In recent years awareness of vitamin D deficiency and resulting related conditions has increased dramatically. Canadians specifically are affected by this issue with estimates of more than 97% of Canadians being deficient at some point in the year. Vitamin D – long known only as the body’s catalyst for proper calcium absorption – is now known to play a key part in cell growth regulation in the body. The health ramifications appear to be enormous with a reduced risk of breast, colon, ovarian, and prostate cancer as well as multiple sclerosis and diabetes.

Read the rest of this entry »

Tweet This Post

Have you tried using the Woodway Curve self propelled treadmill at both BeachWalk Family Fitness locations? It’s an amazing cardiovascular workout that burns more calories than the traditional motor powered treadmill. It’s IDEAL for doing intervals because you don’t have to wait for the motor to slow down or speed up. It’s just like doing run/walk intervals outdoors.

The Woodway Curve addresses the common concern treadmill runners have about the treadmill doing half the work. Essentially, with the band being moved for you, instead of moving yourself forward on pavement, you are losing out on some of the benefits of running on the road. The curve is not powered by electricity, but instead by the user itself, allowing for the runner to accelerate and decelerate at his or her own pace. Avoiding a treadmill because it is doing half the work is then also no longer necessary.

Read the rest of this entry »

Tweet This Post

If you enjoyed the high protein pancake recipes that I shared in a recent post, you’re going to fall head over heels in love with these high protein crepe recipes.

In 4 out of the 5 high protein crepe recipes below, I add 1 scoop of Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Powder, which you can find behind the counter at BeachWalk Family Fitness. There are 77 servings in the container and it’s a great value. I’ve used both the Double Chocolate and the Cookies and Cream flavours in these recipes and love the taste! Protein powders is definitely not just for shakes. Adding it to your recipes is a great way to boost your protein consumption while adding flavor.

Some of these recipes are ideal for post workout meals or for breakfast, because they are higher in carbs as well as protein. Others are very low carb recipes, for the times when you are cutting back on your carbs a bit.

Read the rest of this entry »

Tweet This Post