Mobility matters! The definition of mobility is a joints ability to move freely through it's range of motion (ROM). If you’re neglecting your mobility, you are not getting the most out of your lifts! You are also putting yourself at a higher risk of injuries. Do your mobility! I added an 8 minute full body follow along mobility video to this blog… check it out and add some of these exercises to your routine!
Read MoreIn this blog post I dive into injuries. What the common ones are, causes, how to prevent them, and importantly I share the mental and physical challenges that arise. I also share my own personal experience with my latest injury going into details about my mental struggles with anxiety, some depression and share my own thoughts surrounding the mental struggle of injuries that are often not talked about.
Read MoreConfused about carbohydrates? Low carb or high carb? Low glycemic or high glycemic? Simple carbs or complex carbs? No carbs after 8pm? There is SO much information out there about carbohydrates. In this blog post I’m going into detail all about carbs — the good, bad & the ugly. I use scientific information as well as my own personal experience with carbs. My intent for this blog is to clear up some of the information out there and give you all the knowledge I know all about carbohydrates!
Read MoreI’m sure you’ve heard all the health tips... Prep your food, move everyday, sleep 8 hours, meditate, eat clean, lift heavy, do your mobility. — The truth is no one will stick to any of these unless they create habits and a positive mindset around it. A sustainable lifestyle change requires real behaviour and mindset changes, and it doesn’t happen overnight. In this blog post I get really personal about my own struggles when I decided to change my diet and adopt a healthier lifestyle. Making health & fitness your lifestyle is a lot more about psychology than you think…
Read MoreUsing healthy, clean, and whole ingredients does not mean you have to compromise taste! This chocolate mug cake only has 6 ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to make! This is a great recipe to satisfy those sweet tooth cravings and with Valentines day coming tomorrow it’s a great treat for you and your lover, or just for you to enjoy yourself :)
Read MoreDo you work your butt off in the gym and don’t see the results you should see? Are you faced with a fitness plateau, physique plateau or you just don’t feel the energy gains you should be feeling? You should probably re-think your recovery protocols. You might lack prioritizing what you are doing outside of the gym. Because if you aren’t recovering properly, you will not be progressing properly. People often forget that what yields or what can inhibit progress is mostly the habits you have outside of the gym… In this post I go into extensive detail on the methods you must master in order to see the results you desire
Read MoreChia seeds are high in omega-3 fats, fiber, and a variety of nutrients. The typical SAD (standard american diet) has a high consumption of omega-6 fats because of corn and soy products. We need both omega-6 and omega-3 fats in our diets but at an ideal ratio of 1:1 and not 25:1 like most people are consuming. To get more omega-3 fats in your diet try this delicious Chia Pudding Recipe… even my dog is begging for some!
Read MoreYou can make almost all of your favourite treats healthier by just using clean ingredients. Junk food is chemically enginereed to leave us wanting more and more. I hate any sense of guilt around food - and if making a clean version allows you to treat yourself guilt-free then please do it! We all have cravings, we are only human. Give into those cravings but just make healthier versions! Try this clean version of our favourite chocolate peanut butter treat Resee’s Cups. Enjoy :)
Read MorePeople always say eat your vegetables! But why??? Yeah we get it, they are healthy but have you ever heard that they actually could be closely connected to your lifespan? Your brain health? Yeah - vegetables do a lot more then just give you some nutrients. Read this post and find out why they are SO important.
Read MoreYou are NOT what you eat! You are what you DIGEST. Let’s talk food sensitivities and digestion! Digestion is extremely complex. This blog post dives into the individual differences behind how we digest food and what can lead to sensitivities. It also includes a No-Oatmeal Recipe… yum!!
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