There's not much time left to sign-up for the NGB Boot Camp ladies! I'll be teaching Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at noon as well as 5-6pm and 6-7pm, Tuesday and Thursday mornings 7-8am and 8-9am, as well as every other Saturday from 7-8am and 8-9am. I'd love to help you get in the best shape of your life this summer! Message me for details or visit nevergoback.ca to register! We start NEXT WEEK!!! :-D
Friday, April 30
Friday, April 23
Focus
Did you know that you will achieve significantly greater results in your weight-lifting routine if you simply focus on the muscle you're working? It's true! Studies have shown that those who let their mind wonder during their weight-lifting routines don't get nearly as much out of their workouts compared to those who simply thought about what they were doing and what muscles were contracting. It's called "Neuromusclar Facilitation".
Having a strong connection between your muscles and neurological system is crucial to performing movement and exercise; so the next time you're performing any exercise, focus on the muscle you're working and how it contracts. Let your mind create a stronger contraction to get the most out of every rep!
I tend to put new-exercisers in front of a mirror; it encourages them to pay attention to how their body is moving and they can actually see the muscles contracting. It helps create strong pathways from the brain to the muscle so that when the brain sends a signal, it gets to the muscle faster and is able to create a stronger, more effective contraction.
Now, cardiovasular exercise doesn't follow the same rule, not really. You can hop on a treadmill and watch TV, or let your mind float off to reflect on your day, and you'll still burn the same amount of calories. It's with strength training that the mind plays such a huge role.
With a strong mind-body connection your results will sky-rocket, and the possibilities for what you can achieve will be endless! Start to engage your mind in your strength-training workouts for optimal results, and watch yourself transform!
Having a strong connection between your muscles and neurological system is crucial to performing movement and exercise; so the next time you're performing any exercise, focus on the muscle you're working and how it contracts. Let your mind create a stronger contraction to get the most out of every rep!
I tend to put new-exercisers in front of a mirror; it encourages them to pay attention to how their body is moving and they can actually see the muscles contracting. It helps create strong pathways from the brain to the muscle so that when the brain sends a signal, it gets to the muscle faster and is able to create a stronger, more effective contraction.
Now, cardiovasular exercise doesn't follow the same rule, not really. You can hop on a treadmill and watch TV, or let your mind float off to reflect on your day, and you'll still burn the same amount of calories. It's with strength training that the mind plays such a huge role.
With a strong mind-body connection your results will sky-rocket, and the possibilities for what you can achieve will be endless! Start to engage your mind in your strength-training workouts for optimal results, and watch yourself transform!
Wednesday, April 14
The BEST Part of Your Day!
Getting the motivation to exercise can be difficult, I know! Ultimately, your goal should be to make your workout the best part of your day! And it's not as hard as it sounds, really!
First, you need to make sure you're doing the RIGHT workouts. Nothing is worse than spending your precious time and energy doing what you think is correct, only to find yourself hitting a plateau and unable to achieve the great results you were hoping for. Finding a routine that is designed to get you where you want to be is crucial! In order to make sure you've got it right, seek help from a professional. What worked for your best friend, family member, or significant other, might not work for you.
Second, try a variety of workout styles and routines until you find something you find fun. There are SO many options available! You can do group fitness classes, one-on-one training, partner-training, indoor or outdoor programs. There's many different and fantastic types of equipment to use as well; the possibilities are practically endless so don't get stuck on machines!
My third recommendation is to figure out what time of day you like the most for working out. If you have the most energy in the morning, than fit it into your morning schedule so you're able to do your workout at a time that you feel the most positive. If you're a night-hawk, than you want to adjust your schedule and meal times so that your evening workouts fit into your lifestyle and you're eating properly before and after. The best time to exercise, no matter what you read that states otherwise, is the time that you feel you're at your best!
A few other small ways to make sure you enjoy your workouts to the fullest would be to bring an I-Pod or MP3 player with you so you can listen to all of your favorite tunes while you bust into a nice sweat! Also, eat a light carb-based snack approximately 30 minutes before working out to give you some extra energy; this way you can push a little harder and feel great about what you accomplished when you're all done! And make sure you let everyone (your significant other, boss, and children, most of all) know that your gym time is YOUR time. You're not to be bothered or interrupted. It's your time to release some tension, enjoy yourself, and take care of your body!
