Archive for August 2018
Five Reasons You Should Join Group Exercise Classes
Need that extra push to join a group exercise class? Here are five reasons why you should start participating in action-packed classes filled with warm smiles, great tunes, and an inspirational instructor! Strengthen your heart and lungs Cardiovascular exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues, helping the overall circulation of blood through your heart…
Read MoreFive Reasons Why You Should Invest in a Personal Trainer
Personal trainers are caring and come from all different backgrounds of experience. Some might specialize in fitness goals such as weight loss or injury rehabilitation. Personal trainers are adaptable and will utilize their network of fitness and health experts to ensure you get the results you are looking for. Most personal trainers will offer a…
Read MoreEating Clean On A Budget
By:Tosca Reno Many think Eating Clean is expensive.Somehow the concept of eating fresh, wholesome foods conjures up the idea that it is going to cost more and that the added expense will interfere with your budgetary bottom line. Many of us have suffered plenty of financial strain lately so it should make you sigh with…
Read MoreBrush up on nutrition habits
(NC)—Canadians practice bad habits on a daily basis. Often, these habits have been so ingrained into our routines that we rarely think twice about what we’re actually doing and how it affects our health. Dr. Janet Tamo, a consulting dentist for Crest and Oral-B, along with registered dietician, Christine Asik, teamed up recently to discuss…
Read MoreA Spring Clean for Your Workout
By Claudiu Popa, PTS, OAS Seasonal changes bring with them the opportunity for different exercises and exciting new sets of activities. Whether you’re approaching an exercise plateau or are just about done with a particular workout plan, a seasonal transition is an opportunity to celebrate new routines and revisit old favorites, whether they are particular…
Read MoreMeet our Members: Trish Adams
Why did you choose canfitpro? In order to certify as a fitness professional being recognized across Canada What is your “why”. Why have you chosen this profession? I am an older adult with a professional dance background. In order to keep fit I started group training classes at which time I realized I could help…
Read MoreMeet our Members: Trevor Nethery
Why did you choose canfitpro? It seemed like the best choice for a personal training certification in Canada. What is your “why”. Why have you chosen this profession? College was 18 months in a basement apartment with no windows, alone, in Toronto, with few friends. Needless to say, I was extremely depressed coming out of…
Read MoreMeet our Members: Tanya Otterstein-Liehs
Why did you choose canfitpro? Number One – because Can-Fit Pro is Canadian, and because it is well recognized and a highly credible organization. What is your “why”. Why have you chosen this profession? To help busy, moms with preteen to teenage kids unlock & unleash the crucial tools inside of them to become EMPOWERED…
Read MoreMeet our Members: Tammy Slauenwhite
Why did you choose canfitpro? In 1999, I took a course at the YMCA for Individual Conditioning. The teacher recommended I look into becoming a canfitpro PTS. I took his advice, and the path was set. Here I am today, a canfitpro PRO TRAINER, operating my fitness business full time. What is your “why”. Why…
Read MoreMeet our Members: Tameika Gentles
canfitpro Member Story – Tameika Gentles After losing 100lbs, Tameika decided it was time to get certified with canfitpro and help people, promoting a message around healthy, sustainable, and balanced living. Here’s what Tameika says about her journey: Why did you choose canfitpro? I chose canfitpro because they’re the leading player in fitness education and…
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