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June 4, 2010, 14:33
My name is Jordan. I am a physical education teacher, hockey coach, and fitness enthusiast in Ontario, Canada. I created this site to share techniques and…
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Category: Celebrity Health News (7)
- 50 Cent Loses Weight - Makes It Easy To Bash Celebrity Diets by: Admin
  November 4, 2010, 18:43
  The weight loss of 2008’s highest earning rapper 50 cent, captured the attention of fans and extreme dieters alike; all wanting answers to the same questions.…
- Channing Tatum Workout Routine: Easy as A, B, C by: Admin
  March 18, 2011, 11:35
  Channing Tatum has graced the cover of popular men's magazines for the last 10 years. While his acting prowess is under appreciated by…
- How Vin Diesel's Workout Can Multiply Your Facebook Fans by: Admin
  June 1, 2011, 07:39
  During a lively debate with a few students in which I argued that Dwayne Johnson otherwise know as “The Rock” has a more impressive look than Vin…
- Jason Statham Workout Routine For "The Mechanic" by: Admin
  January 25, 2011, 17:21
  Sadly, celebrity workouts are a hot topic for people trying to achieve their ideal body composition. The reason I put this out there is because the general…
- Jennifer Hudson Weight Watchers Points Plus: Great Spokesperson, Better Plan? by: Admin
  January 11, 2011, 01:09
  While I have not personally had success with Weight Watchers, there is no denying the company's strong hold in the weight loss industry. I am not a…
- MMA Diet’s: Vegetarian vs Meat Eater by: Admin
  February 21, 2011, 22:46
  Vegetarians in one corner, meat eaters in the other. Oh yes, the UFC match between Jake Shields and George St. Pierre at the Rogers Centre on April 30th,…
- The Situation Workout: should we trust him? by: Admin
  August 20, 2010, 11:33
  The Situation Workout: Is it all about the gym? Whether you are a fan of the hit reality series Jersey Shore or not, you have to be impressed with some of…
Category: Exercise and Fitness (31)
articles about exercise
- Barefoot Training: Why you should try it by: Admin
  September 9, 2010, 21:02
  What is Barefoot Training? Like it sounds, barefoot training is simply that; training (running, hiking, lifting weights, moving, etc.) without shoes. Wha…
- Best Exercises to Get Rid of Love Handles by: Admin
  October 18, 2010, 20:39
  After a weekend filled with Oktoberfest celebrations, and meeting up with friends, I had the inclination to grab my love handles for the first time in a while.…
- Body By Vi 90 Day Challenge Review by: Admin
  October 3, 2011, 23:48
  If you haven’t heard of the Body By Vi Challenge yet, I’m sure you will soon. Body By Vi is a subsidiary of the Visalus Science company, and it’s…
- Channing Tatum Workout Routine: Easy as A, B, C by: Admin
  March 18, 2011, 11:35
  Channing Tatum has graced the cover of popular men's magazines for the last 10 years. While his acting prowess is under appreciated by…
- Conquer your fear of the gym: The 5 Step Plan by: Admin
  November 13, 2011, 22:05
  As tough as these guys look, they are probably very nice! Whatever your situation at the gym, you need to find a way to enjoy it. When you skip workouts or…
- Does Whey Protein Work? and How to Select Your Brand by: Admin
  June 19, 2011, 21:06
  Most people that use whey protein powder have a reason for doing so. Does whey protein work? Well that depends of what we are trying to achieve. Here are…
- European Fitness Vacation by: Admin
  September 27, 2010, 15:51
  The European Fitness Plan OK, maybe we should call it the Costa Del Sol Fitness Program. This past summer, my wife and I travelled to the south of Spain for…
- Fat Man-child Speaks out About Obesity by: Admin
  May 16, 2011, 20:28
  I've never been a fan of public health announcements because of their inability to effect change. This ad however caught my attention as it embodies in my…
- First Ask Why, Then Ask How To Lose Weight.... by: Admin
  September 30, 2010, 23:22
  How can I lose weight? This question is repeatedly asked and answered on the Internet in exceptional detail. There are thousands of viable ways to achieve…
- Gamble on your workouts? - The App That is Making It Happen by: Admin
  January 31, 2012, 19:09
  So my dad was right. Taking money from people is a better motivator then the potential to earn money. The App is called GymPact, and lets you put…
- Genotype vs Phenotype: The Difference by: Admin
