Trainmefit Brampton
30 Hale Road, Unit 13 L6W4N9 Brampton, ON, Canada

When Marcia first joined us, she was worried that if she fell she wouldn't be able to get back up. Look at her here . Lindsay works with seniors to help them regain/maintain mobility and independence, as well as to reduce fall risk. . It's never too late to take care of your health! ... . #kinesiology #fallprevention #riskreduction #seniorfitness #mobility #seniorhealth #fitnessforall #fitnessforlife See more

New Nutrition Program Alert! (you may be eligible for coverage) Lindsay (R.Kin, BASc Applied Science in Kinesiology) is offering a 7 week COMMIT TO FIT program to help you say goodBYE 2020 .... If you are tired of stopping and starting and stopping again; of years going by without much positive change to your health, this is for you . HOW IT WORKS . Step 1: complete a virtual assessment with Lindsay to determine your specific fitness & nutrition needs . Step 2: record 3 days of food in MyFitnessPal & complete intake questionnaires . Step 3: schedule your workouts each week and send to Lindsay (you can do workouts on your own, join TMF's virtual training, go for walks, etc) . Step 4: receive a personalized nutrition plan and begin tracking your food . You MUST: Record your food EVERY DAY and submit your food logs 2x per week . Exercise! It doesn't matter how, but workouts have to be a part of your plan . Incorporate your weekly feedback from Lindsay into every subsequent week. . Check ins are done virtually & via email . This program will be WORK. But if you are ready to finally create lasting change this is for you. . A qualified health professional + evidence based approaches = opportunity for long term success. . Fee: $499 + tax (~$71+tax per week for weekly personalized nutrition plans, 2 weekly check ins, and weekly next steps). (Note: if a need for improved nutrition is found after the assessment, you may be eligible for coverage through your extended insurance. Services provided by R.Kins are deductible as medical expenses on your yearly income tax). . Email [email protected] or DM us to secure your spot! #kinesiology #health #fitness #committofit #kinesiologist #weightloss #nutrition #committoyourself #investinyourself #healthscience #takecareofyourself #virtuallearning #virtualhealthcare #bodycomposition #BramptonGym #MoreThanAGym

GIFT CERTIFICATES NOW AVAILABLE . Gift certificates can be purchased in any amount and put towards any service. . Virtual training (group or private)... . Community fitness (group training when we are allowed back into the gym) . Personalized nutrition programs . Personalized at home exercise routines . DM or email [email protected] for info . #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #BramptonFitness #BramptonGym #BramptonHealth #VirtualTraining #VirtualGym #AtHomeWorkouts #TrainMeFit #SmallBusiness #Gym #Fitness #Christmas #Hanukkah #GiftCertificates #BramptonProud #BramptonLife #BramptonMoms #BramptonSalons See more

Keep reading for ways to keep healthy during the lockdown! . Just because you can't go to the gym doesn't mean you can't still progress in your fitness . Flexibility is a huge component of success - any type of success. Here is our time to be flexible. . Virtual training means that:... - you are accountable to a coach - workouts are programmed for you - your form is still monitored for safety - modifications are provided - you maintain and even IMPROVE your health during another lockdown . With your virtual training membership you will also receive daily pre recorded demos so that you can do the workout on your own if you miss the live class. . Current virtual training schedule: Mon-Thurs - 715am, 515pm, 6pm Fridays - 715am, 515pm Saturdays - 8am and 9am . Virtual training membership fees: - $59 + tax per month per person - $106 + tax per month for two people of the same household - $159 + tax per month for 3+ people of the same household . If virtual training isn't your thing, but you want some accountability and help staying on track with your goals you can check in virtually with our coaches - 15 min check in with strategies for moving forward, $40 + tax With a little flexibility, discipline & support we can get through this together #VirtualGym #VirtualTraining #VirtualTrainer #BramptonTraining #BramptonGym #MoreThanAGym #VirtualFitness #BramptonMoms #Brampton #PeelRegion #PeelLockdown #Covid19 #BramptonHealth #BramptonProud

