Well, tomorrow is September already!!! Wow, this summer flew by fast.. This weekend marked 5 weeks until show time. My fellow competitor (Camille, www.fitpeel.com) and I went to Ottawa to visit our coach for a check-in, posing practice and workout session. We had a great time! That’s the thing about Kim (check out her website!) – She is such a genuinely sweet person who sincerely cares about her clients and their well-being. So, spending time with her is never anxiety-inducin

Time goes so quickly lately. Where did the summer go? Next week it will be September already! The competition is getting closer and closer. I have to admit – I’m getting nervous. I trust the process and believe in the abilities of my coaches (and myself of course) but I worry that I won’t be where I need to be when October 3rd hits. Don’t get me wrong, I love what my body looks like right now. I’ve surpassed where I was before I fell off the bandwagon. I’m so proud of myself,

Today, August 22nd, marks a special day. I am officially 6 weeks out from my competition. But, it’s more than that… Today I am walking alongside my aunt and my sister and about a thousand others in the Weekend to End Women’s Cancers benefitting the Segal Cancer Centre at the Jewish General Hospital. Although the walk is marketed as being in support of women’s cancers (breast and gynecologic) I participate in honor and support of those affected by all types of cancer. I am onl

What is a squat? Why should you do squats? What is a squat? Squats are a complex exercise – meaning they hit every muscle group. They should be a staple in your workout regimen. Stand with your feet slightly wider than hip-width apart. Make sure they are firmly planted in to the ground. Extend your arms out in front of you and begin to lower your body in to a sitting position, focusing on bring your butt back and keeping a neutral spine. Push your knees outwards slightly but

What is a pull up? Why should you do a pull up? What is a pull up? A pull up is an exercise that targets the upper body in particular but works the entire body if done correctly. With your palms facing away from you, grip the pull up bar with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder width. You then pull your entire body up until your chin gets past the bar. Pause, then lower yourself all the way back down. Repeat if you can. Why should you do pull ups? Well first of all

Well my coaches gave me a new plan this past week. Time to step up my game! Back muscles, yay! So far I've definitely noticed changes in my body so I'm excited to see what the diet and exercise changes will bring. My back is getting more defined, and I can feel my tummy getting smaller. Can't wait for those abs to come out! Leaning out! In talking with a friend of mine I have realized how lucky I am. I still go out but no one pressures me to cheat on my plan. I haven't had a