Let me know if you have any questions about how to make working out the best part of your day. I'm sure I can help you ;)
First, you need to make sure you're doing the RIGHT workouts. Nothing is worse than spending your precious time and energy doing what you think is correct, only to find yourself hitting a plateau and unable to achieve the great results you were hoping for. Finding a routine that is designed to get you where you want to be is crucial! In order to make sure you've got it right, seek help from a professional. What worked for your best friend, family member, or significant other, might not work for you.
Second, try a variety of workout styles and routines until you find something you find fun. There are SO many options available! You can do group fitness classes, one-on-one training, partner-training, indoor or outdoor programs. There's many different and fantastic types of equipment to use as well; the possibilities are practically endless so don't get stuck on machines!
My third recommendation is to figure out what time of day you like the most for working out. If you have the most energy in the morning, than fit it into your morning schedule so you're able to do your workout at a time that you feel the most positive. If you're a night-hawk, than you want to adjust your schedule and meal times so that your evening workouts fit into your lifestyle and you're eating properly before and after. The best time to exercise, no matter what you read that states otherwise, is the time that you feel you're at your best!
A few other small ways to make sure you enjoy your workouts to the fullest would be to bring an I-Pod or MP3 player with you so you can listen to all of your favorite tunes while you bust into a nice sweat! Also, eat a light carb-based snack approximately 30 minutes before working out to give you some extra energy; this way you can push a little harder and feel great about what you accomplished when you're all done! And make sure you let everyone (your significant other, boss, and children, most of all) know that your gym time is YOUR time. You're not to be bothered or interrupted. It's your time to release some tension, enjoy yourself, and take care of your body!
Let me know if you have any questions about how to make working out the best part of your day. I'm sure I can help you ;)
Thursday, April 8
BFIT
So I'm getting ready to teach my next class which is at 6:10pm this evening at the Spa Total Fitness Centre! It's called 'BFit' and is a TON of fun!! It's an interval-based routine; for 3 minutes we do intense cardio drills (kickboxing, plyometrics, athletic drills, etc) and then we follow that with 1 minute of strength (squats, lunges, pushups). There's no equipment in this class, instead I teach you how to use your own body to achieve an unbeatable calorie-burn and fantastic workout.
This class is only $5 for non-members of the Spa, and $2 for members. There's no registration required- just show up with a drink, a great attitude, and get ready to work!!!
This class is only $5 for non-members of the Spa, and $2 for members. There's no registration required- just show up with a drink, a great attitude, and get ready to work!!!
Thursday, April 1
Outdoor Training
The nice weather is definitely upon us and it's at this time that I like to start taking my training outdoors! The fresh air and natural light seems to make every workout more enjoyable and you might find you're even able to push yourself harder on an outdoor program.
It's easy to create outdoor workouts using the land around you for equipment. If you're interested in training, I'd love to show you a dynamic and fun routine outside!
I'm also very pleased to announce that I will be teaching outdoor boot camps starting May 3rd through a company called NGB! These outdoor boot camps will be held at Victoria Park and each boot camp session runs for 8 weeks. For more information and to sign-up, visit nevergoback.ca or message me for details!
It's easy to create outdoor workouts using the land around you for equipment. If you're interested in training, I'd love to show you a dynamic and fun routine outside!
I'm also very pleased to announce that I will be teaching outdoor boot camps starting May 3rd through a company called NGB! These outdoor boot camps will be held at Victoria Park and each boot camp session runs for 8 weeks. For more information and to sign-up, visit nevergoback.ca or message me for details!
Tuesday, March 23
A New Get Fit Program
So for the past two months I've been running a program called 'Get Fit' through the Spa Total Fitness Centre. I wanted to mention the program on my site because it is open to non-members of the Spa too! I've had such great success with it that I wanted you all to know about it :) It's a lot of fun and is less than half the price of regular training, so is great for those who are on a tight budget!
'Get Fit' is a small-group personal training program designed to get you in tune with your body and on your way to being the healthiest you have ever been! It is for groups of 3-8 people and runs twice a week for 4-weeks.
There are 8 sessions in total and in each session we'll focus on fun new cardio routines, proper technique and form for strength training your entire body, and flexibility to promote relaxation and to improve posture. We use lots of interesting equipment, including bosus, medicine balls, agility ladders, and resistance bands! There's also a nutrition component to ensure you're eating properly for optimal success!
