Staying fit isn’t always easy. Many of us spend most of our day behind a desk and in front of a computer. Fortunately, some technology is actually helping us get fitter, eat right, and exercise more.
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As a PTA and Trained STOTT Pilates® Instructor, Kaitlin Chastney sees a lot of Physiotherapy clients who are nearing the end of the manual therapy component of their treatment and starting the progression to an exercise program such as Pilates. (more…)

Pilates for sport conditioning is a growing trend – but not a new one. Sport conditioning played a central role in the early evolution of Pilates. Today it is used by amateur and professional athletes alike for its physical and mental benefits.
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TRX stands for Total Resistance eXercise. It is a form of suspension bodyweight training, meaning it uses your own bodyweight and gravity to build strength, increase balance and flexibility and deliver a full body, calorie-burning workout. (more…)

Yoga classes are a great way to improve your physical and mental health. Some of the more elaborate yoga poses may seem impossible to master at first, but if you attend yoga classes regularly you’ll be surprised how quickly you will master them. (more…)

​Pilates helps increase flexibility, balance, mobility, and coordination. It can build strength, decrease back pain, strengthen your core, prevent injury, decrease body fat, and increase cardiovascular health. (more…)

Yoga offers endless health benefits. Studies show that routine yoga practice reduces stress, improves flexibility and range of motion, increases strength, and reduces the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. (more…)

As a mother of a 4 & 2 year old I know firsthand how difficult it is to take time to exercise, eat healthy, and find time for extra sleep. I struggle to find a balance just as much as everyone else, but finding that balance can make a world of difference. (more…)

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Mindfulness is popping up in the news. There was an article not too long ago in the Hamilton Spectator about meditation in the classroom. (more…)