Category Archives: Exercises You Can Try

Video of the Week: Alternating Fly on Ball

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

Kathleen Trotter, personal trainer in Toronto, demonstrates a full-body workout: the Alternating Fly on the Ball. Watch the video here.

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Globe Column: Exercises before long walks

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

The question: I walk for 45 minutes three times a week. Are there flexibility and mobility exercises I should be doing before my walks? The answer: You should be doing dynamic mobility exercises before your workout and static stretches afterward. … Continue reading →

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How can I work out with bad knees?

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

THE QUESTION: I used to be an endurance runner, but now I am out of shape and since I have bad knees I can no longer run. Can you suggest a workout plan? THE ANSWER: Try water workouts. As a … Continue reading →

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Chatelaine Article: Sculpt Every Inch

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

Do our ball exercises three times a week, and you’ll see more definition in as little as four weeks! Bonus: Add 20 minutes of cardio for even better results. Read the Article

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Globe & Mail Article: How should I prepare for my first triathlon?

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

The question: I am a 40-year-old woman. In four months, I’m racing in my first triathlon (750-metre swim, 30-kilometre bike, five-kilometre run). How should I train? Currently I run 30 minutes, three times a week. The answer: I suggest dividing … Continue reading →

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Video of the Week: How to do a lunge

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

Toronto Personal Trainer Kathleen Trotter demonstrates correct form for doing lunges. Watch the video.  

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Globe & Mail Article: How can I work my core muscles while pregnant?

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

The question: You recently wrote that pregnant women should do core exercises, but not on their backs. How can I work my core and not lie on my back? I am used to doing crunches. The answer: The term “core” … Continue reading →

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Video of the Week: Take a deep breath: bicep curls

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

Toronto Personal Trainer Kathleen Trotter demonstrates a standing bicep curl. Watch the Video.

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Fitness Republic Article: Pilates Made Simple

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

Check out Kathleen’s latest article in Fitness Republic. Curious about Pilates but don’t have the time or money to go to a group class? Try incorporating the routine below into your workouts twice a week. Read More.

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Globe & Mail Article: What can I do to avoid hunched shoulders?

Posted on March 6, 2012 by

The question: I see so many people hunched over with bad posture. What can I do so I don’t end up like this? The answer: You need to stretch out your chest muscles and strengthen your upper back muscles. Tight … Continue reading →

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