Category Archives: Training News
Results Matter
February 15, 2012 A question that was asked in the gym yesterday prompted some reflection. The question asked me yesterday was "Do I see a lot of changes with people training here – strength, health issues, etc?" As I think …
Push/Pull – Are We There Yet?
Sled Training – What, Why?? Feb 3, 2012 Pushing and Dragging – what kind of workout is that you ask? One of the best is the answer. Sled training has very quickly become not only a fun workout, but also …
Benefits of Exercise and Recipes
January 24, 2012 Today's blog post is a collection of interesting articles/videos and recipes. First up is a great little video about the benefits of exercise. I was interested in what Dr. Evans had to say, but the video …
Personal Trainers – More than Gym Rats, but not quite Hairdressers!
January 11, 2012 At Victoria Wellness, we as trainers, are very fortunate to have such an committed and dedicated group of clients that come prepared to put forth their best efforts each and every time they come to train. Our …
What I Learned in 2011
Monday February 14, 2011 I started working at Victoria Wellness as a personal trainer. Fitting that I started on Valentine's day because it quickly became the first job that I knew I really loved. I also quickly realized I was …
Is It Survivor Time or Christmas?
December 6, 2011 With the Xmas season fast approaching, there are a lot of demands on our time and pressures mount as the Xmas party season hits full speed. This newsletter is just a few hints to help …
Single Leg Training – A Must Do – No Excuses
Single Leg Training – A Must Do – No Excuses
A question that often comes up is the need for single leg work. Years ago, it was thought that squats and deadlifts were all there were needed to keep the body strong and for the athletic community, all that were needed to build strength and power. Strength training has primarily been on two limbs and in the sagittal plane (moving front to back). With the increased knowledge in how our bodies work and how the muscular system functions, training methods have also changed. It is now known that single leg training is of great benefit and involves working more muscles resulting is greater strength and stability. Single leg training should be included in everybody’s fitness program.
Staying Current
Nov, 9, 2011 Today's blog post brings forward a couple of interesting articles that I have come across in my travels. One aspect of fitness/strength training that keeps me motivated and excited, is the constant learning. As the knowledge of …
Hints to Incorporate Fitness & Increase Results
Hints to Incorporate Fitness & Increase Results
What are you doing to ensure that you are getting in your exercise every day? Yes, I do mean every day. For our clients at VWP who are attending their workouts 2-3 times per week, congratulations! But, what are you doing the other days? It is important to be getting some form of exercise every day. It doesn’t have to be hour long workouts. It can be as little as 15 minutes.
Remember, as well, that not all your workouts need to be in a gym. There are plenty of ways to get in extra exercise by just putting some thought into your day. Where can you make life just a little more work and to a point, less efficient.
11 Tips To Fitness Success
Making lifestyle changes or embarking on a new fitness program is challenging and can be overwhelming. Which may explain why so many try, but the success rate does not always measure up. With some well planned strategies to help you …