by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 21, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
Optimal health and fitness isn’t about just being active or just eating healthy. In order to excel in your goals, it’s important that you commit your time and energy to both active living AND healthy eating. The two go hand-in-hand; a poor quality diet...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 19, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
For many people the term ‘cardio’ tends to elicit the thought of someone running; however, there are many ways in which you can improve your cardiovascular fitness that doesn’t involve running. For instance, kickboxing is an incredible activity that...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 16, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
For many people, finding motivation can be a challenge. It all begins with a decision to make a change and it’s up to us to decide how we want to tackle it. If your goal is to eat healthier each day or to exercise more frequently, for instance, find what triggers that...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 14, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
Eccentric training takes place when a muscle is under tension while it is lengthening. For instance, the eccentric phase of a bicep curl is when you are lowering the weight (in a controlled manner). The greatest benefit of eccentric exercise training is the ability to...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 12, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
Are you, or is someone you know, looking for a personal trainer? Are you under the impression that most personal trainers embody drill sergeants? Have no fear; Body & Soul Consultations are here! Come down and see the studio, meet the staff and sit down with one...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 7, 2019 | Club News (Return to Blog)
It’s important to think of your body as a machine. In order to function, it needs fuel. This is especially important after a night of fasting or a long break since your last meal. Without proper fuel your body is unable to perform at its optimal level and you...
