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Program Design Variables Series Part 1: Introduction + Importance of Pre-Planning Your Workouts

Join personal trainer Asad Sayal, as he looks at essential factors to consider when designing your workout. From reps to rest periods, Asad explores how taking these variables into account, and using them in unison with each other can help you reach your goals quicker, avoid plateauing and progress your fitness journey.

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Guided Mindfulness Exercise Part 1: Introduction + How to Practice Mindfulness

Mindfulness has been shown to not only improve your mental and emotional health, but your physical health too. In this guided mindfulness exercise, Gabrielle, a registered psychotherapist (qualifying), walks you through two gentle grounding and writing exercises which will allow you to be present in the moment, achieve calmness, and reclaim your energy.

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Functional Fitness Testing for Older Adults Part 1: Introduction to Functional Fitness Testing - What is it?

Aging is associated with a loss of muscle mass and strength, and an increased risk of falls, disability and functional impairment that can eventually lead to a loss of independence. Join Amanda as she walks you through the purpose and demonstration of seven functional fitness tests, which can help prevent or delay loss of function and/or physical limitations commonly found in older adults.

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