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Archive for Nutrition and Exercise

Basic Gardening Tips

Basic Gardening Tips

Posted on May 16, 2022
by Curtis Health
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When the pandemic began, I got eager and planted a variety of vegetables, we made gardens, started most of our seeds indoors got busy. Due to where we live between the birds and the deer, they found it all.  We were not successful.  Part of me wants to try again, and part of me says stick with herbs and flowers. For those of you that want to try and do a few easy things here are a few of my tips.

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Getting Outdoors, Nutrition and Exercise
Nutrition Tips

Nutrition Tips

Posted on March 10, 2022
by Curtis Health
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I believe in following an 80/20 rule for my eating. As like most things I think it is important that 80 percent of the time my eating habits are on track with about 20 percent of them for the indulgences or just having one of those days. Here I will offer my best nutritional tips that help me feel my best. If you are wanting to tackle your eating and find out more about calories, and how much of what you should be eating etc. I recommend you make an appointment with a registered nutritionist or dietician in your local area. Our sister company 12 Weeks To Wellness has certified coaches and dieticians that can assist.Nutrition Tips Read More→

Nutrition and Exercise
Stretch Things in Crisis

Making Things Stretch in a Crisis

Posted on November 1, 2021
by Curtis Health
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For most of us in BC this recent flood events have affected us in some way. Maybe you weren’t affected directly, but you have seen the store shelves bare or the lineups at the gas station and you have had to adjust accordingly. As we all sit tight hoping this won’t be long term, I think it is important to be smart and prepare for the unknown of this crisis. Meatless dinners, conserving gas, meal planning, using reusable water bottles are just a few ways you can help things go a little further in your household.  Healthy options crisis Read More→

Nutrition and Exercise
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Back to School Lunches – Keeping it Healthy

Posted on August 18, 2021
by Curtis Health
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It’s hard to believe that in only a few weeks we will be back to the morning school routines. When I hear the PNE ad on the radio, I know that is my cue to start thinking about all things school.  We just made a list of anything else we want to do before summer comes to an end. back to school lunches

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Nutrition and Exercise
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Choosing a Mask for Exercise

Posted on March 26, 2021
by Curtis Health
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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→

Corporate Wellness, Nutrition and Exercise

Healthy Habits To Practice At Home

Posted on November 12, 2020
by Curtis Health
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A nutritious diet and plenty of exercise can undoubtedly promote good health, but what about the daily habits you practice at home? From your everyday routine to getting the proper sleep, there are several things you can do to promote and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. It’s said that good habits begin at home, and this is absolutely true whether it relates to your career, your relationships, or your physical health. Read on to discover some things you can do to start practicing smarter, healthier habits while at home.

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Mind/Body Wellness, Nutrition and Exercise
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Tips for Your Child’s Return to School

Posted on September 16, 2020
by Curtis Health
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With the start of the school year, like many others, you are probably feeling some different emotions as your children return to the classroom.  As a mother, I will put my hand up first to say, I have a lot of mixed emotions and quite a few questions.  And as a health and fitness professional, the questions that first come to my mind are: Read More→

Mind/Body Wellness, Nutrition and Exercise
Easy, Nutritious Grilled Vegetables

Easy, Nutritious Grilled Vegetables

Posted on April 24, 2020
by Nancy Coles, RHN
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Easy, Nutritious Grilled Vegetables

 

Some folks will come out of self-isolation as great cooks, others will be relieved to have restaurants open again. Coming up with yet another nutritious meal can seem overwhelming, especially when a quick shop for that missing ingredient is not as convenient as it once was. Read More→

Nutrition and Exercise, Recipes

Strive for 5 During Covid-19

Posted on March 20, 2020
by Curtis Health
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Exercise

Go for a run, take a bike ride, create a backyard circuit, climb the stairs, or do some yoga. Stuck indoors? Then live stream an exercise class. If you do not have weights, use your body weight to continue building strength. Read More→

Getting Outdoors, Mind/Body Wellness, Nutrition and Exercise

High Cortisol & Abdominal Fat?

Posted on March 11, 2020
by Nancy Coles, RHN
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If you have difficulty managing your waistline no matter how much exercise you do, the answer could be with balancing your cortisol, not increasing your workouts.Cortisol is a hormone related to stress that specifically targets the fat cells in the abdominal area. Constant stress produces chronic levels of cortisol, and this could be the very reason that you continue to battle your waistline. Read More→

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