  April 11, 2011, 22:54
  Like it or not, we are all born with a set of genes that largely determine the way we look. So when people make the excuse that they are genetically…
- How to Create a Workout Routine to Match Your Life by: Admin
  May 8, 2011, 00:56
  The days of one size fits all workout routines are all but gone. Many of us share the same goal, but there are literally hundreds of ways to get there. How…
- How To Get a Ripped Chest With The 100 Push up Challenge, and Other Muscle Definition Workouts by: Admin
  December 13, 2010, 19:21
  Losing close to 50 lbs in 12 months has been quite an experience. At first it was just about stepping on the scale and watching the number drop, and then it…
- How to Make A Pull Up Bar for Under 0 by: Admin
  July 25, 2012, 16:18
  After my first work out at CrossFitCambridge, I was embarrassed by my inability to perform pull ups. I was determined to replicate their pull up design and…
- How to Maximize Your Enjoyment of Recreation Sport by: Admin
  October 21, 2011, 17:09
  Do you wish that your recreation league was more fun? In this post we will discuss 5 ways to improve your overall enjoyment of recreational sport…
- How Vin Diesel's Workout Can Multiply Your Facebook Fans by: Admin
  June 1, 2011, 07:39
  During a lively debate with a few students in which I argued that Dwayne Johnson otherwise know as “The Rock” has a more impressive look than Vin…
- I have to lose 20 pounds - Should I Focus on Exercise or Diet? by: Admin
  September 19, 2011, 18:43
  Does exercise really help us lose weight? Of course it does, but not nearly as much as fitness experts would have us believe. Especially if you are one of…
- Jason Statham Workout Routine For "The Mechanic" by: Admin
  January 25, 2011, 17:21
  Sadly, celebrity workouts are a hot topic for people trying to achieve their ideal body composition. The reason I put this out there is because the general…
- Jersey Shore’s Gym, Tan, Laundry Recommended by the New England Journal of Medicine? by: Admin
  February 16, 2011, 23:08
  If any of the Jersey Shore cast members have been keeping up with current scientific research they might be quick to point out the findings of a…
- Lies Beneath the Surface, The Secret to Looking and Feeling Younger by: Admin
  November 29, 2010, 00:10
  How fun would it be to re-live our teenage years? It’s not exactly simple, but there are a few techniques that we can apply to help us look and feel up to…
- MMA Diet’s: Vegetarian vs Meat Eater by: Admin
  February 21, 2011, 22:46
  Vegetarians in one corner, meat eaters in the other. Oh yes, the UFC match between Jake Shields and George St. Pierre at the Rogers Centre on April 30th,…
- Own Your Actions, Change Your Life by: Admin
  January 16, 2012, 22:32
  When you own your actions, you win......period. The gym is buzzing these days. New members, new training routines, and jammed packed group fitness classes…
- Paleo Becoming a Religion? by: Admin
  February 9, 2012, 21:06
  I've had some questions recently regarding my inconsistent love affair with the Paleo diet. It is true, I did lose over 50lbs eating paleo and experienced…
- Rapid Fat Loss, Evolutionary Eating, and Obesity Epidemic: Topics For Best Health Books in 2011 by: Admin
  December 22, 2010, 19:08
  It seems like every holiday season my thirst for knowledge intensifies, and there is something particularly satisfying about sipping a warm cup of tea…
- Tabata Protocol Workout Timer For Beginners And Pros by: Admin
  May 3, 2011, 23:10
  Fast efficient workouts are the new trend in the fitness industry, and for good reason. What started with the Tabata Protocol Workout, is now the fou…
- Target Heart Rate, The Cake Boss, and A Simple Math Lesson by: Admin
  January 31, 2011, 13:10
  How many times have you noticed people at the gym strapped to a heart rate device? Probably often enough to second guess your own routine, because…
- The Situation Workout: should we trust him? by: Admin
  August 20, 2010, 11:33
  The Situation Workout: Is it all about the gym? Whether you are a fan of the hit reality series Jersey Shore or not, you have to be impressed with some of…
- The Top 10 Fun Ways To Exercise by: Admin
  April 3, 2011, 09:21
  I’m going to preface this by stating that I love exercise. However, sledging through standard gym routines can take a toll on our body and mind. With the…
- Time to Give Thanks! by: Admin
  October 11, 2010, 12:49
