5 Things NOT to Do (Playground workout)

Sev and I needed to get the ants out of our pants. It’s a long weekend here in Canada and the traffic into the big box gym here in Kelowna was too much to bear, so we headed to the playground. While playground workouts are fantastic, there are a few things you shouldn’t do: 1) … Continued

Kick your stress and your belly fat AWAY!

  Here’s a fun workout from our buddy Dani Woodrum – kickboxing and fat loss expert.  Nothing beats a great kickboxing or boxing workout for smashing both stress AND calories! Dani’s workouts are based on density training principles so that you’ll not only train efficiently with short, intense workouts under 30 minutes you’ll always be … Continued

Tropical Salad with Teriyaki Chicken

This salad is fun and full of flavor, made with nutrient-packed microgreens, sweet mango, tender teriyaki chicken and guilt-free onion rings. Eat this and give your body the protein it needs as well as a healthy serving of fiber. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need… 4 organic, free-range chicken breasts 1/4 cup Organicville Island Teriyaki … Continued

One Pot Chicken and Veggie Dinner

Cooking a healthy dinner at home does not have to be complicated or take lots of time. This simple recipe for chicken tenders and veggies will only take you about 30 minutes from start to finish. Meals that are rich in protein and fiber and low in carbs, like this one, will help you build … Continued

Forward Head Posture – A Pain in the Neck!

One of the most common muscle problems I see with men and women alike, is SUPER tight neck muscles.  Shoulders and neck muscles are like tightly banded cords, leading to headaches, shoulder pain, pins and needles in the arms and other uncomfortable symptoms. In most people this has to do with modern lifestyles and activities … Continued

What’s YOUR Motivation?

Sometimes you just need the right motivation and you’d be surprised what you can accomplish… Here’s a little story: I figured in the heat of summer it was time that Sev learned how to swim. His first lesson saw him sitting dry on the shore, he barely got his belly wet. He’s not a ‘fetcher’ … Continued

Q & A – On Swimming, Jumping and Interval Timers

If you have questions – then we’re here to help answer them! Margaret asked:  “I’m just getting started on your basic program and am working with a trainer, Tom.   I love your program and all the support. I’m 61 and pretty fit but dealing with the creeping fat of “muffin tops”. I have a few questions: … Continued

Adventure? Train for It

Adventure… This summer started with the luge. Here in Calgary, we have a luge and bobsled track that was used for the 1988 Olympics. It’s still a big training center for the sport. It sounded like it would be pretty daring. Well, it was a bit of a ‘dare-fail’. We had a great time, but … Continued

BEST ‘Shape Your Butt’ Exercise

Guest Post Best “Butt Shaping” Exercise Ever  By Kate Vidulich Many people consider their butt a problem area… go overboard relentlessly attack it every time they hit the gym. But when it comes to shaping your glutes…

It’s not all about doing a gazillion squats and deadlifts. With the right exercises, anyone can have a good-looking, … Continued

Cauliflower, Kale and Chicken Sausage Bake

Here’s a recipe that tastes like comfort food, but without the guilt. Kale is a nutritional powerhouse, filled with calcium, and numerous vitamins and minerals. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need: 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 cups kale, chopped dash of salt and pepper Pinch of each, … Continued