Taking Care of YOU

It is easy to discount the importance of making time for you with the daily grind, or to become blinded by the perception that it is selfish.  In fact, we are so caught up in the to-do’s and unrealistic pressures from society to do it all, that it is easy to lose sight of taking care or ourselves. […]

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#OurInspiration : Joanna Marie Nicholson

The more we learn about Joanna, the more we are in awe over everything she has done and continues to achieve. She fearlessly embraces new challenges with a smile – a lesson to all of us that anything is possible with a strong mindset. Joanna, you are #OurInspiration! Age: 31 Occupation: Communications Manager Preferred Exercise: While I […]

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#SuperfoodSunday : Celebrating the Avocado

Avocados seem to be the fruit (yes, fruit!) that people either love or love to hate.  However, this versatile fruit has a wealth of nutritional and health benefits, and an endless amount of ways to incorporate it into your diet.   The key to enjoying avocado is consuming it at its peak ripeness.  When purchasing avocados, look for […]

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#OurInspiration : Ashley Massey

Healthy lifestyles develop and evolve over months and years, and can be different depending on what stage you are at in life. Our Inspiration, Ashley Massey, is a working mom and half-marathon runner whose active lifestyle and clean eating habits are constantly adapting to keep her and her family healthy and on the move.   Age: 34 […]

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#OurInspiration : Caroline Macdonell

We have known Caroline for so long that she is more than a friend – she is a part of the Clean Workout family. She is known to face obstacles head on with incredible fearlessness, strength and maturity. For that she truly is “Our Inspiration.”   Age: 28 Occupation: Elementary Teacher Preferred Exercise: Aerobic Weight […]

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#OurInspiration : Adam Harrison

There is no better way to launch “Our Inspiration” section than by featuring our good friend, Adam Harrison.   Age: 27 Occupation: Creative & Marketing Specialist Preferred Exercise: Running, Soccer, Weight Training “Necessary Evil” Exercise: Dead lifts, lateral rows, horizontal leg press, weighted box steps, arm extensions… Some days they all feel like necessary evils! Favourite Sports Team: Manchester United […]

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Focus

For some, the gym can be the scariest place on earth. It goes beyond carving out time in an already busy schedule, or overcoming the effects of too little sleep. For those struggling to meet their health goals, going to the gym and being surrounded by people more “fit” than you can be a sensory assault and a reminder […]

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35 Years of Inspiration

The Terry Fox Run is just around the corner! On Sunday September 20th, 2015, I encourage everyone to walk, run, jog, or crawl in support of cancer research in true Canadian tradition. There is no entry fee and no minimum donation, so please give what you can to this great cause. For more information and to […]

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