  Happy Thanksgiving Day to my fellow Canadians, and Columbus Day to readers in the USA! Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family, enjoy the company…
- Tough Mudder Toronto by: Admin
  August 21, 2012, 16:21
  Several months ago I signed up for the ToughMudder. I was inspired by watching videos online and immediately started training with a partner. I did…
- Vo2 Testing - How Fit Are You? by: Admin
  August 24, 2010, 18:50
  Measuring Fitness As a physical education teacher I am responsible for conducting various fitness assessments with my students. The students will usually perf…
Category: Healthy Recipes (5)
recipe articles
- Banana Pancakes Paleo Style by: Admin
  June 12, 2011, 20:22
  Being an avid supporter of the Paleo movement, I have tried to find alternatives to bacon and eggs as the breakfast of choice. I started making banana…
- Easy Squash Recipe – Spaghetti Squash by: Admin
  September 2, 2010, 19:28
  I Love Pasta, No More I want to share this easy squash recipe, because it is a meal that really helped me kick my addiction of pasta. When I started my…
- How to Make Sweet Potato Fries by: Admin
  October 15, 2011, 07:28
  I love to cook, but hate wasting hours in the kitchen. I’m always looking for ways to get the job done faster. Although the best meals usually require…
- How To Make Your Own Coconut Milk by: Admin
  October 4, 2010, 13:54
  In a previous post we discussed our 5 favourite foods for life, where I professed my love for coconut milk. Having purchased canned coconut milk a number…
- Top 10 Paleo Recipes by: Admin
  May 18, 2011, 23:20
  Since dabbling in Paleo nutrition I have attempted to produce some imaginative dishes. My best creations were indeed delicious, but not quite as tasty…
Category: Lifestyle (17)
lifestyle articles
- Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals by: Admin
  September 24, 2010, 07:28
  Thinking back to the classic tale of the "Tortoise and the Hare" we were able to identify two distinct personalities. In a previous post about weight loss…
- Body By Vi 90 Day Challenge Review by: Admin
  October 3, 2011, 23:48
  If you haven’t heard of the Body By Vi Challenge yet, I’m sure you will soon. Body By Vi is a subsidiary of the Visalus Science company, and it’s…
- Do You Make a Difference? by: Admin
  February 10, 2012, 23:21
  In the early years of my teaching career I often asked myself this question. I’d walk around from class to class speaking at people (teenagers). Were…
- Embrace Simple by: Admin
  February 11, 2012, 09:46
  "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication" - Leonardo Da Vinci Eat Clean Avoid Sugar Eat Real Protein (Animals) Don’t forget to drink a lot of…
- European Fitness Vacation by: Admin
  September 27, 2010, 15:51
  The European Fitness Plan OK, maybe we should call it the Costa Del Sol Fitness Program. This past summer, my wife and I travelled to the south of Spain for…
- How to Maximize Your Enjoyment of Recreation Sport by: Admin
  October 21, 2011, 17:09
  Do you wish that your recreation league was more fun? In this post we will discuss 5 ways to improve your overall enjoyment of recreational sport…
- Is Weight Loss Your Ultimate Goal? by: Admin
  July 2, 2011, 11:55
  "Growing up a McDonald's kid was fun at the time!" For the last two years I have been reading blogs daily, exercising feverishly, and eating healthy in…
- Jersey Shore’s Gym, Tan, Laundry Recommended by the New England Journal of Medicine? by: Admin
  February 16, 2011, 23:08
  If any of the Jersey Shore cast members have been keeping up with current scientific research they might be quick to point out the findings of a…
- Make Movember a Month to Remember by: Admin
  October 28, 2010, 23:09
  A November to Remember The moustache is making a comeback….well at least for the month of November. What began as a small idea has evolved to a global…
- Own Your Actions, Change Your Life by: Admin
  January 16, 2012, 22:32
  When you own your actions, you win......period. The gym is buzzing these days. New members, new training routines, and jammed packed group fitness classes…
- Paleo Becoming a Religion? by: Admin
  February 9, 2012, 21:06
  I've had some questions recently regarding my inconsistent love affair with the Paleo diet. It is true, I did lose over 50lbs eating paleo and experienced…
- Redefine Your Eating Philosophy by: Admin
  August 4, 2011, 16:46
