About Me
- Q&A Part 1
- Q&A Part 2
- Now that I’m 22…
- 5 random things about me
- My first day of work
- Working towards my Fitness Instructor Specialist certification
- Working towards my Nutrition & Wellness Specialist certification
- My ABC’s – A bunch of random facts about yours truly
- More ABCs
- Looking back at 23
- Thoughts on balance… and why I’ve decided to blog 3 times per week
About Fitness, Group Cycling, and RPM
- What’s the difference between freestyle and RPM spin classes?
- A group cycling trend on the horizon
- The best of the best: My experience at the 2010 Can Fit Pro Toronto fitness conference
- Cues and shoes: An explanation of common spinning cues and the benefits of spinning shoes
- Roll it out: What is a foam roller, how to use it, and why you should
- Progression to pull-ups: How I’m learning to do a real, unassisted pull up
- Drop sets: An explanation of what they are and types of exercise that are well-suited for them
- Kettlebells 101: What they are, why they’re fabulous, and how to use them
- Feeling the burn without burning out: How to avoid overtraining
- TR-What? All about TRX Training
- Moksha vs Bikram – what’s the difference?
- Death by Desk Chair? A look at studies and implications of sitting for hours on end… and what we can do to keep active throughout the day.
About Running
- Running Tips Part 1: Treadmill Running
- Running Tips Part 2: Training Plan Basics
- Running Tips Part 3: Building a Training Plan
- Running Tips Part 4: Cross Training and Tapering
- Running Tips Part 5: Gear for Race Day
- Running Tips Part 6: Advice for Race Day
- Packing for a Half Marathon Away from Home
- Reflections on Recovery – a post about my experience on overcoming an injury that put my running on hold for 10 weeks.
- Race Recap: Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon Part 1
- Race Recap: Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon Part 2
About Goal Setting and Time Management
- Goal Setting Part 1: Figuring out what you really want
- Goal Setting Part 2: SMART goals and a little inspiration from Lululemon
- Arts & Crafts Extravaganza: My vision board
- Making the most of the weekend
- Goal Setting: Vision Board for 2011
- Goals: How NOT to fall off the wagon – Part 1
- Goals: How NOT to fall off the wagon – Part 2
- New Years = New Goals, but how do I set them? Part 1
- New Years = New Goals, but how do I set them? Part II
- 2012: Make Every Minute Count! My 2012 vision board and goals for the year
Monthly Goal Check-Ins
- January Goal Check-In
- February Goal Check-In
- March Goal Check-In
- April Goal Check-In
- May Goal Check-In
- June Goal Check-In
- July Goal Check-In
- August Goal Check-In
- September Goal Check-In
- October Goal Check-In
- November Goal Check-In
- December Goal Check-In/2011 Goals in Review
- January 2012 Goal Check-In
- February 2012 Goal Check-In
- March 2012 Goal Check-In
- April 2012 Goal Check-In
- May 2012 Goal Check-In
- June 2012 Goal Check-In
- July 2012 Goal Check-In
About Nutrition and Wellness
- Confessions of a former fat-o-phobe: A post on healthy fats
- Nutrition Analysis 101 – How I calculate the stats for my recipes
- Healthy on-the-go lunch ideas
- Pre-workout fueling
- Post-workout fueling
- Xanthan Gum 101
- A post about protein powders: Different types and why it matters
- Tips for healthy eating at work
- Sloooooowing down: Tips for mindful eating
- Healthy eating over the winter holidays
- How to choose a healthy cereal
- Raising the Bar: What to look for in a healthy snack/protein bar
- Smoothie Ingredient Q&A
- Tips for healthy eating in university
- Herbs, Sauces and Spices: Which ones go together?
- What I learned from Whole Foods to Thrive and The Thrive in 30 Challenge – Part 1 and Part 2
- How to avoid hitting the mid-afternoon energy wall
- Tips for becoming a morning person
- What I learned about raw foods – Part 1 and Part 2
- Book Review: Savor by Thich Nhat Hahn and Dr. Lilian Cheung
- Book Review: Eating Mindfully by Dr. Susan Albers
- Reader’s Request: Portion Control
- Hey there, how’s your thyroid? A post about what exactly this guy’s role is in your body, and why you should eat sea veggies!
- Reader’s Request: What is “the best” diet?
- How to make green juice with a Vitamix and a pair of tights
Spotlight on Spring Produce Series:
About Saving Money on Groceries:
Travel Posts
Milan, Italy – December 2012
- Part 1: How I spent Christmas
- Part 2: The sights
- Part 3: Venturing out of the city
- Part 4: Shops and Giraffes
Melbourne, Australia – April 2012
- Part 1: The Beginning
- Part 2: Beachy Keen
- Part 3: Sightseeing in the City
- Part 4: High Tea and Hens Night
- Part 5: The Wedding
Vancouver, BC – August 2012