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Featured Recipe: Trio of Hummus

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

Healthy Eating Active Living gives us more great recipes! Hummus is quick and easy to make and can be used as a veggie dip or spread. Bored of your typical hummus? Why not try spicy sweet potato hummus, or vibrant … 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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Chatelaine Article: All-in-one Toning

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

Kathleen in Chatelaine’s March issue. Fewer moves, faster results! Do these four exercises three times a week — and sculpt every single inch. Read More

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Video of the Week: Bicep Curl to Shoulder Press

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

This week’s video is a two-in-one: bicep curl to shoulder press. Kathleen Trotter, Personal Trainer, demonstrates the exercise in this video.

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Featured Recipe: Spicy Sweet Potato Hummus

Posted on February 15, 2012 by

Healthy Eating Active Living shares another great recipe with us. This time it’s Spicy Sweet Potato Hummus. Take typical to intense by adding sweet potato to your hummus. This could be eaten as a side dish, or as a dip … 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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Video of the Week: Strengthen your core with pike on ball

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

This week’s video features a core exercise. This advanced exercise works your abdominals and shoulder muscles. Watch the video.

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Featured Recipe: Vibrant Beet Hummus

Posted on February 8, 2012 by

Healthy Eating Active Living has shared another unique recipe. Make a statement with this bold hummus. Bored of beige? Why not add some beets to your hummus to improve the colour and the nutrition. Get the recipe.

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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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Video of the Week: Strengthen your back with the bent-over row

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Toronto Personal trainer Kathleen Trotter demonstrates a basic strength training exercise for your back. Watch the Video.

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