The Fitness Fix

The Fitness Fix Fitness Fix trainers; 10+ years of exp each, specialize in finding individual muscle imbalances, cre

The Fitness Fix is a revolutionary new method of fitness and personal training. Developed by internationally recognized fitness professional Denise Beatty., B Sc, CSCS.

09/26/2026

Feel a bit "off" when you walk, a bit dizzy, tired, and/or things are a bit blurrier than they should be when you move?
Have someone record you walking from in front and behind and look for any rocking or unstable head movement. This "bobblehead" can be from head or neck injury and numerous other factors; BUT! these drills can benefit most people and may even stabilize your head, eyes and neck!
If your acuity/vision is clearer, you feel more stable, and/or your performance improves in any activity; these drills are working for you!

TRY THESE TWO AMAZING DRILLS ANYTIME, EVEN AT YOUR DESK OR WATCHING TV!! INCREDIBLE TO IMPROVE ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE TOO!

HEAD MOVES, EYES STAY:
Seated, then standing, then while walking: find an object to look at and keep focused while you gently move your head side to side, chin up and down to corners and up and down 10x or more in each direction. ( I do this even at my desk looking at the computer!)

HEAD STAYS, EYES MOVE:
Seated, then standing with feet together: hold hand on right side of head, left side of head, behind head and on forehead- creating gentle pressure while you move your eyes side to side, corners and up and down 5-10x each.

Be gentle!
TRY EACH DRILL AT LEAST 1X/DAY!

09/23/2026

TUESDAY TIP! STOP STRETCHING!

Understand more about MOBILITY AND STABILITY in your ranges, and not just stretching...

Why are you stretching?
What are your goals?

If you are stretching to reduce pain/tightness- PLEASE NOTE!!
Those tight areas may be tightening to protect you from moving into a range that is not properly trained, isn't getting correct signals from nerves and your nervous system, and/or strong enough! Strengthening those areas through isometrics and in various ranges with control can be life changing, and you may do a few reps of targeted exercises and start eliminating those problem areas - view and practice this video example of me doing a ball chest fly to train shoulder and chest ranges with control before doing a typical "chest stretch"... you may love the result!

If your goal is stretching to warm up; you are forcing something to lengthen that may not be able to handle any force or power or movement in that range you just created temporarily.
The high incidence of lower leg injuries in the Australian dance team, and how they stopped stretching and started strengthening to correct those injuries! Is an incredible story- please read article below and in bio! This is the case in so many sports and activities it makes me crazy!

Stay posted and join in any of our classes for examples of how we train smarter! First class is FREE! Email [email protected] for more info!

https://dancemagazine.com.au/2019/09/why-the-australian-ballet-dancers-quit-stretching/ #:~:text=Dance%20Advice-,Why%20The%20Australian%20Ballet%20dancers%20quit%20stretching,Photo%20by%20Kate%20Longley.

A great article below:
https://human-movement.com/why-the-australian-ballet-stopped-stretching-and-what-happened-next/

09/16/2026

To run, walk, skate well; you need strong balanced hips that move well! The better control and movement of the hips you have- the more powerful and injury free you will be!

This drill helps with flexor/extensor issues (tight and or weak hip flexors and tight and/or weak glutes!) and you may have a hip that likes to drive forward or not anchor well. This drill can help improve hip flexor health, glute and spine stability! It can improve your ability to stabilize as the opposite leg drives up, out- whatever you are doing! Keep a neutral spine as it also is a spine stabilizer.
I think you will LOVE THIS! Let me know what you think!

This is one of the midline exercises we include in many of our class warmups- we run year-round- 28 years in! First class online or in person is FREE!! (Email [email protected] for more info- hope to see you soon!)

NOTE: elevated hips on yoga block or disk in this drill helps train bottom hip better in extension

09/08/2026

We've been talking a lot about using isometrics to increase recruitment of muscle groups ... but did you know that isometrics are also great for getting muscles to release?

After a long day of hiking, traveling, sitting ... your legs are often tired, your muscles tight. Instead of stretching, try an isometric! A hold in the shortened position - a deep contraction is often what your muscles need to completely release. Couple that with an isometric with the opposing muscle group (hamstrings/quads as an example), and feel how much looser your muscles feel.

Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Want more tips like this? Make sure to follow along - we post every Tuesday and Friday - with Tuesday being more of a workout focused tip and Friday more of a fix for every day life ... We take requests, too! What do you need/want help with? Let us know.

Did you know that we run classes in person, online and asynchronously (download/stream at your convenience)? Your first class is free! Email [email protected] for more details.

09/04/2026

Giving your eyes a break by training convergence/divergence as demonstrated in this reel will help with depth perception and acuity. When we focus too long on a screen, or on our feet during a hike or run, we need to give our eyes a break by working those eye muscles at difference focal lengths (think getting up and taking a quick walk when you are working at your desk).

Try this to both improve your gait as well as put some pep in your step on a long walk, run, or stint at your computer.

09/01/2026

Last week, we talked about how to use isometric holds and pulses to improve the efficacy of any exercise - here it is IN ACTION! Bulgarian split-squats/lunges are an incredible way to increase strength and improve your range of motion. By adding an isometric hold and pulses along with three different positions, you are truly making your gym time count.

Make sure to do at least a 5 second hold in each position, 5 pulses, and follow up with 5 full reps (on both legs of course).

What do you think? Be sure to let us know!

Want more exercises like these? Join us for classes online, in-person, or even asynchronously. Email [email protected] for details!

08/29/2026

We are seeing more of this as people spend so much time on their miniature screens. Do you see this in your kids? Yourself? As mentioned in the reel - GET OFF YOUR PHONES - not only for your mental health, but your physical health, too. Try these quick tips and tricks to fix your gait and improve your accuracy, balance, and coordination.

If you're looking for a personalized gait analysis or help with other nagging issues, we are here to help! Email [email protected] for details - we can support your goals either online or in person.

08/25/2026

We've talked about isometrics before ... here is the why and the how! Bookmark this reel and share it with others - how to increase the efficacy of ANY exercise - help recruit additional muscle fibres in your movement and improve strength in extreme ranges.

Next week, we'll show you this in action ... stay tuned and follow along!

Did you know that every week's classes build on a theme? This week's theme was about incorporating isometrics into your workout. Join us anytime and see what it's all about - your first workout is free and can be joined live online via zoom or asynchronously/download. Email [email protected] for more details.

08/22/2026

Whose legs don't get tired when running, hiking, playing golf or wandering around the streets in Italy ... try this tip to bring some life back in those tired limbs after a long day!

Want more tips like this? Follow along! Want personalized gait analysis or personal training? Send along an email to [email protected] - we offer both in-person and zoom-based support. Would love to hear from you!

08/18/2026

Is this an ab exercise? To increase mobility? Improve your posture? Help with breathing? YES - all of the above!

Side plank lower downs (aka hip drops) are a great way to get the most out of one exercise. This drill can also be done with your elbow on the wall, or in a traditional side plank on a mat. What's your favourite way? I love how this position really challenges my shoulder/shoulder blade movement - in a good way!

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