This is the 2nd installment in a 3-part series by Samantha Morris, VP Digital Marketing Now that we’ve started this health conversation, and you’ve asked yourself the hard questions and created some attainable goals, how will you maintain your fire along your journey? The answer is with the right foods. If we have one shot at this life, and one body, we […]

Only a certain few dare to ask themselves whether they can accomplish the ultimate of both physical and mental challenges, and for three daring individuals, the answer was “yes”. One small but deliberate word united them on a crisp fall, New York morning where they stood together, amidst 52,000 others, on the Verrazzano Narrows Bridge at the starting line of […]

In 2018, 59-year-old grandmother, Lou Yerxa, placed second in the Grandmaster Women’s Bikini category (for women 45 and older) at the 2018 GNC Allmax IFBB Pro Flex Lewis Canadian Classic competition in Moncton, New Brunswick.  In the second of our two-part series, we look at Lou’s workout and read her final thoughts on elite-level body building. THE WORKOUT In preparation […]

THE COMPETITION The Canadian Physique Alliance (CPA) is a group of amateur athletes who compete in bodybuilding, physique, figure, fitness, and bikini categories. On June 16th of last year, they held the 2018 GNC Allmax IFBB Pro Flex Lewis Canadian Classic competition in Moncton, New Brunswick, featuring men’s and women’s competitions in more than 30 categories. Lou Yerxa, a 59-year-old […]

BBQ and patio season is almost here. Here’s a light and delicious side for entertaining! This recipe serves 4: 2 roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade) 3 tbsp olive oil, plus more for serving 1 15oz can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained ½ lemon, zested and juiced 2 tbsp tahini 1 tsp salt Add roasted red peppers, chickpeas, lemon zest […]

Spring comfort food is here! This recipe serves 6: 1 small white onion, diced 2 medium broccoli (stalks and florets) 1 carrot, shredded 1 celery stalk, finely diced 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 2 cups milk of choice ¼ cup butter (separated) ¼ cup flour 2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese salt and pepper to taste Chop broccoli florets […]

Planning a get together this weekend? This salad is great prepared in advance for a crowd! Makes 6 side salads: 1 medium sweet potato, cubed 1 parsnip, peeled and cubed 2 medium carrots, peeled and cubed 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (separated) 1 (15 oz) can mixed beans, drained and rinsed ½ small red onion, finely chopped ½ cup […]

With cooler temperatures approaching, keep warm with our comforting Chicken Pho recipe! This recipe serves 6 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped 1 small onion, diced 1 tbsp minced ginger 2 900 ml cartons low-sodium chicken broth 2 zucchinis, spiralized 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced ¼ cup cilantro, chopped […]

It is fascinating to see how much we are learning about food today. People often say, “You are what you eat.” The truth is, “You are what your body gets from what you eat.” There is a considerable difference between those statements. The following are examples of modern day food truths that will allow your body to absorb more from […]

This recipe serves 6 1 cup couscous, cooked 2 tart apples, cubed ½ cucumber, cubed ⅓ cup feta cheese, chopped ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped 1 lemon, zested and juiced ½ cup feta, crumbled 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh) ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted salt and […]