You want to workout more. You want to eat better. You want to lose weight. You want to sleep more. But week after week, month after month, even year after year, nothing changes. Why? . We have to stop relying on willpower. Willpower sucks. It's fleeting, unreliable and too dependent on external factors (stress, time, mood, energy, etc). So what does that leave us? Discipline. Habits. Work ethic. PLANS. . It's not enough to say "I'm going to workout 4 times this week". That'...s more like a wish. What's the plan? Did you schedule your workouts into your calendar? Did you tell your coach you're coming? Did you prepare your workout clothes, snacks you may need? Did you think about what barriers may come up to prevent you from attending and write down what you're going to do to overcome them? . It's not enough to say "I'm going to eat better". What's the plan? Did you log all the food you plan to eat the night before to evaluate your calories, macronutrients and micronutrients ahead of time? Did you do groceries on the weekend? Did you prepare easy-to-grab fruits and veg? Did you foresee upcoming events that are likely to throw you off track and create a plan of action? . If you keep relying on willpower or the "I'm just going to do it" method, nothing is going to change. Change is work. Change is planning. Change is evaluating, refocusing and planning again. Change is being organized. Change is being uncomfortable. Change requires so much more than willpower. Change requires work. . If you need help getting started, you know where to find us! #BramptonFitness #BramptonGym #MoreThanAGym #BramptonTrainer #Brampton #PeelRegion #Fitness #Exercise #Nutrition #WeightLoss #BramptonSalons #BramptonMoms #BramptonSports #Brampton Proud #ProactiveHealth #HealthCare See more

Small business owners in your community are worried. Covid-19 numbers are climbing & Public Health is warning that if we don't stop these increases further restrictions are imminent. The small gyms, restaurants & shops in your community can't survive continual shut downs. . If you want to be able to go to the gym. If you want to be able to visit restaurants. If you want to be able to go out to shop. If you want your community members to keep their employment. If you want you...r economy (that requires small businesses to be successfull) to survive...you have listen to Public Health. . Don't gather with people outside your home. . Wear masks. . Stay 6 feet apart. . Self-isolate if you are symptomatic. . The only way through this pandemic is together. Please consider the small businesses, the families who run them, and the staff they employ as you move through this pandemic. . Thank you #PeelRegion #Covid19 #Brampton #BramptonBusiness #SmallBusiness #BramptonCommunity #Community #StayHome #WearAMask #BramtonGym #BramptonRestaurants #InThisTogether #PublicHealth See more

I almost skipped my workout the other day because there was so much laundry to put away and not enough time to do both. And then I thought "WTF am I thinking?! Getting my workout in is so much more important than the laundry!" . Life is busy and weird right now. We're a little all over the place, & for many of us trying to keep the house running while we work in it is making us pull our hair out. Even if you're not working from home, time is tight & there is always so mu...ch to do. . But what REALLY needs to be done? Let's talk PRIORITIES. . Your health is more important than the laundry. Youre health is more important than the dishes. Your health is more important than the floors. Your health is more important than emails & text messages. Your health is more important than clutter. . I know we need to keep our houses running & can't let chaos totally take over, but we CAN let go of a few things to give ourselves time to take care of our own health. . Your kids do not value cleanliness over your health and your participation in their lives. Your kids do not value an immaculate house over your longevity. Neither does your spouse. Or your parents. Or your friends. . Time is tight, so prioritize the things that actually add REAL value to your life. . Getting healthy food into your body and the bodies of your family. Incorporating physical activity into each day. Getting sufficient sleep. If applicable, tending to your mental health (with which the above will help). . Ask for help if you need it. Do you need help with time management? With communicating to your family? With meal prep? With incorporating more activity? Reach out, we got you. . Your health is more important than laundry. We mourn the loss of health. We mourn the loss of life. We do not mourn the laundry. . #FitnessForAll #BramptonHealth #HealthyHabits #BramptonMoms #BramptonDads #BramptonSoccer #BramptonHockey #BramptonSports #PeelRegion #BramptonGym #BramponTrainer #MoreThanAGym See more

Lots of dancing this morning to stay warm. Love how positive and resilient our members are #bramptonstrong #bramptonbeauty #bramptonhealth #dance #blessed #bramptonfitness #outdoors #healthfocused #strong #bramptonworkout

Stage 2...again. We will get through this...again! We can help you maintain your fitness, manage your mental health, and find something positive to focus on for the next few weeks . . Outdoor classes as long as weather allows . Social distancing, mask protocols & hygiene measures still apply ... . More virtual classes available on the schedule . Email [email protected] or DM us to book a free trial class . #BramptonHealth #BramptonGym #bramptonlife #BramptonFitness #BramptonTrainers #VirtualGym #VirtualTraining #Brampton #BramptonMoms #BramptonDads #CrossFit #Gym #Fitness See more

