How Being & Maintaining at an Optimum Level of Fitness has Influenced My Life: Sylvain Cyr

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Many, many, many years ago, on the north shore of the Majestic Saint-Laurent River, I entered this World as one healthy baby boy. My parents were, and are still today true icons of positive energy, optimism, self-discipline, commitment, motivation, and excellence. At 70, both my parents are beaming with their same contagious passion for Life. Now at… [Read Full Story]

Ask The Expert: How to Avoid Running Cramps

How to Avoid Running Cramps

Ask The Expert is a health & fitness advice column. If you have a question for one of our Fitness Goop experts, please email info@fitnessgoop.com. This question was asked by Lori from Vancouver B.C, Canada. I am wanting to know why I get stitches in the side of my stomach when I go for a… [Read Full Story]

Michael George on Keeping Fit in an Unfit Economy

Michael George on Keeping Fit in an Unfit Economy

Michael George is transforming the health and fitness industry with his innovative training philosophies and inspirational voice. As one of Hollywood’s most sought after Celebrity Trainers & Fitness Experts, his intention is to strengthen the spirit along with the body. He is the author of, Body Express Makeover: Trim and Sculpt Your Body in Less… [Read Full Story]

Georgia Simmerling: Canadian Olympic Alpine Skier and Proud Canadian

Georgia Simmerling: Canadian Olympic Alpine Skier and Proud Canadian

When alpine skier Georgia Simmerling gets back on the mountain for her next downhill race, she will have her game face on and ready for any challenges that may cross her path. No more injuries or setbacks, this 21 year old Canadian dynamo is setting her sights on becoming an Olympic champion. If you have… [Read Full Story]

What Kind of Chocolate Do You Want on Valentine’s Day?

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The history of Saint Valentine’s Day has roots back to the Roman Empire. In ancient Rome, February 13 through 15, was an archaic rite connected to fertility. Chocolate has been used as a gift since the days of the Aztec and Mayan people, where they believed that this sweet treat was a source of spiritual… [Read Full Story]

Ask The Expert: Healthy and Fit Travelling Tips

Ask The Expert Healthy and Fit Travelling Tips

Ask The Expert is a health & fitness advice column. If you have a question for one of our Fitness Goop experts, please email info@fitnessgoop.com. This question was asked by Jennifer from Vancouver B.C, Canada. My work requires that I travel and spend time away from home. I am finding it very difficult staying healthy… [Read Full Story]

Skiing Essentials for Keeping You Warm on the Slopes

Skiing Essentials for Keeping You Warm on the Slopes

Ski season is upon us and you have finally decided that this is the season to try out this alpine sport. One of the most important steps you can take in preparing for this adventure will be finding the best gear to keep you warm. A day on the slopes without the proper gear can… [Read Full Story]

Fitness Goop’s Holiday Gift Guide

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It is bitingly cold outside and snowflakes are swirling around outside my window. In the blink of an eye, summer and fall have passed and wintertime is upon us.  The holiday season is right around the corner; In fact it is just one month away, which translates into just a few weeks to get your… [Read Full Story]

Expert Q&A: How Much Weight Should I Be Lifting At the Gym?

Should I Always Lift to Muscle Failure When Strength Training

Ask The Expert is a health & fitness advice column. If you have a question for one of our Fitness Goop experts, please email info@fitnessgoop.com. This question was asked by Robyn from Calgary Alberta, Canada. Recently you published an article advocating muscle failure when strength training. I have begun following this method when I workout… [Read Full Story]

Madonna to Launch Gym Franchise: Hard Candy Fitness

Madonna to Launch Gym Franchise Hard Candy Fitness

The ‘Material Girl’ has been ranked 10th on Forbes most recent Celebrity 100 List with $58 million in earnings. She has starred in numerous independent and Hollywood motion pictures and in 1997 she won the Golden Globe for her role in Evita. She also has published a line of children’s books. Recently she has launched… [Read Full Story]