Category Archives: Healthy

Rachel Richards

Six Reasons to Get a Stand-Up Desk

By Rachel Richards

Guest blogger Rachel Richards sums up her experience of switching to a stand-up desk with a handy list of pros and cons.

Nov

Nicole Pointon

The Leftovers: “Stalkoli” Edition

Don’t throw out your broccoli stems! Check out these recipes and ideas for transforming them into something delicious, healthy, and less wasteful.

Nov

Kathleen Trotter

Your Personal Health Entourage

By Kathleen Trotter

Harness the power of health buddies to boost your ability to achieve success in the gym, in the kitchen, and in life.

Nov

Malina Kaija

DIY Lip Balm: For Silky Smooth Smoochers

Say goodbye to store-bought lip balms and their mystery ingredients with this pure and simple DIY recipe.

Nov

Julie Pecarski

Caramel Apple Oatmeal

By Julie Pecarski

AHAALiving.com guest blogger kicks off November with a warm, sweet and cozy caramel apple oatmeal recipe made with steel cut oats.

Oct

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Elizabeth Ewanchuk

Approaching Your Sport Mindfully

By Elizabeth Ewanchuk

AHAALiving.com guest blogger Elizabeth Ewanchuk on the power of integrating mindfulness meditation into sports training.

Oct

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Malina Kaija

From Endurance Training to Bikini Competition: My Plant-Fuelled Journey

Plant-fuelled bodies can be powerful, too. AHAALiving.com’s Malina Kaija shares her muscle-building (and baring) journey to a bikini competition.

Oct

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Mike Dineen

The mighty cauliflower is having a moment. Touted for its health benefits, it’s also incredibly versatile and can be swapped in as a key ingredient instead of flours, potatoes and other “beige coloured” fodder.

Oct

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Julie Pecarski

Beet Berry Crème Smoothie

By Julie Pecarski

AHAALiving.com guest blogger Julie Pecarski shares her love for a smoothie made with a non-typical smoothie ingredient – beets!

Oct

Mike Dineen

A Better Thanksgiving Dinner

How are you greening & cleaning your Thanksgiving dinner this year? We’ve pulled together our favourite tips and recipes on ethical and healthful approach to the upcoming Canadian holiday.

Oct

AHAA™ Living

Poll: Going Veggie this Thanksgiving?

Considering going veggie – or vegan! – this Thanksgiving? The AHAALiving.com community wants to know!

Sep

AHAA™ Living

Muscling Through: Vegan Weight Lifting with Karina Inkster

Vancouver-based vegan personal trainer Karina Inkster’s mantra is, “If I can do it, so can you!” Sounds a little like an infomercial, but hear her out – you’ll be inspired by her dedication.

Aug

Mike Dineen

What’s ‘IF?’ Exploring Intermittent Fasting

AHAALiving.com contributor Mike Dineen explores Intermittent Fasting (IF), and its impact on weight loss, muscle gain, and the North American lifestyle.

Aug

Malina Kaija

Fueling the Plant-Based Adventurer

AHAALiving.com’s Malina Kaija shares a day in the life of a plant-based belly, from her German Volume Training routine to her oh-so-delicious smoothies (boosted by Genuine Health ActiveFuel+ and Vegan Proteins+).

Aug