Total Time: Prep: 10 min. • On the table: 30 min • 6 servings Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp minced garlic 2 fresh hot peppers, seeded and minced 2 cups diced onion 1 tsp chili powder 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped 4 cups cubed sweet potatoes (about 2 sweet potatoes) 1 28-oz …
Total Time: Prep: 25 min. • Cook: 3 hours • 6 servings Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided 1 medium onion, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon ground …
Whether you come into our health club in Burlington to exercise for recreation or you’re a serious athlete, it’s important to stay hydrated. The old adage of “8 glasses a day” is a good start, but it may not be enough if you’re exercising. Hydration means ensuring you drink the right amount of water for …
There’s an overwhelming amount of information out there on weight training. At Womens Fitness Clubs of Canada in Pickering, we want to save you time sifting through the media and cutting through the hype. Weight training doesn’t have to be overly complicated. Following a few principles (or avoiding a few harmful practices) will help you …
Nutrition and Exercise: Building Blocks for Good Health Health and wellness take commitment. And a plan. Nothing complicated, just a dedicated plan for good nutrition and regular exercise. Few things affect our health as much as the food we consume each day. Food fuels our bodies, provides necessary nutrients, satisfies our hunger and pleases our …
Learn about Healthy Snacks at Womens Fitness Clubs of Canada We’re not must a gym. Womens Fitness Clubs of Canada is your health and wellness resource, with a team of certified nutritionists dedicated to helping you reach your goals. Whether you’re seeking a weight loss solution or want to improve your health with more nutritious …
As spring melts into summer and a wider variety of fresh produce arrives in grocery stores and farmer’s markets all over Ontario, it’s tempting to add more fruits and vegetables to your regular diet. But have you ever considered going fully vegetarian or vegan? If so, you’re not alone. Interest in vegan diets is on …
It seems like every day, we hear that consuming eight glasses of water a day is best. But is that really the case? Not necessarily. In a recent study performed in Australia and published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, dehydrated athletes who simply think they’re being rehydrated adequately perform no differently in physical …
During this time of year, it’s easy to get side-tracked thinking of all the great meats and sweets that are traditionally served at parties and big dinner celebrations, not to mention office gatherings, cookie swaps, and activities for kids. So, how do you eat healthy? For one, eat your vegetables. Winter vegetables get a bad …
Chances are you’ve made some dishes with ginger already this fall: from pumpkin pie to saag paneer, ginger is that special ingredient that makes everything taste warm, clean, and inviting. It can dress up pork, enliven fish, and it blends beautifully with tomato and coconut milk. But did you know it can also make you …
