Fitness

From Stiffness to Confidence: How Dance Fitness Helps With Our Everyday Movement Challenges

Whether it’s overcoming physical stiffness, building confidence, or finding a fitness routine that feels good, Dance Fitness is a powerful way to tackle everyday challenges. In my Dance Fitness classes, I help participants move from stiffness and hesitation to strength and self-assurance. Here’s how this movement can solve some of the common problems many of…

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The Importance of Strength Training as We Age

As we age, we naturally notice changes in our bodies. Tasks that were once simple may become more difficult, and we might feel less strong than we used to. One of the key ways to maintain vitality and independence as we get older is through strength training. This form of exercise is not just about…

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Listening to Your Body: A Path to Presence and Self-Care

Many of us have been taught that productivity is the key to success, and that pushing through discomfort to get there is normal. So it’s no wonder that for many, the concept of “listening to your body” can feel unfamiliar or even daunting. However, tuning in to what your body is telling you is one…

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What It Means to Be Body Neutral

In a world where we’re constantly bombarded with images, messages, and expectations about how we should look, the concept of body neutrality offers a refreshing and liberating alternative. Unlike body positivity, which emphasizes loving every aspect of your body, body neutrality focuses on accepting your body as it is and recognizing that your worth isn’t…

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5 Things You’ll Never Hear Me Say as a Body Neutral Fitness Professional

As a body neutral fitness professional, I’ve heard all sorts of clichés and motivational phrases tossed around the gym. While some might find them inspiring, others can find them off-putting, discouraging or even harmful. My approach to fitness is grounded in positivity, personalization & sustainability and I want to make it fun, not shame based.…

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Embracing Mindful Movement: Moving in Ways that Feel Good to You

Last week I had a rich conversation with Marie-Pier Pitre-D’Iorio, Registered Dietician and founder of The Balanced Practice (a team of health care providers who take an anti-diet and weight inclusive approach to support people in having a better relationship with food, their bodies & themselves). Marie-Pier and I discussed what it means to move mindfully and…

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Best Tips for a Healthy Body and Mind: Tea with Li

It was a special treat for me to sit down with my friend Li Koo who is Toronto based Realtor on her “Tea with Li” pod/webcast. We had a warm and candid conversation about personal autonomy and disrupting limiting and oppressive norms. It was honestly one of the best conversations I’ve had in quite some time, and…

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Comments About My Weight and Internalized Fatphobia

I had an experience at the end of my online Nia class today that I can’t get off my mind.   I was chatting with the students as I normally do when we’re done class. We’re talking about air travel when one woman makes a comment about my weight.   I paused in shock. This type…

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