  I love summer! Mainly because I have more time to travel, relax, engage in meaningful social activities, and READ! Last Wednesday, after my (just…
- Robb Wolf Paleo Solution Seminar in Toronto by: Admin
  March 28, 2011, 06:17
  In a world where the majority of our interaction is facilitated online through bloging and social networking, it’s not often you get to meet one of…
- The Difference: Looking Healthy vs Being Healthy by: Admin
  October 25, 2010, 21:33
  Looking Healthy is Good, But Being Healthy is Better Have you ever checked out the people standing in front of you in the fast food line up and…
- Time to Give Thanks! by: Admin
  October 11, 2010, 12:49
  Happy Thanksgiving Day to my fellow Canadians, and Columbus Day to readers in the USA! Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family, enjoy the company…
- Top 10 Reasons To Visit California by: Admin
  July 20, 2011, 15:46
  Need a reason to visit California? Fresh off a thrilling adventure on the west coast, I thought it would be appropriate to share the experience in a…
- Vitamin D, Sun Vacations and Latitude by: Admin
  February 9, 2011, 21:52
  The dog days of winter have people north of the 49thparallel feeling a little blue. Heaps of snow, overcast skies and the prospect of a 5pm sunset do not…
Category: Nutrition (53)
articles about nutriton
- 3 Steps To Control Your Emotional Eating and Lose Weight - Guest Post by: Admin
  February 7, 2012, 23:08
  This post is courtesy of Jonathan Dunsky who blogs at WorldOfDiets.com As your nutrition is the main factor which determines whether you gain weight or…
- 30 Day Challenge: Does it work? by: Admin
  September 23, 2011, 18:06
  There are two times of the year when people are most likely to start a health kick. The unofficial new year (September - when the kids go back to school…
- 4 Questions To Avoid Overeating by: Admin
  December 9, 2011, 23:38
  Do you ever get so ravenously hungry that you can eat anything and everything? The truth is we all do. Binge eating is the most common form of overeating,…
- 4 Truths of CrossFit by: Admin
  April 23, 2012, 21:50
  Crossfit is possibly the most polarizing workout routine in the history of fitness. Thousands sing its praises, while some industry pundits repeatedly try to…
- 5 Foods For Life by: Admin
  September 16, 2010, 21:05
  If you could only eat 5 foods for the rest of your life, what would YOU choose? Assuming you have unlimited access to clean drinkable water, which foods…
- 5 Principles of Reading Food Labels For Better Decision Making by: Admin
  May 27, 2011, 18:45
  Take a moment and think about the food you ate today….. Which items had a food label and which items did not? If we were to jot down all the food we ate…
- 5 Tips To Help You Stay Lean When Dining out! by: Admin
  September 7, 2010, 07:37
  Busy Social Life Ruining Your Diet? If you are a person with an active social life then you may find it impossible to stick to any ‘diet plan’. Follow…
- 50 Cent Loses Weight - Makes It Easy To Bash Celebrity Diets by: Admin
  November 4, 2010, 18:43
  The weight loss of 2008’s highest earning rapper 50 cent, captured the attention of fans and extreme dieters alike; all wanting answers to the same questions.…
- Are Bananas Fattening? Remember to KISS before asking by: Admin
  April 23, 2011, 12:26
  I can distinctly recall a recent conversation I had with a "client" (my aunt) that started something like this..... "Jordan, are bananas fattening?" …
- Banana Pancakes Paleo Style by: Admin
  June 12, 2011, 20:22
  Being an avid supporter of the Paleo movement, I have tried to find alternatives to bacon and eggs as the breakfast of choice. I started making banana…
- Best Exercises to Get Rid of Love Handles by: Admin
  October 18, 2010, 20:39
  After a weekend filled with Oktoberfest celebrations, and meeting up with friends, I had the inclination to grab my love handles for the first time in a while.…
- Body By Vi 90 Day Challenge Review by: Admin
  October 3, 2011, 23:48
  If you haven’t heard of the Body By Vi Challenge yet, I’m sure you will soon. Body By Vi is a subsidiary of the Visalus Science company, and it’s…
- Channing Tatum Workout Routine: Easy as A, B, C by: Admin
  March 18, 2011, 11:35
  Channing Tatum has graced the cover of popular men's magazines for the last 10 years. While his acting prowess is under appreciated by…
- Does Whey Protein Work? and How to Select Your Brand by: Admin
  June 19, 2011, 21:06