10 live, coached classes per week . Video demos provided so if you miss the class, you can still get your workout in . No equipment required, but equipment will be incorporated if you have it ... . $59 + HST per month, no commitment . Free trial classes available . Email [email protected] or send us a message to book your free trial . #VirtualTraining #VirtualGym #BramptonGym #BramptonTrainers #VirtualFitness #AtHomeWorkout #MoreThanAGym #Brampton #PeelRegion #Fitness #BramptonFitness #BramptonMoms #BramptonSalons #BramptonNails #BramptonBasketball #Exercise #BramptonHockey #BramptonSoccer #BramptonTennis #BramptonProud #Health #BramptonEvents See more

doi.org/10.3390/nu11102393 . POLYPHENOLS Phenolic compounds come from plants. Several studies demonstrated that phenolic compounds create higher levels of benefical microbes in the gut & can decrease microbes assoc. w/ obesity caused by diet. More research needs to be done, but given that we know that more fruits & veg consistently result in less chronic disease, current findings make sense! .... HIGH GLUCOSE/FRUCTOSE The Western Diet (WD) is high in glucose & fructose, which is suspected to negatively impact the gut. A mouse study found that mice fed high glucose or fructose diets had lower levels of good bacteria, higher levels of bad bacteria, 2.5-fold increased gut permeability (bad), & higher levels of inflammatory markers in the colon than mice fed a normal diet. Mice aren't humans, but we do know that high levels of sugar are assoc. w/ poorer health outcomes, so this makes sense too! . WESTERN DIET WD is high in total fat, animal proteins & refined sugars. It's been shown that high fat/high sugar diets increase bad bacterias & gut dysbiosis. Children eating a WD showed gut dysbiosis compared to those eating a diet high in plant based foods & low in lipis & animal protein . When the microbiota of US ppl were compared to those from Venezuela or Malawi, US had least microbial diversity (assoc. w/ poorer gut function). Animal protein appears to increase bile-tolerant microorganisms & decrease microbes that help metabolize plants (if not metabolized, we don't get benefits). Bile tolerant microbes can survive in the stomach & protect themselves w/ protective wall, making them resistant to antibiotics & our immune systems, causing potentially harmful health effects in humans. Studies suggest that additives found in WD cause dysbiosis, inflammation & alter the mucosal membrane of the intestines. That WD causes dysbiosis in the gut leading to obesity & metabolic disease is widely supported. . SUMMARY Eat real food, get a healthier gut! See more

Pictured above: a few of the bad*** teachers we train (there are many more here at TMF)! . Our members and many of our close friends are teachers and we are always amazed when we hear about all of the things they do to create a safe and motivational space for their students, despite the many challenges they face. Teachers do not just teach anymore. They are counsellors, nurses, social workers, food banks, advocates, coaches...the list could go on. .... Especially now, we appreciate our teachers. We know this year hasn't been and won't be easy, but we know that because of YOU our kids are going to be okay. . Treat yo self (in a healthy way ) . . #worldteachersday #nationalteacherday #Brampton #peelregion #teachers #teachersofinstagram #teacherappreciation #teacherlife #Bramptongym #bramptontrainers See more

So happy to see our members getting after it on a Monday. This is @joellemcn hitting the workout of the day Did you know we offer coach lead online fitness classes? Did you know that we also offer a video breakdown on how to perform the workout safely on your own if you can't make a class time? ... Did you know that our in person membership also includes our online options as well? Now you know!! Online membership starting at $59/month #bramptonhealth #onlinefitness #functionaltraining #bramptonbeauty #bramptonmoms #bramptondads #bramptonfitness #brampton #peel #bramptonproud #squats #bramptongyms #bramptonworkout

Last #obesity post we talked about how excess fat causes dysfunction. Is this always the case? Maybe not. . Metabolically Healthy Obese (MHO) appear to avoid the complications of obesity (or of the Metabolically Unhealthy Obese, MUO) despite having the same BMI. It is debated whether this is a permanent state, or a "honeymoon phase" until dysfunction kicks in, but there do appear to be genetic differences between the 2 phenotypes. The known differences, among a few other th...ings, change the type of fat from subcutaneous (in MHO) to visceral & ectopic (in MUO), the latter of which seems to initiate the processes that cause dysfunction. http://ow.ly/YyWQ50BrOhI . So what can we do?! . High levels of free fatty acids in the blood can lead to insulin resistance (IR), a trait of MUO. Exercise (min 150 min per week) can lower these levels. You can also speak w/ your MD about pharmaceutical intervention. . The presence of intramuscular fat combined with low oxidative capacity (fitness) can lead to IR. Improving oxidative capacity (done via exercise ) appears to decrease IR (Pan et al. Diabetes 46: 983-988, 1997) . Weight loss, whether from diet or exercise, reduces Reactive Lipid Species (RLS) in muscle. RLS contribute to IR, mitochondrial damage & oxidative stress (MUO). So weight loss can decrease IR! (Dube et al Diabetologia 2011) . You are NOT doomed if you are obese. There are interventinons available that can improve your health & prevent disease progression. Ensure you have a trusted healthcare provider on your team. And remember, ENERGY EXPENDITURE PREDICTS PROGRESSION OF DISEASE MORE THAN OVERALL FITNESS! Translation: if you can go for a walk, you can change your health. (And if walking isn't possible, we can help you find an activity that works). . #Obesity #Diabetes #InsulinResistance #Diabesity #BramptonGym #MoreThanaGym #BramptonTrainer #ExerciseScience #HealthScience #BramptonMoms #BramptonSalon #BramptonProud #Brampton #VirtualTraining See more

