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Book review: Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung (@drjasonfung)

Book review: Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung (@drjasonfung)

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I’ve been following Dr. Jason Fung for a while now and really enjoyed a few of his appearances on the Low Carb MD podcast. For those who don’t know him, he’s an MD who’s one of the leaders of the fasting… Read More

How #RufustheDog is keeping me sane in these crazy times…

How #RufustheDog is keeping me sane in these crazy times…

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I remember when my Mom got her rescue dog Beau about 5 years ago, she started talking to it a lot. And I thought she had gone senile. Now after almost 3 weeks being home bound, I think… Read More

Ain’t no foolin around in April! (And I need your help…)

Ain’t no foolin around in April! (And I need your help…)

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What a weird world we’re in these days. And unless you live under a rock, there’s no escaping it! I’ve been slacking . Maybe it’s a or maybe it’s the usual pre-spring blahs. Any way, I need your… Read More

Book review: “Why we sleep” by Matthew Walker, PhD

Book review: “Why we sleep” by Matthew Walker, PhD

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This book is so good and so overdue for the majority of us (I used to be in that camp!) who are so busy that sleep is an afterthought.I technically didn’t read this one, I listened to it… Read More

Want to run injury-free in 2020?

Want to run injury-free in 2020?

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I’ll be teaching rare workshop in the new year. It’s been a while since I’ve taught but I’ve gotten some requests and I’m looking forward to spreading the wisdom I’ve acquired over the past decade or so. See… Read More

Health benefits of owning a dog

Health benefits of owning a dog

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I’ve always been a fan of canines but only took the plunge of dog ownership in the past few months. It’s not always fun or easy but so far it’s been so rewarding I can’t imagine going back… Read More

My @ouraring Review

My @ouraring Review

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So those who read these things know I love technology, especially when it comes to health and wellness. I was an early adopter of wearables, starting with a few editions of the amazing Basis watch that unfortunately went by the… Read More

My look at Lifespan vs Healthspan…

My look at Lifespan vs Healthspan…

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It seems most fitness people are worries how long they will live but what about the quality of that life. That’s what I’m really obsessed about these days. The average life expectancy is Canada is just over 82… Read More

My #31in31 Recap: Somewhat of a success…

My #31in31 Recap: Somewhat of a success…

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So I just finished another #31in31 challenge . This one was truly a challenge! The weather wasn’t overly kind and my schedule did me no favours (excuses, I know). I did have some fun runs here on some trails and… Read More

My take on fitness vs wellness

My take on fitness vs wellness

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I completed my last Ironman (Ironman Canada 2008 in Penticton, BC) more than a decade ago. Some days it feels like 50 years ago and sometimes a few minutes. It’s weird the tricks your mind plays on you…. Read More

How to use Primal Laws to regain some of your youth in 2019!

How to use Primal Laws to regain some of your youth in 2019!

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I’ve seen the info below really help my quality of life even before I became a Primal Health Coach . These simple tips can really help you roll back the clock, as it did for me. See below for my notes… Read More

Top 5 blog posts of 2018, as determined by you, the readers/listeners!

Top 5 blog posts of 2018, as determined by you, the readers/listeners!

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2018 was a weird year for ECinc.ca, a less busy one than usual. The last 6 months were probably the less busy of the past few years for my fitness/wellness teaching/blogging self with so much other stuff going… Read More

Re-introducing #31in31 for January 2019: Who’s in?

Re-introducing #31in31 for January 2019: Who’s in?

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I’m bringing back one of my favourite challenges since I need a kick in the pants these days! This year it will be extra fun for me since I have I want to get back out there again… Read More

Want to enjoy running in 2019? Check out my upcoming workshops in Halifax and Ottawa in January!

Want to enjoy running in 2019? Check out my upcoming workshops in Halifax and Ottawa in January!

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Hello folks! Some of you know I don’t teach much anymore to a busy schedule in my other field. Well it’s true but I’m looking forward to teach a bit more in 2019. I’m excited to start off… Read More

#SoberOctober Report

#SoberOctober Report

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So we’re already in November (where has the time gone?) so I thought I should do a quick update/report on how #SoberOctober went for me. Did I do the challenge? Yes! Did I drink way less than usual?… Read More

#SoberOctober anyone?

#SoberOctober anyone?

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It’s been a while since I blogged on here. Partly because I needed to recharge, partly I didn’t feel like I had much to contribute these days. Is there anything fresh to say after 750+ posts? Anyway, I… Read More

#WellnessWednesdays Update: 3 questions to ask yourself!

#WellnessWednesdays Update: 3 questions to ask yourself!

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So I will be taking a break from the podcast for the summer to recharge and re-focus. When I started the #WellnessWednesdays podcast more than 2 years ago, it was to share all kinds of cool stories and… Read More

#WellnessWednesdays episode #77: Monologue on how I deal with depression

#WellnessWednesdays episode #77: Monologue on how I deal with depression

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This week on #WellnessWednesdays, we switch things up from the usual interview format. I’m solo (hence the monologue tag) and I chat about how I deal with depression for a little less than 15 minutes. I’ve touched about… Read More

#WellnessWednesdays episode #76: Barb Cartwright (@CFHS) on the joys of pet ownership

#WellnessWednesdays episode #76: Barb Cartwright (@CFHS) on the joys of pet ownership

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This week on #WellnessWednesdays, we have another special guest, Barb Cartwright chatting about the joys of pet ownership. Barb is CEO of Humane Canada (formerly the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies) and represents the largest animal welfare community in… Read More

5 easy nudges to better health you can start now!

5 easy nudges to better health you can start now!

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Unfortunately there are no magic formulas. I know, bummer! I’m not usually this much of a Debbie Downer on Friday morning, stay with me. Nudges have been an amazing addition to my life. They’re usually micro steps that… Read More

#WellnessWednesdays episode #75: Dr. Clare Sullivan on digestion

#WellnessWednesdays episode #75: Dr. Clare Sullivan on digestion

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This week on #WellnessWednesdays, we have another special guest, Dr. Clare Sullivan chatting about digestion. Dr. Clare Sullivan has always been brought up with a natural outlook on life, especially in the nutrition realm. That led her to… Read More

#WellnessWednesdays episode #74: Bhante J (@bhante_j) on Buddhism and meditation

#WellnessWednesdays episode #74: Bhante J (@bhante_j) on Buddhism and meditation

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This week on #WellnessWednesdays, we have another special guest, Bhante J chatting about Buddhism and meditation. Bhante J was born and raised in Sri Lanka and knew at a young age that service was his path. He joined… Read More

On the road again: Upcoming running workshops in #Montreal (Sat May 26) & #Halifax (Sat June 9)!

On the road again: Upcoming running workshops in #Montreal (Sat May 26) & #Halifax (Sat June 9)!

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Hello again folks, it’s been a while since I wrote about my upcoming workshops since I don’t teach all that much anymore… I am excited about some workshops in the next month though! First off I’ll be heading… Read More

Experience Report: @Peak_Races Bloodroot Ultra

Experience Report: @Peak_Races Bloodroot Ultra

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Short story: Ultras 2, Eric 0. See below for some more details. For those who have been around for a while, you might remember the crazy experience in North Dakota a few years back. Needless to say, I didn’t finish that one. Quite… Read More

It was the day before the Peak Bloodroot Ultra…

It was the day before the Peak Bloodroot Ultra…

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When all thro’ the house: Nothing much. Just my mind being it’s overactive self. I’m about to take off for Vermont with my lovely mother to do the Peak Bloodroot Ultra. I’m doing the 30 mile (about 48k) option,… Read More