Summer is upon us and it’s all about having a beach body, right? Not so much… Here’s a good core workout from Competitor.com that might not give you a six pack but it might just make you a better runner… … Read More
Well it was an experience! Aren’t they all?!? I signed up for this Half Ironman around Christmas in hopes that it would motivate me to train in the new year. Oh how life sometimes has other plans… Needless… Read More
Yes you run/race and yes you get muffins. How cool is that? This turned out to be one of the highlights of my latest trip to the Halifax area. It also included an awesome comedy show, some great… Read More
Since I’m a running coach with an emphasis on form I always get questions about proper running form. I could get all geeky on you but today I’m simply gonna mention two words: Tall & Fall. That’s what you… Read More
Here is another edition of the #FridayFindings. Some more cool stuff this week. Let’s start with some exercises most runners need to do since it’s a weakness for most of us. Here are the best exercises for stronger hamstrings according to the Huffington Post Canada…. Read More
I’ve blogged before about how if you’re running for weight loss, you’re fighting a losing battle . I took some heat for that but I can tell you from personal experience it doesn’t really work. There’s also a lot of evidence and science… Read More
I always get asked what ChiRunning is all about. I usually answer about bringing the principles of Tai Chi and combining it with the proper running biomechanics. And yet I still get puzzled looks. Oh well! To me… Read More
This saying has been a saving grace for a while for me. And it also comes from one of my favourite movies, 2000’s Boiler Room. We all have mornings (or days) where we’re not in the mood. It’s… Read More
It shouldn’t be a big surprise to you that I’m a big fan of yoga . And it’s obviously helped me connect with my body and helped me as a runner. Now I’m here to sing its praises for golf folks! A… Read More
And it’s Friday again. and time for another edition of #FridayFindings, the freshest and latest from science and fitness: First, how do you sleep? I love how much research is coming out on that very subject… Here’s a great… Read More
I learn a lot by doing. And watching. And thinking. And feeling. We all learn slightly different as I’ve learned over the years. All my experience teaching has changed the way I teach and the way I learn…. Read More
It’s funny how priorities change… A few years back during my Ironman days I would rarely skip a workout. Now it happens from time to time, probably more than I would like to admit. A lot has to… Read More
It’s been a while so I decided to do a video blog this week. I’m talking (with my hands) about staying inside the cylinder when running or doing any other sport. This idea came to me while on… Read More
If you’re looking for a low-key early season run around Ottawa, the Ottawa Physio Race might be for you. I received a blurb I got from one of the Race Directors so I thought I would share with… Read More
Spring weather is coming (I swear) but it seems its always busy for me. And that means excuses not to workout. Well Greatist has some tips so you can fit exercise into your cramped schedule . *** And there was a recent crowdfunding campaign to build a cool hybrid bicycle. They… Read More
It seems we should be taking 10,000 steps everyday in order to stay healthy. Our bodies need to move in order to promote proper blod flow. And something as simple as walking (and obviously running) is a great… Read More
When I saw this race listed, I thought it was a joke at first. The name doesn’t event start to do this race justice. I’m also not sure if I could call this a race as it’s more… Read More
As you get older, you enjoy simplicity more it seems. One of the constants in my life has been exercise and to me it’s pretty simple. Exercise brings me so many benefits it’s hard to pass up for… Read More
Here are some some cool links from the world that looks at the mind-body connection. The good thing is there is more and more of this stuff out there! I know I’ve been talking about meditation a lot… Read More
I get fearful just like the rest of you. Like I’m half scared of upcoming races since I haven’t really been running all that much since my #31in31 challenge. I could just crumble thinking about the fact I… Read More
Most of you like to workout. And who doesn’t love hanging out in PJ’s? This video combines both! I’ve known the creator, Tammy from GO! for a few years. I’ve been lucky enough to put on talks and workshops with her… Read More
So I will be heading back to the Maritimes. That special part of Canada gets me excited for a few reasons. One the people are so friendly it’s sometimes scary. The seafood, and the good in general, is… Read More
Some of you might know of another duty I recently added to my already busy schedule: Special contributor to the Capital Connection segment on What She Said Radio on SiriusXM. It’s a great opportunity to showcase what Ottawa has to offer, especially… Read More
There is life after winter. This week was a great glimpse into sunny days and (somewhat) warmer temperatures. Here’s to a lot more! Every spring everyone wants to be fit it seems. Here is a good look from… Read More
Remember the game Memory when you were a kid? Did you think you were getting a workout when you played it? Guess what, you were! As athletes, we mostly thinking of training our bodies for our events. We… Read More