How much you move matters more than your overall fitness. . Walk. . Bike.... . Run. . Swim. . Dance. . Lift. . Find activities that are realistic & enjoyable for you. Let them add years to your life. . Study: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article . . #exerciseismedicine #exercisemotivation #exercisescience #exercisephysiology #moveyourbody #Bramptonhealth #bramptonmoms #Bramptongym #Bramptontrainer #BramptonProud See more

Tip #3 didn't make it into our original post! It's an important one, so here it is!

It's about to get crazy for a lot of you. Teachers, parents, students (both young and post-secondary) have a crazy week ahead of them. Even if you aren't involved in the school system, if you've been working from home we know you've faced challenges: Back pain . Weight gain .... Burn out . To name a few. . So check out a few simple tips we have for improving your energy, your back & your health! . And GOOD LUCK this week to everyone who needs it!! . #Brampton #teachersofinstagram #peelregion #workfromhome #fitness #committoyourself #Bramptonhealth #Bramptongym #bramptontrainers #Bramptongym #bramptonmoms #momlife #dad #bramptondads #backtoschool2020 #classofcovid19 See more

Have you subscribed to the TrainMeFit Brampton YouTube channel? . Figure out what exactly it is we do at our gym . Get an idea of who the trainers are... . Watch easy-to-understand videos on health issues that are likely affecting you or someone you love on the Chronic Disease Education playlist. . Subscribe now to catch weekly videos on obesity, it's causes, implications, and interventions . #youtube #Brampton #Morethanagym #KnowledgeisPower #chronicdisease #knowyourbody #Bramptonhealth #Bramptongym #bramptonlife #Bramptonhealth #Bramptonproud #Bramptontrainer See more

Image/info :10.3810/psm.2010.04.1764 / JF Burr How does excess fat cause dysfunction? Fat is NOT inactive; it is an organ that changes how other organs function. . W/ obesity fat cells increase in # & size. Increased size leads to reduced blood flow & cell death. Cell death triggers macrophages that release inflammatory factors. These factors increase fatty acids (FA) & decrease adiponectin, leading to an inflammatory state. ... . Adiponectin stimulates AMPK (activates glucose & FA uptake) & metabolism of FA & triglycerides. It reduces glucose production in liver, increases glucose uptake, improves insulin sensitivity. Obesity often causes adiponectin RESISTANCE. . Leptin decreases appetite (the "full" signal) & decreases fat accumulation in non-fat cells. Important to keep fat from storing in dangerous places (i.e. viscerally/around organs). Leptin increases w/ increasing BMI causing leptin RESISTANCE. . Excess fat causes metabolic dysregulation in many ways (see images!); only 3 are highlighted here. Can we stop this dysfunction? YES. Stay tuned! #obesity #obesityisadisease #inflammation #hormones #metabolicdysfunction #prediabetes #prediabetic #Bramptonhealth #Bramptontrainer #Bramptongym #Bramptonfitness #Brampton #virtualgym #virtualtrainer @ Brampton, Ontario

Who's hitting the gym today for some #fridayflex ??? Want a fun, supportive, form focused place to workout? Come join us for a free trial class!!... DM or email [email protected] #friyay #benchpress #womenwholift #healthfocused #brampton #bramptonfitness #bramptonhealth #peelvillage #bramptonlashes #bramptonbeauty #bramptonproud #formfirst #flex #onlinefitness

