Go Green!

This leaf is quickly rising in popularity, and for good reason. Kale is a nutritional powerhouse with tons of cancer-fighting properties, as well as 3g of fiber and 4g of protein per two-cup serving. Also, an exceptional source of health-boosting

Are you ready to strut?

Womens Fitness is now recruiting models for the Show We Care Fashion Show & Gala in support for Womens Cancers and the Wig Salon at Princess Margaret Hospital.  Register on your own or with some girlfriends and make it a…

Add a little Chia

Compared to flaxseeds (a rich source of omega-3s), chia seeds provide more alpha-linolenic acid (or ALA), a type of omega-3 that fights inflammation. They’re also rich in calcium and pack 11 grams of fiber per ounce. Once eaten, chia seeds swell,…

Pinch of Salt?

Salt increases blood pressure, boosting your risk of heart disease and stroke. Eat more fruits and vegetables, read nutrition labels and steer clear of products with high sodium content.

Use A Ball!!

Doing your crunches or sit-ups on a stability ball works more muscle fibers than doing those same reps on the floor because your ab muscles are constantly contracting as you curl forward. On an unsteady surface you use more muscles…