  Most people that use whey protein powder have a reason for doing so. Does whey protein work? Well that depends of what we are trying to achieve. Here are…
- Don't fall for these weight loss ideas by: Admin
  September 28, 2011, 19:59
  We have all been there. A few pounds (or maybe much more) away from our ideal weight, we get desperate. We know that if we eat better and increase our…
- Easy Squash Recipe – Spaghetti Squash by: Admin
  September 2, 2010, 19:28
  I Love Pasta, No More I want to share this easy squash recipe, because it is a meal that really helped me kick my addiction of pasta. When I started my…
- European Fitness Vacation by: Admin
  September 27, 2010, 15:51
  The European Fitness Plan OK, maybe we should call it the Costa Del Sol Fitness Program. This past summer, my wife and I travelled to the south of Spain for…
- Fasting To Build Muscle: Men's Health Said So... by: Admin
  April 18, 2011, 23:44
  Just a quick one here. I know I have talked about the bennefits of intermittent fasting, and in my post "Is Intermittent Fasting Good For Us?" I sited a…
- First Ask Why, Then Ask How To Lose Weight.... by: Admin
  September 30, 2010, 23:22
  How can I lose weight? This question is repeatedly asked and answered on the Internet in exceptional detail. There are thousands of viable ways to achieve…
- Genotype vs Phenotype: The Difference by: Admin
  April 11, 2011, 22:54
  Like it or not, we are all born with a set of genes that largely determine the way we look. So when people make the excuse that they are genetically…
- How Can I Eat More Vegetables by: Admin
  October 24, 2011, 20:02
  Many diets focus on number of calories, or specific food items to avoid, but very few emphasize the importance of what you actually do eat. If I had to…
- How To Improve Exercise Adherence by: Admin
  October 2, 2011, 17:46
  I am as guilty of this as anybody else, but I can’t believe the number of gyms profiting off of clients that don’t show up. It really is amazing. I…
- How To Make Your Own Coconut Milk by: Admin
  October 4, 2010, 13:54
  In a previous post we discussed our 5 favourite foods for life, where I professed my love for coconut milk. Having purchased canned coconut milk a number…
- How Vin Diesel's Workout Can Multiply Your Facebook Fans by: Admin
  June 1, 2011, 07:39
  During a lively debate with a few students in which I argued that Dwayne Johnson otherwise know as “The Rock” has a more impressive look than Vin…
- I have to lose 20 pounds - Should I Focus on Exercise or Diet? by: Admin
  September 19, 2011, 18:43
  Does exercise really help us lose weight? Of course it does, but not nearly as much as fitness experts would have us believe. Especially if you are one of…
- I'm Sick, Should I Workout? by: Admin
  February 15, 2012, 20:53
  There is nothing is worse than being sick, OK maybe a few things, but it still sucks. It hit me hard last week. Viral infection, flu like symptoms with…
- Intermittent Fasting vs Calorie Reduction by: Admin
  May 12, 2011, 22:47
  Last year I was lucky to stumble upon a thought provoking weight loss method called intermittent fasting. Basically, the idea is to stop eating for a…
- Is Intermittent Fasting Good For Us? by: Admin
  September 13, 2010, 21:02
  A Good Weight Loss Strategy It was two months into my weight loss journey that I began to experiment with intermittent fasting. I first learned about…
- Jennifer Hudson Weight Watchers Points Plus: Great Spokesperson, Better Plan? by: Admin
  January 11, 2011, 01:09
  While I have not personally had success with Weight Watchers, there is no denying the company's strong hold in the weight loss industry. I am not a…
- Jersey Shore’s Gym, Tan, Laundry Recommended by the New England Journal of Medicine? by: Admin
  February 16, 2011, 23:08
  If any of the Jersey Shore cast members have been keeping up with current scientific research they might be quick to point out the findings of a…
- KFC Double Down Nutrition Information Concerns Government Officials, But Should It? by: Admin
  November 9, 2010, 07:14
  After a successful campaign in the United States, KFC’s infamous Double Down sandwich has made its way to Canada. The sale of the Double Down in…
- Lose Weight Calorie Counting - But Understand The Rules! by: Admin
  August 18, 2010, 16:58
  Lose weight calorie counting While losing weight counting calories can be an effective strategy if you are looking to drop ‘scale weight’, it might not…
- Mat Lalonde Ancestral Health Symposium by: Admin
  September 5, 2011, 19:53