Last week we established #obesityisadisease . Now let's talk about its causes, because it is not always simply an excess of calories and/or a lack of movement. Personally we think lack of education is also a cause, which is why we strive to provide reliable health info. . The following info is summarized from "Let's talk about the causes of obesity" http://ow.ly/LS6x50B7yN2 . 1) Excess Calories. Notable reasons for our increased intake: snacking (food in addition to meals), ...take out food (high fat, high sugar), alcohol consumption. . 2) Empty Calories. The type of food we eat matters beyond calories. "Ultra-processed foods" might be especially to blame (chips, ice cream, white bread, candy, cake). These foods are created using fat, salt, etc to make our brain want more & more. They're also void of any nutrients so the body doesn't recognize it as real food and therefore doesn't realize its full, causing hyperphagia. . 3) Genetics. Evidence sugests #genetics contribute to 40 - 70% of obesity cases. Over 200 genes are strongly associated with obesity. This does not necessarily mean you are destined for #obesity, but it increases the likelihood. . 4) Obesogenic Environments. Social, economic, cultural & surroundings. Exs: huge portion sizes, targeted marketing & socioeconomic factors (ex Black and Latinx communities tend to have less acess to healthy food). . 5) Medications. Corticosteroids, SSRIs, anti-depressants, MAOIs, antipsychotics, hormonal birth control, insomnia meds, high BP meds, anti-seizure & epilepsy meds & even certain Type II diabetes meds are linked to weight gain or obesity. . 6) #Stress. Chronic stress increases cortisol, promoting fat accumulation. Cortisol is closely linked with excess weight. . 7) Poor #sleep. Ghrelin (a hunger-sginalling hormone) is increased with fatigue. Plus, if you're up later you have more time to eat! . These factors do not exist in isolation. The interplay makes #obesity complex. See more

Firstly, what is obesity? The Obesity Society defines it as an excess of body fat, where "excess" means an amount significant enough to reduce longevity and/or health (not a BMI higher than 30). . Secondly, what is a disease? A disease impairs normal functioning and has distinct signs and symptoms. . In 2013, after 3 decades of research, the American Medical Association named obesity a disease. YES. Obesity IS a disease. ... . The Obesity Medicine Association defines obesity as a chronic, relapsing, multi-factorial, neurobehavioral disease, wherein an increase in body fat promotes adipose tissue dysfunction and abnormal fat mass physical forces, resulting in adverse metabolic, biomechanical, and psychosocial health consequences. . Why is this significant? Calling obesity a disease means we have to recognize its complexities. Obesity is not always caused by inactivity & overeating. Obesity is seldom solved by eating less & moving more. Naming obesity a disease means that resources need to be put into finding solutions that work, because it is not a "behavioural dysfunction" as originally thought. . Plus, there is real problem in our healthcare system with bias towards those w/ obesity. Multiple studies have shown that patients w/ obesity do not receive proper care due to the biases/judgements of their healthcare providers. They have also shown that those w/ obesity avoid doctors b/c they often have such a negative experience at clincs. . Obesity is a COMPLEX issue. Over the next few weeks we are going to attempt to break it down. What are the causes of of obesity? Can you be healthy & have obesity? How does excess fat impact your physiological function? Does the type of fat matter? Does the location matter? How can we begin to create intervention strategies that actually work?? . If you have specific questions, DM us! . #obesity #obesityisadisease #obesitybias #BramptonTrainer #BramptonGym #BramptonFitness #ExerciseScience #HealthScience See more

This year we sponsored @bramsunited Girls Soccer Club - the club Lindsay grew up playing for . While we know the players haven't had the season they hoped for, it's amazing to see how many opportunities to improve skills and leadership the club now has to offer. . Thanks to @bramsunited for making this great video for #sponsorsunday . Virtual training memberships now available! ... . #Brampton #bramsunited #GirlsSoccer #Bramptontrainer #Bramptonhealth #Bramptonsoccer #Bramptonfitness #Bramptonhealth #bramptonmoms #Bramptongym #bramptonlife #BramptonProud #bramptonsports See more

We've had such a fun first week back in the gym . Thank you to our members for being so mindful of the new procedures, and so patient with all of the changes that were thrown at them the past few months. . This week Lindsay has also been able to see her personal training clients for the first time in months and is SO PROUD of all of them, as their dedication to their health through the quarantine is evident. ... . We feel very fortunate to work with such an inspiring group of people, whether it be virtually, in group training, or personal training. . #Bramptontrainer #Bramptonfitness #Bramptongym #Brampton #Bramptonhealth #bramptonlife #bramptonmoms #Bramptonproud #healthylifestyle #fitnessjourney #exerciseismedicine @ Brampton, Ontario See more

