VIGOR Community Fitness

Your nervous system doesn't automatically switch off after a hard day, but your breath can help.

Our latest blog post covers 4 simple breathing techniques you can use to manage stress, ease anxiety, and actually wind down at bedtime.

No equipment, no candles, no 20-minute commitment, just pick one and try it in your next stressful moment.

Read more about these breathing techniques here: https://vigorcommunitygym.ca/wellness/breathing-techniques/

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A sweet recipe this week with this tasty granola. Use it to top your yogurt bowls or grab a handful for a quick pre-workout snack! Easy and delicious😋

👏👏Congrats Deb on investing in your health and getting stronger!💫

Learning a new skill is great not only for our physical fitness but also our brains🧠
When was the last time you learned something new? The gym is a great place to do so, and while they can be frustrating, double unders are a very accessible skill for you to hone. If you're ready to step up your skipping game, give these tips a go!

Way to go Cecile!! 🎉🎉This avid golfer knows how to put in the hard work with her nutrition and her workouts!

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This enchilada soup can be a great way to get the same flavours of enchiladas in a bit lighter, and easier to prepare meal. Give it a go!

Congrats Christine! So glad you found a gang to workout with! 🙌🙌

Part of a fitness journey is learning a balance of activity that works right for you. You can't pour from an empty cup, and all parts of your life from work, kids, travel, fitness, and other stress affect what you have to give. You're human, you're going to get tired but in order to avoid getting burnt out, you have to prioritize rest and recovery.
Recognize when the desire to quit something creeps in. Can't handle 5 days a week at the gym? Don't quit coming altogether, scale it back to 4 days, try and get an extra 30 minutes of sleep, try and implement some mindfulness practice in to your routine. Find ways to complement your hard work with intentional rest, your body and mind will thank you.

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Evening yoga ideas to help you relax before bed to get the most out of your sleep😴 Try all of them, or just a couple to elevate your sleep routine!

Congratulations Jen! This nurse carves out a little time for herself while taking care of everyone else! Showing up for herself by staying consistent at the gym helps her show up better fo her patients, family, and friends🙌🙌