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Ask A Personal Trainer: How much protein do I really need?
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Ask A Personal Trainer: How much protein do I really need?

29 December 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

We all know protein = muscle, but that’s pretty much where common strength-building knowledge...read more
Ask A Trainer: How do I make a workout plan — and actually stick to it?
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Ask A Trainer: How do I make a workout plan — and actually stick to it?

04 December 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Delving into the world of fitness and nutrition can feel overwhelming. So we asked Paul, a...read more
Stephanie’s decade-long commitment to her community
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Stephanie’s decade-long commitment to her community

03 December 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Stephanie has been part of the Markham YMCA family for the past ten years. Her steadfast...read more
How to make your workout functional
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How to make your workout functional

05 November 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Remember how easy it was to run, jump, and climb when you were a kid? It would be nice to stay...read more
West End running club gives kids a place to count on at the Y
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West End running club gives kids a place to count on at the Y

02 November 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Our annual Gratitude Report celebrates our generous donors and shares what inspires them to...read more
Ask A Trainer: What’s the best way to get strong and toned?
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Ask A Trainer: What’s the best way to get strong and toned?

29 August 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Setting foot in a weight room for the first time can be intimidating. How much should you be...read more
Ask A Trainer: Is bodyweight effective for strength training?
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Ask A Trainer: Is bodyweight effective for strength training?

15 August 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Setting foot in a weight room for the first time can be intimidating. How much should you be...read more
Cooper Koo Y kids’ basketball team hits the court at the ACC
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Cooper Koo Y kids’ basketball team hits the court at the ACC

11 August 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Back in February, the kids on the Cooper Koo YMCA’s basketball team were hard at work soliciting...read more
Child minding: The best resource to help you stay on track with your fitness goals
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Child minding: The best resource to help you stay on track with your fitness goals

19 July 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Finding the motivation you need to keep a consistent gym schedule is hard enough; the last thing...read more
Ask A Trainer: How should I start getting into shape?
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Ask A Trainer: How should I start getting into shape?

18 July 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Setting foot in a weight room for the first time can be intimidating. How much should you be...read more

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