Virtual Only Memberships now available! You can now train with us from ANYWHERE! . If you're not ready or able to get back into a gym, we have you covered . - live, coached workouts (receive feedback, modifications, and support)... - 36 classes per month - pre recorded workout demos are sent to members in case you can't attend the live versions - equipment not required, but will be incorporated if you have it . For those who want the best of both worlds, the TMF in-person membership includes the Virtual Membership package . Note that to receive the mutli-person discount, members must reside at the same address . Visit www.MyTrainMeFit.com for a full list of services . #Brampton #virtual #virtualworkout #virtualgym #Bramptontrainer #Bramptonfitness #bramptonmoms #Bramptongym #Bramptonproud #bramptonbasketball #Bramptonhealth #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthy #fitnessjourney #fitnessgoals #workout @ Brampton, Ontario See more

We ready. #6ft #Bramptonfitness #Bramptontrainer #Bramptongym #bramptonlife #bramptonproud #healthylifestyle #peelregion #bramptonmoms

Phase 3 is finally here!! TrainMeFit classes will move back into the gym on Tuesday Members will receive an email this afternoon with full details on the plan for a safe return to the gym. In addition to sanitization procedures and ensuring that classes do not overlap, we are asking members to follow a few steps that will help keep our members and their families safe.... #Bramptontrainer #Bramptonfitness #Bramptongym #Brampton #Bramptonproud #covid19 #bramptonlashes #bramptonmakeupartist #bramptonlife @ Brampton, Ontario

Are you familiar with the hip hinge (pictured here)? Or "momentous lifting?" What about how to sneeze so that you don't stress your low back? . These specific movement patterns, and many more, are part of a concept called "Spine Hygiene". Spine hygiene ensures that our daily movement patterns do not cause added stess or pain to our back. We can't become pain free, or injury resilient, if movements we repeatedly do (ex. brushing teeth, vaccuuming, bending over) are flawed. .... I often find that clients are great at implementing spine hygiene when they're dealing with an acute bout of pain; however, they drop the good habits once the pain subsides. Eventually, they end up injured again. . Spine hygiene is important for everyone - from those recovering from injury to those who want to avoid injury in the first place. . Questions about low back pain or pain during exercise? Lindsay will be be booking assessments to addresss back pain during activities of daily living as soon as Brampton hits Phase 3! #lowbackpain #spinehygiene #Bramptonfitness #backmechanic #lowback #lowbackrehab #BramptonFitness #BramptonGym #BramptonMoms #BramptonProud #BramptonSalons #BramptonSports

Why is the rate of Type II Diabetes so high in South Asian adults & how can we effectively prevent disease onset? . This 2018 study analyzed skeletons as old as 11,000 years from varying regions in South Asia to identify whether the low lean mass in the South Asian population is a long term adaptation to ecological circumstance, or a more recent change brought on by dietary changes and the stresses of colonization. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-46960-9 .... The study concluded that low lean mass in South Asians was an ancient adaptation, probably in response to life in a hot climate. Driving the low lean mass may be a genetic variation that limits Myostatin - a gene responsible for muscle mass. . Why is low lean mass (ie low muscle mass) driving up Type II Diabetes rates? Muscle mass is a safe storage space for glucose; rather than it sitting in our blood and damaging our organs, glucose can saftely be stored as glycogen in the musle. During/after exercise, muscle has the ability to pull glucose out of the blood WITHOUT insulin An increase in non-lean mass (ie fat mass) damages the metabolic system because adipose (fat) tissue acts as its own organ, interfering with the signalling pathways of other organs and creating dysfunctional metabolic signalling . So do your genetics mean you're doomed? NO! Multiple studies have shown that lifestyle intervention can reduce the rate of Type II Diabetes development in South Asian adults. One meta-analysis found the risk to be reduced by 35% (doi: 10.1007/s00125-019-4905-2) . As an exercise scientist, my initial thought is to increase lean muscle mass! If we know that low lean mass increases risk of Type II Diabetes, then we can help clients/patients learn how to use resistance training as a proactive health strategy. . Many factors incl cultural, historical, socioeconomic, etc., will impact any community's success with health care. It is important for you, as the patient, to have discussions with your HCP that focus on what is realistic for YOU. A proactive approach can result in positive health outcomes, despite genetics! #SouthAsian #Diabetes #Brampton #Prevention #Patientcentredcare #healthcare #BramptonGym #HealthScience #ExerciseScience See more

