Movement
Return to Running Post-Injury
Many of our clients who love to run feel frustrated when they can’t. They love the convenience, low cost, and high reward running gives them. Our clients sometimes get injured and need to hit the pause on running. Many clients are in that limbo of finishing rehab but not ready for their usual running routine. They have tried running 5 km and it is just not working. They…
Read MoreCelebrating Cultural Diversity for Development
“We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their color.” – Maya Angelou May 21 is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. In December 2002, the United Nations sanctioned this date…
Read MorePower Walking – The Forgotten Workout
Outdoor classes are currently a huge trend that many anticipate are here to stay. Power walking can be an excellent cardiovascular activity to incorporate into your programming. It can be included as part of your outdoor circuit classes (or on a treadmill), taught as a class of its own, or instructed to your runner clients who take walking breaks and do not want to lose precious…
Read MoreFive Spring Outdoor Workout Ideas
It is time to get outside. Moving your body in nature (even if your “nature” is mostly cars and concrete) is essential for your mental and physical health! As I always tell my clients, “The worse your mood, the more important the workout” and, “Blah, blah, blah. GO WORK OUT!” The only workout you ever regret is the one you do not do, and do not give yourself the opportunity to think your way out…
Read MoreMusic for Online Workouts and Classes
CANFITPRO PARTNERS WITH LEADING MUSIC COMPANIES TO BRING YOU ROYALTY-FREE MUSIC FOR FREE As fitness professionals, music is essential to us. Killer beats and favourite jams can have performance-boosting effects, can energize, inspire; and can keep us going during a grueling workout. So, we purchase and consume music at a fast rate. The world of…
Read MoreThe Trainers Guide to Off-Season Nutrition
Whether your clients are weekend warriors or professional athletes, or perhaps you are a coach or parent of an aspiring pro, something you all have in common is that you know that sports nutrition and fueling properly is important for overall health and performance. Something else you and your clients all have in common right now? A change in training and…
Read MoreStrong Feet and Ankles for Better Running
“Strong feet” may not be the “sexiest” of fitness goals, but it is an important one, nonetheless. I resisted intentionally strengthening my feet and ankles for years. I thought, “I don’t need to devote dedicated time to lifting my toes, balancing on one leg, etc .… That part of my body will just get strong…
Read MoreVirtual Schooling: More Movement for Classroom Success
Before COVID-19, kids were in front of a screen for an average of 7.5 hours a day, negatively affecting their mental and physical health. Researchers found higher rates of depression, aggression, and reduced interpersonal skills. Veteran teachers were reporting rising levels of misbehavior. And children were more sedentary and weaker than they have ever been. Study after study has found that…
Read MorePurposeful Pandemic Warm-ups
Today, I was reminded why “60% of the time” warm-ups “work every time” (Ron Burgundy). Today, I woke up from a caffeine nap (drink the coffee and nap for 20 minutes while the caffeine kicks in), walked straight downstairs, chugged a cup of water, strapped on my boots and bolted straight out the door; in…
Read More5 Ways to Keep Cardio Workouts Interesting
Do you thrive in the cardio lane? You don’t have to become a soccer player if you hate team sports and running. I am absolutely a believer in finding activities that you enjoy—or at least activities you don’t despise. The benefits of any workout are moot if you can’t actually make yourself do the activity.…BUT,…
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