by Schuyler Archambault | Jan 11, 2021 | Fitness
What is protein? It is a macronutrient, that keeps our body tissue strong and can be used as energy source. How much should I eat? According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends you should consume 0.8g per kg of body weight (0.35g/lb) for...
by Schuyler Archambault | Dec 21, 2020 | Fitness, Workouts
Well, that depends on what type of stretching you are talking about. There are several types of stretching, today we will be discussing static and dynamic stretching. Static stretching is when you get into a stretch position and hold for a certain length of time....
by Schuyler Archambault | Nov 8, 2020 | Fitness
How often should I work out? 3-5 days a week is recommended (see my post for how to balance strength training and cardio). The range will depend on your goals and how much time you can/want to dedicate to your health and fitness goals. You don’t have to work out...
by Schuyler Archambault | Sep 27, 2020 | Fitness
So we all know there are benefits to regular exercise. If you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, get stronger, or are an athlete looking to improve performance, you likely have turned toward exercise to help achieve your goals. But, there are more benefits...
by Schuyler Archambault | Sep 13, 2020 | Fitness, Workouts
When you are wondering how much strength training versus how much cardio you should do, the question you really have to ask yourself is what is your goal. Your goal will lead you to how you should train. For example, if your goal is to work on increasing aerobic...
by Schuyler Archambault | Aug 10, 2020 | Fitness, Running
I am always getting the question “what running shoe should I get”, from patients who are runners, friends, and family. The internet is loaded with recommendations for all types of runners, some sources agreeing with others while you’ll find a lot of conflicting...
