Exercise & Nutrition Tidbits


Kilimanjaro ‘Ascent for Alzheimers 2012’

  Do you have what it takes to hike Mt. Kilimanjaro? More than 160 Ascent for Alzheimer’s alumni had it…they hiked Mt. Kilimanjaro to raise funds for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. What about YOU? YES, because: I love a challenge, both mentally and physically! Knowing that the number of people living […]

Ascent on Kilimanjaro

Pre Christmas Snowshoes

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening….. In the lane, snow is glistening….. A beautiful sight, we are happy tonight (today)….. Snowshoeing in a winter wonderland! Now if that just doesn’t make you want to strap on your snowshoes and come out & play!! Let’s go snowshoeing and celebrate the pre-Christmas […]


“Younger Next Year – Turn back your biological clock” (Crowley & Lodge)

Sounds intriguing, doesn’t it.  This is my new goal – to become younger next year and live Strong, Fit & Sexy until well into my 80’s, 90’s and beyond.   And how will I do this you ask?   Dr. Henry S. Lodge, co-author of this fantastic book has 7 basic rules […]


Natural Trekking partners with USANA Health Products

Image Source: USANA.com http://www.carmic.usana.com/ In addition to exercise, my inner health is important to me – I use my body constantly in my business and I need to nourish and look after it well.  I have tried many different nutritional supplements but when I was introduced to the science and […]


JOIN OUR “Walk for Memories” TEAM

Image Source: Alzheimer Society of BC Walk for Memories  Tammy Watson from HomeCare West and I have organized a group of walkers to walk in the Alzheimer’s ‘Walk for Memories” on Jan 29, 2012.  I will be walking in memory of my dear Mom who passed away 5 years ago due […]


Should you take Glucosamine?

 Should you take Glucosamine?  I received the following article in a newsletter from my good friend, Dr. Ali at http://www.peakchiropractic.ca/.  It has some good information on Glucosamine and joint issues.  For my joint pain I use Procosa®, one of USANA’s high grade products which contains a blend of glucosamine and […]