As we continue in this pandemic it is so important right now that we are ensuring we are taking care of ourselves as well as checking in on our friends and families.
Here are my top 5 ways that I find help me take care of me. Read More→
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It’s a Marathon, we are in the home stretch!
Have any of you ever run a half marathon, marathon, or even an ultra-marathon? If you haven’t let me assure you it is what we are physically, mentally, and emotionally in. In 2007, I ran my first and most likely my last marathon. Read More→
As we all know by now, the landscape of corporate fitness and wellness programming has changed to a model that most experts agree is here to stay. So how do you pivot and provide strategies that will keep your teams happy and cared for? Let’s dive in.
Workplace health and wellness will top the list of what potential employees are looking for. Read More→
I must admit, it may seem a bit strange, at least my mother-in-law thinks so as I get excited to organize, clean, and purge. I can’t stand clutter and I want to know where everything is. I find between the months of January to April it’s a great time to get a head start on spring cleaning as let’s face it, summer screams beach. Our social lives are not as lively right now, so why not tackle the house and get it in tip-top shape.
We have all become very adaptable throughout the COVID-19 pandemic by wearing masks, including while exercising at your workplace fitness centre.
While we are not training you for the Olympics, we are still staying on top of the latest information on high-intensity exercise. According to an article published March 9, 2021; the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, recommends that you SHOULD wear a mask while exercising indoors, even during high-intensity training. The article states that performance is not affected by wearing a mask during exercise. Read More→
Across BC, all students young and old will get a full two-week break. This year might once again look different as we enter into our second spring break pandemic. However, we must look on the bright side as it should surely better than last as we are able to get out a bit more. Not sure what to do? We already got ours planned, see below for some of my families safe planned Spring Break activities. Read More→
March 8th marks the date to celebrate women. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Read More→
February marks not only the month of love but something even bigger it’s Black History Month. For 2021 the theme is, “The Future Is Now.”
“The Future is Now” is a chance to celebrate and acknowledge the transformative work that Black Canadians and their communities are doing now. For the month of February, there are many activities and resources that you can tap into to learn more. Check out the Government of Canada’s website to learn more about Black History Month. There you can find out past and present people that have helped shape and change our country. Let us do our part to bring change, to recognize, love, and stop hate.
My husband’s grandparents immigrated from Jamaica to Canada. We have three children, I want to ensure they are educated about their heritage. This week I said three words to my 6-year-old son, Black History Month. The questions came one after the other. I knew it was my time to do my part by educating myself more so that I can educate him better. Let’s do our part together to make this world a better and equal place. This month I will read, “Roots: The Saga of the American Family” by Alex Hayley.
A few other recommended reads are:
Frying Plantain by Zalinka Reid-Bente
A Promised Land by Barack Obama
The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas
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MaryAnna Robbins CSEP-CPT, OFC RHEP – Group Exercise, Resistance Trainer, Yoga Fitness, Pilates Mat Fitness
Word has it that we will continue to keep cosy with our own household, but that sure can’t stop you from making Valentine’s Day and the whole month full of warmth and love.
Here are my top 5 for making this Valentine’s Day one to remember. As always I do hope you ensure to make every day love day. Read More→
It’s January 28th and though you may not have set goals on January 1st, it is never too late to write down a few goals that you want to accomplish this year in 2021. Never set goals before? No worries it is simple and easy to do. Read More→
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