What decreases your risk of disease/death more: aerobic training or strength training? .. .. .. ..... BOTH! Exercise is NON NEGOTIABLE (if you want to live a long, healthy, independent life). .. A study published in July of this year followed 479, 856 adults and divided them into 4 groups based on their self-reported physical activity: . 1) insufficient physical activity (not meeting National guidelines). 2) aerobic only. 3) strength only. 4) aerobic + strength. . At a median follow up of 8.75 years those who did only strength training OR only aerobic training had a significantly reduced risk of all cause mortality; an even larger reduced in risk was found in adults who engaged in both aerobic + strength training. . It is noteworthy that the same patterns were found when specific causes of death were evaluated, like cancer, cardiovascular disease and lower respiratory tract disease. . What are the guidelines?? Swipe to see them . Remember, more is better. . If you want to be disease free. . If you want to maintain your independence. . If you want to increase your chances of living a long life... . You HAVE to exercise. Period. . If your actions aren't lining up with your values (i.e. you want to be healthy but you aren't currently physically active), we can help. . Walking is a great place to start! Study: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.m2031 #exerciseismedicine #Brampton #fitness #strengthtraining #conditioning #aerobiccapacity #exercise #Bramptongym #Bramptontrainer #Bramptonfitness #healthscience #kinesiology @ Brampton, Ontario

Outdoor CF workouts are back! Personal training is back! Not comfortable going out yet? Online CF classes and PT are still available!... Are you ready to get back to the gym? Are you ready to make a healthy change? Are you ready to join our amazing community of people? Send us a DM. We can help you #communityfitness #socialdistancingfun #getmoving #homeworkoutbrampton #gymlife #gymfriends #fitness #healthylifestyle #preventativehealth #preventativehealthcare @ Trainmefit Brampton

Another benefit to an independent gym? We can easily implement policies and procedures to keep you safe without sacrificing your workout during a pandemic. . When we get back to the gym you can expect: Gaps between class times to ensure groups of people don't cross paths ... Boxed out spots on the gym floor to ensure each member stays in their designated zone No shared equipment during your workout (what's yours is yours for the hour) Equipment cleaned and laid out for you prior to the start of class Shower will be closed until further notice Limits on number of members allowed in each change room at a time Continued virtual sessions for those who aren't ready to be back in the space We will implement changes as mandated by the province as the situation involves. We aren't allowed to reopen yet, but we will be ready when we are! #bramptonbusiness #bramptonfitness #BramptonGyms #Bramptontrainers #bramptonsalon #bramptonsports #BramptonMoms #bramptonbasketball #bramptonsalon #BramptonLife #covid19 #fitness #fitmom #fitdad

Any business. Big to small. Franchises to independents. Restaurants to handmade soaps. Open or not during Phase 1. . Remember to check out AfroBiz.ca for a list of Canadian blacked owned businesses - if you're not on the list send them an e-mail! . #BlackBusinesses #BlackEntreprenuers #Brampton #BramptonBusinesses #SupportLocal #ShopLocal

We can't stress this enough!! If you return to poor movement patterns when your workout is over you are propelling yourself towards injury . We spend a large portion of the class - EVERY class - reviewing proper movement patterns so that your workout is safe. We remind everyone that patterns learned in class need to be applied outside of class. . TRX/Ring Rows = pulling a door open... . Squats = getting on/off couches, chairs, toilets & in/out of cars . Deadlifts = picking up laundry baskets, kids, soil . Hip Hinges = putting something in a low cupboard, laundry machine, washing your hands/face at the sink . Push Ups = mowing the lawn, pushing a stroller . Shoulder Press = changing a lightbulb, reaching to a high cupboard . And the phrase we say at least 100x per day "glutes tight, core braced, shoulders set!" should precede your movements. . You can relate all of your daily movements back to an exercise we do in class. Set yourself up the same way for both. . If you move correctly in class 2-6 hours per week, but incorrectly the other ~120 waking hrs you are breaking yourself down more than you are building yourself up. . Breakdown > Buildup = Injury. . Our ultimate goal is to create healthy, resilient humans. Apply what you learn in the gym (mental fortitude, self-confidence, movement patterns, etc) to your daily life to become unstoppable! #MoveWell #BackMechanic #LifeLongLearning #BramptonCrossFit #CrossFitBrampton #Brampton #BramptonProud #BramptonMoms #BramsUnited #BramptonHockey #BramptonBasketball #BramptonCommunity #BramptonGyms #BramptonFitness #BramptonTrainers #BramptonGyms #BramptonSalons