The next program is starting in April, so if you're interested in signing-up please message me for details ASAP!
'Get Fit' is a small-group personal training program designed to get you in tune with your body and on your way to being the healthiest you have ever been! It is for groups of 3-8 people and runs twice a week for 4-weeks.
There are 8 sessions in total and in each session we'll focus on fun new cardio routines, proper technique and form for strength training your entire body, and flexibility to promote relaxation and to improve posture. We use lots of interesting equipment, including bosus, medicine balls, agility ladders, and resistance bands! There's also a nutrition component to ensure you're eating properly for optimal success!
The next program is starting in April, so if you're interested in signing-up please message me for details ASAP!
Friday, September 11
Yet Another Note On Breakfast ;)
I have to say that I LOVE when people ask questions or bring up a myth that I haven't yet had the chance to rebut.
Today's topic is inspired by a question posed by one of my readers on the entry I wrote- New Fav Cereal!. The reader mentioned that she'd been told protein was the most important thing to have for breakfast, and that eating carbs would be like eating cake. I can assure you that this is incorrect.
It is a good idea to have protein for breakfast, but carbs are very important to include as well! Carbohydrates are brain food, NOT protein. Protein is mainly used to repair muscle tissue, whereas carbohydrates are our bodies #1 source of energy. It's what's going to get your systems fired up in the morning and give you that energy to stay awake.
Carbohydrates are usually what people start to cut back on when dieting to lose weight, so it's easy to start believing that they make you fat. On the contrary, carbohydrates are a key component to a healthy diet that's also sustainable for weight loss.
Now, there are types of carbohydrates that are not good for you and should be limited in your diet. Foods like white bread, white pasta, pastries, cakes, candies, beer, etc. should not be a part of your regular eating regime. Make sure the carbs you're choosing are not empty calories but are instead rich in vitamins/minerals, made of whole grains, and if you can go for organic- do so.
The truth is that protein, carbs, and fats come in healthy and unhealthy varieties. This is why cutting out all fats, or all carbs, or all proteins, just doesn't work in our favor. Diets that tell you to cut out any of these may work temporarily, but I promise you, I guarantee you, any weight you lose will come back and likely more weight will come with it.
So, unless you have intolerances to mixing certain types of foods together, your best bet for breakfast would be to have a mix of carbs, protein, and fat. Think: a bowl of cereal with some slivered almonds and fruit, or an egg on toast with a fruit salad on the side and a glass of milk.
Let me know if there's anything else you guys want to know :)
Today's topic is inspired by a question posed by one of my readers on the entry I wrote- New Fav Cereal!. The reader mentioned that she'd been told protein was the most important thing to have for breakfast, and that eating carbs would be like eating cake. I can assure you that this is incorrect.
It is a good idea to have protein for breakfast, but carbs are very important to include as well! Carbohydrates are brain food, NOT protein. Protein is mainly used to repair muscle tissue, whereas carbohydrates are our bodies #1 source of energy. It's what's going to get your systems fired up in the morning and give you that energy to stay awake.
Carbohydrates are usually what people start to cut back on when dieting to lose weight, so it's easy to start believing that they make you fat. On the contrary, carbohydrates are a key component to a healthy diet that's also sustainable for weight loss.
Now, there are types of carbohydrates that are not good for you and should be limited in your diet. Foods like white bread, white pasta, pastries, cakes, candies, beer, etc. should not be a part of your regular eating regime. Make sure the carbs you're choosing are not empty calories but are instead rich in vitamins/minerals, made of whole grains, and if you can go for organic- do so.
The truth is that protein, carbs, and fats come in healthy and unhealthy varieties. This is why cutting out all fats, or all carbs, or all proteins, just doesn't work in our favor. Diets that tell you to cut out any of these may work temporarily, but I promise you, I guarantee you, any weight you lose will come back and likely more weight will come with it.
So, unless you have intolerances to mixing certain types of foods together, your best bet for breakfast would be to have a mix of carbs, protein, and fat. Think: a bowl of cereal with some slivered almonds and fruit, or an egg on toast with a fruit salad on the side and a glass of milk.
Let me know if there's anything else you guys want to know :)
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