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Have you fallen behind on your New Year’s resolution to lose weight or get fit? Whether you have reached a plateau with your progress or have simply lost interest in going to the gym, springtime may present great opportunities to clean up your fitness routine for better results. 1. Invest in The Right Gear Many…

You’ve made the resolution, now here’s how to follow through with it! 1. Let go of the past. Don’t dwell on what has gone wrong with your fitness routine in the past. The past is the past, and there is not any value in looking backwards when it comes to establishing a new plan for…

It’s that time of year, holiday parties, family get togethers, food, food, and more food! From stuffing and pumpkin pie and sugar cookies,the seasonal temptations are endless. If that’s not enough, we also get surrounded by “food pushers”. Food pushers range from well-intentioned loved ones to total diet saboteurs.Regardless of their motivation, it’s important to…

Don’t be fooled by the “healthy foods” out there.   Read on for few examples: Trail Mix Nuts and dried fruit trail mix is obviously a healthy choice, right? Wrong! While plain, natural mixes of unsalted nuts and unsweetened dried fruits can make for a good portion-controlled, high-energy snack, many mixes throw in chocolate chips, loads of salt, and added…

You know you need protein, but do you really know how much? Protein is an essential need when it comes to building muscle, maintaining muscle and building strength, but if your diet is falling short on protein, you could be left weak and flat with little muscle gains. Read these four signs that your diet…

Symptoms to look out for and understand so you don’t get discouraged. March 4th, Clint & I officially began our 31-day shred in order to lose our excess weight and get in the best shape ever for our upcoming Mexico vacation. After letting ourselves slip for over 2 months it was time to get back…

Well, if we’re talking spare tires, muffin tops, or that last bit of pooch covering your six-pack, then you’re S.O.L. That sort of chub (i.e., the kind you can see and pinch) is called “subcutaneous” fat, and you can’t “spot-reduce” problem areas. Instead, you need keep exercising hard and eating right to reduce overall body…

Registered massage therapy can be a life changer for people who deal with various conditions such as back pain, stress, anxiety, arthritis and pregnancy aches and pains. These treatments are covered by most extended health insurance programs yet only a small percentage of eligible individuals actually take advantage of claiming their extended health benefits. Survey…

Knowing When to Ignore the Scale The scale can be a valuable tool in any weight-loss journey. It can tell you where you started and help you track your progress. It’s the tool people use most as a measure of success–or failure.   I still weigh myself every morning and keep track in a journal.…

November is here and that means the best of Better Body Exchange is coming! Your next BBE will be Best of 2018. It all starts Saturday, November 17th. We’re looking for your input on your favourite exercise so check out the downloadable document below and then email your request to Clint clint@elitetrainingfacility.ca. ****Add 2018 Better Body Exchange Exercises…