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What Is Interval Training? Interval training is alternating periods of high intensity exercise with periods of lower intensity exercise. An example would be: sprinting for 30 seconds alternating with jogging for 1 minute. The slower pace allows you to recover for the next interval at a higher pace. You can vary the speed, intensity, length, …

Here is a great workout for your legs, abs, and chest! – 30 Jumping Side Lunges (15 each side) – Jump to switch feet and touch the opposite hand to the ground by the center foot; look forward to help keep your back straight. Suggestion: find a line to use as the center point for …

Let the hiking begin! As the weather gets warmer and it beings to rain less, I am looking forward to doing some more hiking around Vancouver. I have done the Grouse Grind many times already and although it’s an excellent workout, I don’t enjoy how busy it gets and I especially don’t like that you …

Here are 2 videos with simple leg exercises using only a bench or large step. Side step-up with squat Stand beside a bench. Do a side step-up on the bench and drive your opposite knee in the air. Step down (feet together first) and then place your feet shoulder-width apart and do a squat. That …

While the hormone cortisol plays a vital role in the body, it could also be one of the reasons for that extra unwanted padding around your mid section. Our body is designed to deal with stress by releasing cortisol in a ‘fight or flight’ response; however, it is essential that our body returns to a …

I recently had a client ask for some suggestions for working out her upper body while traveling. She was going on an extended vacation and was bringing along a resistance band. This video demonstrates the following 5 upper body exercises using only the resistance band: Chest Press Standing Row (Back) Triceps Extension Shoulder Press Bicep …

If you missed them, first read My 30-Day Meditation Challenge (Part 1) and (Part 2). What Now? I know a lot of people are skeptical about meditation but there are many different types to explore and I feel that if a person truly can see the value of relaxing their mind and controlling their thoughts, …

If you missed it, first read My 30-Day Meditation Challenge (Part 1). Is it working? During the 30 days, people would ask me, “Is it working?” How do you measure if it’s working? What does that mean? What does “working” look like? Do I feel more relaxed in general? Yes. Does that make me happier? …

How it all started My friend and I went to the Health & Wellness Show at the Vancouver Convention Centre in February. We were approached by a woman from the Bodhi Meditation booth and she told us about a free all-day class in Richmond where we could learn about and practice meditation. Check out the …

Ah yes… the ultimate battle… how to find the time or motivation to work out! Here are 10 ways to help you get motivated and stay accountable to your fitness lifestyle: 1. Personal or partner training Get yourself a trainer and work out 1-on-1 or with a partner. Having a trainer to keep you accountable, …