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Why the Scale Isn’t Always Your Friend
I used to think my bathroom scale was the ultimate truth-teller. Every few days—sometimes in the morning, sometimes at night, sometimes right after a workout—I’d

Fitness Lessons from the Road (and a Lot of Lobster)
Vacation doesn’t have to mean losing your fitness routine. On a road trip through PEI, I share how I balance lobster feasts with smart nutrition, daily steps, quick kettlebell workouts, and a no-guilt mindset to stay energized and healthy while traveling.

What Grit Can Teach Us About Getting (and Staying) Fit After 50
Grit isn’t about grinding yourself into the ground. It’s about caring deeply and showing up anyway, even when it feels busy or hard. That’s what fitness after 50 is all about. You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t even need to love it. You just need to be persistent.

What Grade 8 Grads Can Teach Us About Fitness
At the ceremony, the principal gave a short speech that really stuck with me. He talked about the values he hopes the students carry with them into high school and beyond. They were simple — but powerful.

Exercise for mental health and burnout
On Sunday we were at the Yoga and Wellness Festival. It was great to connect with people like you who are interested in better health

My 6 Favorite Ways to Improve Your Sleep
It’s this time of year where the evenings are longer, the yard is blossoming, and the weather is warmer, that I start to sleep like crap.

The truth about diets no one tells you…
Have you ever noticed how everyone seems to be trying a new diet?

Alcohol, Fitness, and Finding the Balance: Enjoying Life Without Derailing Your Goals
We’re not here to tell you that alcohol is off-limits. But if you’re working toward specific health or fitness goals—especially fat loss or muscle building—it’s worth understanding how alcohol can affect your progress, and how to navigate it without guilt or extremes.

GLP-1 (Ozempic) and Strength Training: Why You Need Both for Long-Term Success
At LSFit, we’re proud of people who are taking charge of their health journeys. Some people are using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and seeing real results—and that’s worth celebrating.