Are you feeling a bit tight? Not as mobile and flexible as you once were? The cure may be some basic mobility and stretching exercises. Nothing fancy or complicated, just the foundations. I sat down recently with circus performer Andralyn Zayn of Deflying Fitness to talk about the difference between mobility, stretching and flexibility –– read more about All About Mobility and Stretching –
Create Your Own Journey. I’m excited to release this video, which is a small snapshot of my story. I hope you enjoy it. I also hope you find it inspirational. Please drop a “like” or comment on the YouTube page, and share it anyway you can. I’d greatly appreciate it. Best in health, Greg
Mindfulness meditation can help alleviate stress, achieve clarity, improve creativity, and allow one to live more in the moment. At least, that’s what I’ve been told. Meditation is something I’ve always thought I should do, but I’ve never been able to make the commitment. Maybe I’m not really sold on the benefits… Here’s the thing. I feel like– read more about How to Get Started with Mindfulness Meditation –
Several years ago I tore my right triceps tendon performing a muscle-up. I hadn’t properly warmed up and jumped into an advanced move too quickly. It was too much for my already inflamed tendons, and the damage was done. And while that injury is far behind me, I still suffer from some aggravating tendonitis when performing– read more about Dealing with Injuries –
As somebody who’s interested in helping people re-awaken their natural fitness abilities, I know the value of regular and consistent training. But I also realize the challenge that some have — perhaps even you. There are often negative thoughts and emotions associated with kick-starting a new fitness regime. It’s tough to form positive health habits– read more about How to Stick With Your Training –
I’ve always had a fear of being upside down. Even as a kid, I never did cartwheels. I’m pretty sure I did headstands, but never was able to balance on my hands and didn’t feel comfortable being upside down in any way. I used to look at people doing handstands, and thought to myself “I’d like– read more about I was Scared to Try Handstands –
Maybe it’s because I grew up in Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s Maritime provinces, but I love a good bowl of fish chowder. While there are a few restaurants that do a good job, many serve up “approximations” that are thickened with flour and lack real taste. A good chowder starts with quality fish; milder whitefish– read more about Atlantic Fish Chowder: A leaner, protein-rich option –
Super Bowl snacks are as much a part of the annual event as the football game itself. But those snacks can be calorie-bombs…laden with sugar and fat. Here’s a healthier alternative to traditional Buffalo wings: (I didn’t have chicken wings on hand when I made this, but I had some drumsticks…they’ll do just as well!)– read more about Healthier Super Bowl Snacking –
This New Year’s found me in Tobermory, Ontario again — right on Georgian Bay at the tip of the Northern Bruce Peninsula. It’s a beautiful place, with crystal clear waters, pristine air, amazing natural scenery and plenty of wildlife. I’ve done a number of weekend fitness retreats based out of Tobermory (make sure you’ve subscribed– read more about Winter Swimming on New Years –
For as long as I can remember, my father has loved playing Santa Claus. Now in his 90s, he still maintains a busy December calendar of charity Santa appearances. And like the jolly old elf himself, he’s continuing to live a productive and fulfilling life well into his golden years. Is there some connection between playing Santa and longevity? Well there– read more about How Playing Santa Can Help You Live Longer –
