Why Weights

As a coach and trainer, I have many goals for my clients, but one of them is undeniably strength.

Repeated studies have shown that physical fitness improves every aspect of our lives - I know I am preaching to the choir - from brain resilience to stress reduction. And did you know that grip strength is a sign of longevity?

But this doesn't mean cardio isn't important and finding the right mix matters.

This program is designed to be balanced mix of cardio, strength and recovery (mobility IS recovery ;-) If you need help choosing what to do when you aren't live in class, reach out to me. In fact, you can book a coaching call anytime!

**** You can also book a personal training session if you want some 1:1

Please block your calendars for Saturday June 7th!

It is National Health and Fitness Day and we will be having a special in-person walk / run / yoga class at Riverdale Park!

We will meet at the picnic tables (or by the Outdoor Climbing Fence)

8 am

RSVP HERE

*** Class will end sharply at 9 AM as I am part of a panel for the Canadian Health and Fitness Institute that day! Busy Month!!

Did you catch my Breakfast TV appearance this week? If not, it is here!

THIS WEEK's CLASSES (May 26-30)

*** Due to the SHIT weather in person FLOW postponed to June.

LIVE CLASSES VIA ZOOM

3103249098

Password; FITFAM

MORNING:

630 AM - MOBILITY

Movement matters - why not come and see us every morning before work?

645 - FULL CLASS

M - Body Weight Tabata

TONIGHT - 630 STRONG 7 PM CYCLE

Tuesday - LOADED (bands + Weights)

Wed: Cardo Core!

Thurs: STRONG and NOON CYCLE

Fri: FLOW (not outside - postponed due to the crappy weather!)

MIDDAY

Exercise Snacks - daily!

Tuesday STRONG

Thursday: Cycle:

EVENING

MONDAY

630 - STRONG

7 PM 30 MIN CYCLE

SATURDAY

NO CLASSES - Erin in Calgary :-)

What's the key to longevity?

Nutrition: Unprocessed food, high focus on protein, fiber and fat. Do this 80 percent of the time, and you don't have to worry about the treats

Exercise: A daily commitment - 6-10K steps, strength training 2-4 times per week, HIGH heart rate 1-2 x per week and cardio zone training and mobility.

Recovery - Sleep 7-8 hours per night, recover muscles through cold / hot therapy, active rolling. But recovery is also stress reduction and zoning out. Yes, TV and a good movie are recovery

Mindfulness - This is more than meditation. Mindful eating, movement and living. Sow down when you eat. Walk without a podcast and listen to the birds.

Gratitude - Did you know people who hae 20% increase in exercise, better sleep and a healthier life

Connection - We all want to belong.

In September, group fitness and coaching will still take centre stage - but I will be launching The Healthy Six as a longevity community. Stay tuned!