  It's been a while since I have been truly captivated by a health and fitness personality. After watching Mat Lalonde at the inaugural Ancestoral Health…
- MMA Diet’s: Vegetarian vs Meat Eater by: Admin
  February 21, 2011, 22:46
  Vegetarians in one corner, meat eaters in the other. Oh yes, the UFC match between Jake Shields and George St. Pierre at the Rogers Centre on April 30th,…
- Need Motivation by: Admin
  February 12, 2012, 16:03
  I was recently challenged to compete in the Tough Mudder. I consider myself to be in good shape, but after watching this video I am rethinking that! &nbs…
- New Direction..... by: Admin
  January 29, 2012, 20:58
  The fitness industry is truly crazy. I have been a compliant customer since I coerced my parents to purchase the HulkaMania Workout Cassettes, complete with…
- Nordic Mulberry Zuccarin and Alternative Remedies To Regulate Insulin Secretion by: Admin
  December 30, 2010, 02:24
  When flipping through a celebrity magazine (waiting in line at grocery store) I stumbled upon an interesting advertisement that got my attention. The…
- Omega 3 Fatty Acids by: Admin
  March 13, 2011, 13:34
  Fat, skinny, short, tall, young, old and everyone in between appears to have developed an affinity for dietary supplements. In my narrow world view I…
- Own Your Actions, Change Your Life by: Admin
  January 16, 2012, 22:32
  When you own your actions, you win......period. The gym is buzzing these days. New members, new training routines, and jammed packed group fitness classes…
- Paleo Diet Criticism: Fact or Bull Crap? by: Admin
  June 24, 2011, 08:07
  I have been beating the Paleo drum pretty hard lately and sometimes every point of view needs to be scrutinized as new information becomes available, or simply…
- Raise The Bar by: Admin
  January 30, 2012, 23:35
  If your town is anything like mine, you have probably noticed a few things. 1. Everybody seems to have a gym membership (sometimes more than one) 2.…
- Rapid Fat Loss, Evolutionary Eating, and Obesity Epidemic: Topics For Best Health Books in 2011 by: Admin
  December 22, 2010, 19:08
  It seems like every holiday season my thirst for knowledge intensifies, and there is something particularly satisfying about sipping a warm cup of tea…
- Read These 5 Blogs To Make Your Resolutions Stick! by: Admin
  December 30, 2011, 12:23
  I dislike New Years and all the hoopla that surrounds this overhyped holiday. It’s not fair to hate on the party people, because partying is not the…
- Redefine Your Eating Philosophy by: Admin
  August 4, 2011, 16:46
  I love summer! Mainly because I have more time to travel, relax, engage in meaningful social activities, and READ! Last Wednesday, after my (just…
- Robb Wolf Paleo Solution Seminar in Toronto by: Admin
  March 28, 2011, 06:17
  In a world where the majority of our interaction is facilitated online through bloging and social networking, it’s not often you get to meet one of…
- Should We Always Believe Foods Labels? by: Admin
  September 20, 2010, 22:38
  Symbol of Trust Imagine we are strolling through the aisles of our local grocery store, foraging for healthy food. We have a busy week ahead and…
- Target Heart Rate, The Cake Boss, and A Simple Math Lesson by: Admin
  January 31, 2011, 13:10
  How many times have you noticed people at the gym strapped to a heart rate device? Probably often enough to second guess your own routine, because…
- The Difference: Looking Healthy vs Being Healthy by: Admin
  October 25, 2010, 21:33
  Looking Healthy is Good, But Being Healthy is Better Have you ever checked out the people standing in front of you in the fast food line up and…
- Time to Give Thanks! by: Admin
  October 11, 2010, 12:49
  Happy Thanksgiving Day to my fellow Canadians, and Columbus Day to readers in the USA! Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family, enjoy the company…
- Vitamin D, Sun Vacations and Latitude by: Admin
  February 9, 2011, 21:52
  The dog days of winter have people north of the 49thparallel feeling a little blue. Heaps of snow, overcast skies and the prospect of a 5pm sunset do not…
- Welcome by: Admin
  August 18, 2010, 16:16
  Welcome to thehealthyteacher! This site was created to connect the "health conscious"community to ideas that will elevate you to a higher level of…
- Wheat Belly Gets National Attention: Wheat Dodger Tips by: Admin
  September 26, 2011, 18:09