You know who you are. When you're on, you're ON. You workout 5-7x per week . You prep ALL the meals . Your health & fitness game is on point...when life allows. ....... When something comes up - a busy week at work, a familly member needs extra help, a busy weekend causes you to miss meal prep, you eat one "bad" meal, you miss one workout because you're not feeling well, etc - the "f**k it" approach takes over. ....... And when that "f**k it" approach kicks in, it i...s hard to turn it off. It can ruin your whole week, and suddenly a week turns into a month. All because you had one or two off moments. ....... "Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." We say that a lot here at CFB. Success is not made in one day, nor is it broken in one day. Or one meal. Or one missed workout. Or one off week. Success is the SUM of your efforts. You just have to ensure the majority of your efforts move you towards your goals. ....... I've seen the "all or nothing" approach sabotage a lot of hard work. Life is messy. Life is ultimately unpredictable. If we don't learn how to be flexible in our methods, success is much more difficult. ....... So the next time you get thrown off your game, roll with it. Be flexible with your schedule. Allow yourself to forgive and forget so that you can return immediately to your healthy habits. If you're waiting for life to allow you the space you want to get this done the way you imagine it, it's probably not going to happen. ...... The ability to adust is a life skill. Success is the sum of your efforts. And you are worth the effort it takes. #Successisthesumofyourefforts #youreworthit #fitnessforall #flexibilewithyourmethods #BramptonFitness #BramptonMoms #BramptonCommunity #BramptonProud #BramptonGym #BramptonTrainers #BramptonBasketball #BramptonHockey #BramsUnited See more

...During a pandemic. . I want to preface this post by stating it is not a push for toxic positivity. You are allowed to have hard moments & feelings. Life events that have minimal "silver linings" are going to occur. I'm talking about getting through the day to day here. And I'm talking about giving yourself a fighting chance. . Event + Our Response to Event = STRESS LEVEL. This is stress mediation. The term "stress management" implies we have limited power against th...e stresses thrown at us. In "stress mediation" we have control over 50% of the eqation. . I HATE when ppl tell me not to worry about the things I can't control; why would I worry about the things I CAN control? A happy medium exists; we have to focus on the controllable aspects of of an uncontrollable situation. . We can't control a global pandemic. But we can control what we do with our time. We can control our daily routine so that we give ourselves the chance to be mentally & physically okay. . From the W.H.O.: *Have a Routine!!* 1. Get up & go to sleep at similar times each day 2. Keep up w/ personal hygiene 3. Eat healthy meals at regular times 4. Exercise regularly 5. Allocate time for working AND time for resting 6. Make time for doing things you enjoy. BUT what if a mental health condition is being exasperated by the pandemic? 1. The same advice applies - creating a routine will help regulate mental health 2. If you were receiving treatment (medication, therapy, etc) continue it throughout the pandemic. 3. If you are too depressed or anxious to create these routines (even with the push from friends & family) TELL SOMEONE. There are resources available to help you. . If you see someone struggling, TALK TO THEM. Don't wait for them to come to you. Help ppl you love find the support they need. . This advice isn't easy. It's work. But we know that you are worth the effort it takes. And we are here to help if you need support.

let's talk about Vitamin D! . Is it really a vitamin? . Can it alleviate high blood pressure?... . Can deficiency cause MS? . Can it decrease the severity of #covid19 infection? . Check out Lindsay's latest video on the @crossfitbrampton YouTube channel. Subscribe to see more videos! https://youtu.be/CdnCcp9ej90

Happy Mother's Day! . We know this year has been a tough one, especially if you have young kids at home. On top of everything else you do you now have to steer your family through a pandemic, ensure the kids are doing their school work, and try to keep your couped up family sane . . Plus, you're still trying to take care of yourself, whatever that looks like for you.... . We see you Mama's and Mama Figures. We all wish we had your #momstrength . #mothersday #momstrong #strongher #BramptonMoms #mom #momlife

We got to chat with the co-found of @FanSaves about how their Gift Certificate Program is helping @CrossFitBrampton during Covid-19. Give this interview a watch and learn how you can buy a gift certificate from us to use once things get back to normal. Thank you to @BramsUnited for supporting their sponsors! https://youtu.be/ykPyDY63WdI

Sneak peek into CrossFit Brampton Productions Big things coming soon for our community! Stay tuned #VirtualTrainers #youtubefitness #crossfitbrampton #crossfitonline #instructionalvideos #movementbreakdowns #formfirst #crossfit #bramptonbusiness #bramptongoodlife #bramptonfitness #bramptonhealth

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