As athletes, we are always on the lookout for ways to enhance our performance and recovery. While various methods exist, there’s one technique that stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness: cold plunging. Plunging into icy-cold water may seem daunting at first, but it offers a myriad of benefits that can take your athletic prowess…
Golf season is upon us! Golf is a sport that requires a unique combination of physical and mental skills. While many golfers focus on technique and strategy, the physical aspect of the game is just as important. The success of golfers such as Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Jason Day, and Jordan Spieth is evidence that…
Imagine waking up one morning and not being able to open a jar of peanut butter. Or struggling to climb a flight of stairs without getting winded. These are just a few of the challenges that can arise when we neglect our muscles as we age. As we get older, our bodies naturally lose muscle…
Oh, carbs. The macronutrient that everyone seems to love to hate. You hear it all the time, “carbs are bad for you”, “cut out carbs to lose weight”, “carbs are the devil’s food”. But is it really that simple? As a personal trainer, let me tell you the scientific truth about carbs. What is a…
The Shoe Fits… But is it Right for my Workout? “Does it really matter what kind of shoes I wear?” is a question that’s becoming more popular every day. What’s also become increasingly popular is the use of barefoot shoes. But why wear barefoot shoes? What are their benefits? Do shoes even matter that much?…
Why Should we Practice Resistance Training? The idea of implementing resistance training into your workouts is often daunting. Why purposely lift a heavy object and put it back down? Why move one object to a spot, back and forth multiple times? Why put all this effort and energy into a fruitless endeavour? The truth of the…
Sleep plays an important role in muscle growth and strength. Studies have shown that inadequate sleep can reduce muscle strength, endurance, and leave you feeling fatigued. It also causes your body to produce higher levels of cortisol, a hormone that can lead to decreased muscle production and breakdown. Additionally, it can slow the rate at…
Online workout programs have become increasingly popular over the years. In a world where information is available at our fingertips, we ultimately have access to workout programs of all shapes and sizes. Online workout programs are great and have opened the world of exercise to more people than ever before, but are they right for…
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