This started somewhere, so I had to go back. Growing up in the 40s, times were certainly different for women in sports. In fact, it was unheard of. A woman like Carol in he ..read more

The biggest struggle we women face is stressing about when to wash our hair based on factors such as the gym, events, travel plans or whatever else it may be. You don’t want to wash your hair, sweat at the gym later and then ruin your fresh blow-dry, right? Right! But let’s face it—we are all on a tight schedule and don’t have the time to be constantly washing our thick hair. Here are some tips (from a professional hairstylist) for you to get the most out of your hair without having to constantly tackle an hour-long shower and blow-dry. 1- STOP washing your hair every day! I know, sounds kind ..read more

You made the sweet baby announcement, you’re starting to get your nursery all set, you’re getting ready for baby – but what about your weekly workouts? Discovering that you’re pregnant comes with so much joy and partnered with so many questions, sometimes it feels impossible to navigate all of it.  Unforutnatley, for all you active women out there, when it comes to staying strong, knowing how to keep your body safe in workouts during your pregnancy can be hard to sort through! While pregnancy isn’t the time to push your limits, just as your body is changing, it’s totally OKAY to change yo ..read more

Calling all glute lovers! Most of us know the basic booty exercises like traditional squats, bridges & standing kickbacks. While all those movements serve a great purpose in your booty building routine, we wanted to show you some exercises you may have never seen before! Here are 5 “Bootiful” exercises that require minimal to no equipment and can be done anywhere (even in your living room!) All you need is your body weight, an elevated surface and some room to move around. GLUTE MOVE 1-Side plank Abduction with Clam Shell A) Start by laying on your side with your knees slightly bent and he ..read more

I saw the above statement the other day and it stuck with me!  How true, that we allow cellulite to come in the way of our day to day especially how it controls our wardrobe and clothing choices.  No matter how much we say “love your body the way it is!” reality is most of us would rather do without cellulite! First of all, what is Cellulite? Cellulite is fat deposits that are pushing through weakened connective tissue in the skin, creating a dimpled appearance.  It’s most common in women and did you know that 90% of women are affected by it at some point during their lives!&nbs ..read more

Aerobics is back: bigger, better, higher (and now, online). In 2015, HIGH Fitness gave old-school aerobics a makeover, choreographing simple and effective fitness moves to original, licensed popular music. The format was a hit and in five years grew to over 3500 certified instructors in 400 cities across North America. Today, a second wave of growth is occurring for the brand with the introduction their online format: HIGH Fitness Live. Launching in November, 2020, over 3000 people have already subscribed, and with continued COVID-19 lockdowns, the numbers continue to grow. Founded by fitness ..read more

TORONTO, Jan. 28, 2021 /CNW/ – Today marks the official launch of the Vince Carter Scholarship and Mentorship Program in the Toronto area. The $ 25,000 dollar per student scholarship primarily targets high school students who have a passion for sports, music, film, fashion, broadcasting, media, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The application portal is open to applicants worldwide between the ages of sixteen to eighteen who will be entering grade eleven and/or twelve in September 2021 and each year forward.  Key program components encompass specialized academic courses, i ..read more

Hydration is key to a healthy immune system and a healthy immune system helps an individual stay healthy. In the current Covid prevalent climate, if you have made the New Year’s resolution of staying healthy you must understand the importance of hydration. Why is Staying Hydrated so Important? Staying hydrated is the most effective way to maintain health. Therefore, it is important to have water filters in your kitchen. Kitchen Water Filters not only help you stay hydrated but also provide clean, contamination-free water for your optimum health. Here are some reasons which highlight the import ..read more

If you’ve been keeping up with health and fitness trends over the course of last few years, you’ve no doubt heard about fasting, especially given its buzzword status of late. When people think of fasting, many imagine a grueling process of starving themselves for days on end. In reality, though, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, fasting can be a great way to boost your weight loss program and overall health. That in mind, let’s explore fasting and its cousin, time-restricted eating, in more detail and see how these practices may benefit you. What is fasting? Simply put, fasting ..read more