By: runningonrealfood.com These carrot cake overnight protein oats are high in protein, packed with nutrition and take just minutes to prepare. Prep them the evening before to wake up to carrot cake for breakfast! Ingredients: Instructions: Notes: To make these without protein powder, reduce the milk to 3/4 cup and add 1-2 tbs…
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The morning of September 9th seemed like an ordinary fall day. The sun was shining, brunch was being enjoyed and some were sleeping in. But inside the walls of 6S Fitness, 18 fitness enthusiasts were pushing their limits, stepping outside their comfort zone and preparing to lift some big weights! The 2023 Hank’s Liftoff was……
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Healthy Grapefruit Paloma Mocktail Ingredients • 2 oz grapefruit juice • 1 oz fresh lime juice • 0.5 – 1 oz maple syrup • Sparkling water • Ice • Sliced limes and grapefruit, for serving Method 1. Add the grapefruit juice, lime juice, and maple syrup to a glass and stir until wel…
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The word macronutrients or macros for short is a fancy term for nutrients that we as humans need to consume to survive. There are 3 essential macronutrients; carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Each individual food contains different proportions of all three macronutrients. Counting macros has gained popularity rec…
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Intermittent fasting in the last few years has been all the rage. And amongst all the hype is the much debated is the tendency of people falling into fasted training. Fasting does have some benefits around blood sugar management and teaching you to distinguish true hunger cues, but strength training in a fasted state may not……
Most people wait until they feel “fitter” to start at a new gym or before starting a new workout routine. We get it. Starting in a completely new environment is scary and no one wants to feel like they are the least fit person in the room. But, starting “fit” defeats the whole purpose of……
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Water is essential for life. Water makes up about 60% of a person’s weight. So, it is no surprise that dehydration can manifest as fatigue, brain fog, dizziness, poor performance, and so much more! We have written on water before, but given the recent heat waves in Toronto and elsewhere, we figured everyone could u…
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Chris joined 6S in October 2021, and has been a welcome addition to the 6S fam ever since! Not only does he work hard in the 6SFit classes, Chris is also testing his strength in Powerlifting. In addition to getting stronger, he has found the training to be a great outlet for stress and mental……
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Walder Wellness, RD. If summer was a flavour, this salad would be it! This summer salad is made with corn, strawberries, avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and basil. Easy, healthy, and SO refreshing! How To Make This Summer Salad This summer salad is BEYOND easy to make! The only cooking involved is steaming the corn – the…
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Is there a difference between a dietitian, nutritionist, and health coach? The answer is yes! Dietitians are regulated health care professionals, just like nurses, physicians and pharmacists. In Ontario, they are regulated by the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and have to complete a degree in food and nutrition from an accred…
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