  The hype surrounding Dr. Davis' book, "Wheat Belly", was given further credence in the latest edition of MacLeans Magazine (article here). I think it…
- Whole30 Update by: Admin
  July 13, 2012, 15:21
  It’s been a while since my last post. It was a much needed break...plus I was incredibly engaged in my work at school in what was the most rewarding…
Category: Top 10 Series (6)
- The Top 10 Fun Ways To Exercise by: Admin
  April 3, 2011, 09:21
  I’m going to preface this by stating that I love exercise. However, sledging through standard gym routines can take a toll on our body and mind. With the…
- Top 10 Characteristics of a Great Personal Trainer by: Admin
  March 6, 2011, 19:38
  Having taken a few swings at personal trainers in previous posts, I have prepared this top 10 list to support the growing legion of exceptional trainers…
- Top 10 Most Annoying People at The Gym by: Admin
  February 2, 2011, 20:47
  Annoying can still be cute in a 1980's sort of way.......... I have been meaning to post about this topic for a while, and wouldn't you believe…
- Top 10 Paleo Recipes by: Admin
  May 18, 2011, 23:20
  Since dabbling in Paleo nutrition I have attempted to produce some imaginative dishes. My best creations were indeed delicious, but not quite as tasty…
- Top 10 Reasons To Train Naked by: Admin
  January 3, 2011, 07:21
  One of my New Years resolutions is to begin a new tradition. To satisfy this resolution I will be starting a recurring post called The Top 10 Series. …
- Top 10 Reasons To Visit California by: Admin
  July 20, 2011, 15:46
  Need a reason to visit California? Fresh off a thrilling adventure on the west coast, I thought it would be appropriate to share the experience in a…
Category: Updates (3)
updates about myself and people I work with
- The Quest For Authenticity: Getting Paid To Be Yourself by: Admin
  January 17, 2011, 22:00
  When I started this blog my intention was to write inspiring articles that would help people achieve their weight loss goals. While the content for this…
- The Sweet Taste of Victory... by: Admin
  March 13, 2012, 20:40
  I don't usually blog about non-health related topics, but it's nice to share good stories. Over the last few months I have been involved in an incredible…
- Tough Mudder Toronto by: Admin
  August 21, 2012, 16:21
  Several months ago I signed up for the ToughMudder. I was inspired by watching videos online and immediately started training with a partner. I did…
Category: Weight Loss Inspiration (8)
- 5 Tips To Help You Stay Lean When Dining out! by: Admin
  September 7, 2010, 07:37
  Busy Social Life Ruining Your Diet? If you are a person with an active social life then you may find it impossible to stick to any ‘diet plan’. Follow…
- Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals by: Admin
  September 24, 2010, 07:28
  Thinking back to the classic tale of the "Tortoise and the Hare" we were able to identify two distinct personalities. In a previous post about weight loss…
- Are Bananas Fattening? Remember to KISS before asking by: Admin
  April 23, 2011, 12:26
  I can distinctly recall a recent conversation I had with a "client" (my aunt) that started something like this..... "Jordan, are bananas fattening?" …
- How Golf Can Help You Lose Weight - Get in the "Zone" by: Admin
  November 18, 2010, 07:26
  As a child I hated the game of golf. I even used to joke about it’s legitimacy as a sport. In my opinion it was just a game that old men would play to…
- Rapid Fat Loss, Evolutionary Eating, and Obesity Epidemic: Topics For Best Health Books in 2011 by: Admin
  December 22, 2010, 19:08
  It seems like every holiday season my thirst for knowledge intensifies, and there is something particularly satisfying about sipping a warm cup of tea…
- Robb Wolf Paleo Solution Seminar in Toronto by: Admin
  March 28, 2011, 06:17
  In a world where the majority of our interaction is facilitated online through bloging and social networking, it’s not often you get to meet one of…
- The Quest For Authenticity: Getting Paid To Be Yourself by: Admin
  January 17, 2011, 22:00
  When I started this blog my intention was to write inspiring articles that would help people achieve their weight loss goals. While the content for this…
- Weight Loss Psychology, the Classic Tale of by: Admin
  August 30, 2010, 07:16
  Eagerly anticipating the gun blast, we stand with our knees flexed and our front foot barely behind the start line. We are about to begin a race, in…

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