Category Archives: Column

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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Globe & Mail Article: My back is sore from breastfeeding. How can I strengthen it?

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

THE QUESTION: I am a new mom and I don’t have time to work out right now. My upper back is sore from breast feeding and carrying my daughter around. Could you suggest some strength training and stretching that I … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: How do I train for a 10K race?

Posted on February 20, 2012 by

The question: I’m training for a 10-kilometre race. Every week I run one three-km run, three five-km runs and one long run that progressively increases from six to 12 km. All of my runs are at the same pace. Am … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: Is it safe to work out while pregnant?

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

THE QUESTION: I am pregnant and I want to work out. Can you give me some guidelines? THE ANSWER: Before you start any exercise routine, make sure your doctor has given you the “all clear.” Your exercise routine prior to … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: How do I minimize pronation when I run?

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

The question: My feet pronate when I run. What can I do? The answer: The ankle should primarily be a hinge joint that brings your toes toward and then away from your shin. During pronation, the foot points out to … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: What are the different kinds of muscular training?

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

The Question: In a previous column, you mentioned “endurance” training, “strength and hypertrophy” training and “power” weight training. What do those terms mean? The Answer: Muscular endurance is the ability of a muscle to repeatedly exert force over a period … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: How can I strengthen my glutes for running?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

The question: While training for a marathon I developed some back pain. My doctor told me my glutes are not strong and I need to strengthen them. The pain is because my back is compensating. Can you suggest some exercises? … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: What can I do about flabby arms?

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

The question: I desperately need help with my arms – they look like cottage cheese. Can you suggest any exercises I should be doing? The answer: Try the circuit outlined below. Do all three exercises back to back with no … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: Chained to a desk all day? Here’s how to ease the tension

Posted on January 1, 2012 by

The question: I spend all day at my computer, which leaves my upper back and shoulders sore. I try to sit up straight, but I end up hunching. Are there exercises I can do while working to make me feel … Continue reading →

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Globe & Mail Article: How does a former runner get back on track?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

The question: I used to be a sprinter in high school. I am now 43 and haven’t exercised regularly since then. I would like to start running, but don’t want to hurt myself. How do you suggest I get back … Continue reading →

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