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“Just eat a couple Big Mac’s.” You’d be surprised at how many times I’ve actually been told that in response to my desire to gain weight! But as someone who is passionate about good nutrition (not to mention works in an office of Dietitians) I know that’s not the best way to go about it. Weight gain requires eating calorie-rich but also nutrient rich foods. Initially I was afraid of the sheer volume I was going to have to eat to reach the calorie goal Kelsey determined for me … [Read more...]
It's that time of year! Spring is (hopefully) creeping up on us, and many endurance athletes, both those new to the sport and veterans are kicking up their training programs into high gear for the first races of the season. Endurance sports such as marathons, triathlons, cycling etc... require many hours and kilometers on the road, in the pool, on the bike, and in the gym. Energy is key when training for long distances, there is no use trying to run 15km+ no matter how fit you are if … [Read more...]
As a culture we've become obsessed with food. It has become a vehicle not only for nutrition but to create community, to explore different cultures, and also to satisfy emotional cues. We have begun identifying ourselves by what we consume as opposed to who we are. We fall in line with a labels like Paleo, Veganism, Foodies, sugar fiends, and salt fiends to name a few and all of a sudden it becomes a self fulfilling prophecy that we crave these foods and experiences and tastes. We defend … [Read more...]
Healthy can be tasty too! Here's a great recipe for strawberry mint sorbet that we tried around the studio. You'll need: 1 pound frozen strawberries, thawed at room temperature for 20 minutes 1/4 cup minced mint leaves 1/4 cup of unrefined cane sugar or honey 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 3-4 drops of food-grade peppermint essential oil Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Transfer to the freezer, if not serving immediately, … [Read more...]
While traveling for work or holiday, eating out can be expensive and unhealthy! Here are a few ideas you can try with a little planning the next time you’re going away: If you are staying somewhere with a kitchen make sure they have basics like dishes and utensils. If it’s a basic hotel/motel a few things to take along to help you out would be Eating utensils Electric kettle Plate & bowl A small crockpot A cooler Check to see if there is a microwave in the room … [Read more...]
Time to nip this one in the butt! I've been asked questions similar to this one quite a few times around the holiday season: Is it ok if I drink over the weekends or party when I want to lose weight? I usually follow this with a slight smirk when I deliver the news that it's not. While a glass of wine has been shown to contain a wealth of antioxidants and increase "good cholesterol" (High Density Lipoproteins or HDL) it dosen't mean that multiple glasses is better! Note the following: … [Read more...]
When you have the knowledge, but lack the power to use it It was suggested a while ago that maybe I should talk to a dietician during this 90 day challenge, in order to help me with my eating. Great idea in theory, but the truth is, I know what I should eat. I know how much I should eat. The issue is making that happen. I was a bit dismissive of the suggestion, but when Robin Anderson from Revive Wellness suggested we just have a conversation on the phone, I was totally open to it. Robin … [Read more...]
According to the World Cancer Research Fund, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men and the 6th most common cancer overall. Your diet and exercise choices can play a large role in these statistics. Here, Revive Wellness and Blitz Conditioning show you how. Nutrition It is important to look at the quality of the research studies completed before we can make bold statements about what we should and shouldn’t eat. While more research needs to be done, the evidence is strong … [Read more...]
I get asked so often by clients about what they should be eating in order to maximize the benefits of their workouts. When it comes to a training plan and seeing results what you are putting in your body is more than half of the equation. This all starts when you hit the grocery store- which in and of itself can be a daunting place. I’ve decided to put together a series of blogs on a couple rules of thumb that I have come to follow when I am at the grocery store each week, that contribute to … [Read more...]
Kelsey, (Dietitian at Revive Wellness and avid athlete) sums up the keys to sport success in the following formula: You need good (if not great) nutrition, strong training and adequate sleep if you want that competitive edge. These 3 components work synergistically to allow your body to achieve its goals. Tailored training is needed to help grow your muscles and take your body to the next level. The trainers at Blitz are experts in this area and can show you how to maximize your … [Read more...]
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