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March 19, 2014 Contributors

Jane Schnurr

“OMG what do I do? After years of asking myself this question, I now help others to stare down the dark walls of impossibilities and reignite their passion and power to tackle anything that life throws at them.” – Jane

Jane Schnurr coaches individuals, entrepreneurs, executives and teams on new ways to live and work. For individuals feeling overwhelmed by change or stuck at a cross roads in their life, she created the 4 Pillars of Overcoming Adversity. This program helps you to connect to your inner champion and gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence when you are unsure what to do.
Jane has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs and executives from Start-ups to seasoned professionals across Ontario in a cross section of industries. After years of coaching entrepreneurs she has created unique approaches and concepts that she has used over and over again with amazing success. The Awesome Business Leadership Program provides practical step by step guidance on communication, time management, performance management, feedback, change, balance, project management, measurement and much more.

A trained Coach, Jane is brilliant at simplifying and solving complex situations. Clients typically grow their businesses by huge margins, work less and live more. An engaging and dynamic speaker, Jane uses props and humour in her presentations and often shares personal stories and insights gained from real life experiences.

An entrepreneur and business owner for over 25 years, Jane designed and built mascots for clients across North America in her previous business Awesome Costumes. She served as the Executive Director for the Hospice in her community, has owned a Flag and Banner manufacturing business in Toronto and worked as Public Relations Manager for a travel insurance company. In 2002 Jane founded Awesome Coaching Enterprises. Jane lives in Collingwood and in the nice weather you will find her hiking the trails.
Wondering how Jane can help you? Contact Jane for a complimentary consultation. (Coaching in person, phone or skype)

Jane Schnurr
Business Coach & Leadership Development Expert
Awesome Coaching Enterprises

(705) 444-5338
Toll Free 1-877-944-5338

info@awesomecoaching.com
www.awesomecoaching.com
Linkedin: ca.linkedin.com/in/janeschnurr/
Twitter @JaneSchnurr

March 16, 2014 Contributors

Jennie Elmslie

Jennie Elmslie is a rock climber who has made Metcalfe Rock her ‘office’ for years. Between leading rock-climbing and caving tours in the summer to spending her winters guiding snowshoe and caving experiences, you’ll find her at Metcalfe most days.

As a partner in Free Spirit Tours, a Collingwood, Ontario, Canada based outdoor adventure company, Jennie has found the perfect career to share her love of the outdoors. Free Spirit Tours offers, rock climbing, hiking, caving, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, canoeing, snowshoeing and a variety of programs for everyone from kids to corporate teams. Visit her website for more details.

You can expect to find posts from Jennie here at My Active Lifetime about a wide variety of adventures! Stay tuned!

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March 14, 2014 Contributors

Karrie Gregson

Karrie is the owner of a tour company like no other, Livin' Adventure offering small-group hiking tours through the incredible Austrian and Swiss Alps or through the Pyrenees in Catalonia, Spain. Each tour is personally led by Canadian guide Karrie Gregson, who has hiked the area for over 18 years. Groups limited to 6-8 registrants.

For more information or to book your tour visit her website: www.livinadventure.com

  • Karrie has been a Personal Trainer since 1996 and a Fitness Instructor since 1989.
  • She uses a Holistic Approach to her coaching and is focused on helping people awaken to a whole new level of energy and adventure within.
  • Karrie emphasizes nutritional cleansing & replenishing the body into her programs (learn more by visiting www.Isagenix.com)
  • Karrie loves climbing mountains, running (especially mountain running), making unique healthy goodies, dancing under a Disco Ball and adventurous travel.

Karrie Gregson

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Karrie's personal vision
My passion is to lead people to experience the FREEDOM that the simplicity of the mountains and adventure travel brings. To unleash your own love of life that is inside you all the time—living your True Self—I find bringing people to the Awe of the Mountains here—the earthy, grounded self can’t help but emerge and dance with life. This creates such a wonderful grounded perspective that you carry with you always.
~ Karrie Gregson

Personal Athletic/Adventure Accomplishments

  • IRONMAN USA Finisher (2000, 2001)
  • 2x Canadian Duathlon Team Member (Competed at World Championships Germany—1998, Switzerland—2003)
  • 11x Marathon Finisher (including 3 Boston)
  • Everest Base Camp Climb, 2007 (18,500 feet Elevation)
  • Kilimanjaro Summit, 2009 (5895m)
  • Ultramarathoner - RACES INCLUDE: 3x Goretex Transalpine Run Finisher: Top 10 Team Finisher 2011, 4th place for women 2012, 8th place for women 2013: Transvulcania 2013: Teneriffe Blue Train 100km; Karwendel Marsch 2013,Mountain Man Trail Race 2010, 2x 6 Hour Trail Run Finisher, Waterloo 2010, 2011 + numerous other long distance trail runs in Canada and Overseas

About Karrie's European hiking tours:

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March 13, 2014 Hiking

Go for a Hike!

Growing up on the Niagara Escarpment I have had many adventures on our local trails; Bruce Trail, Kolapore, Three-Stage, local ski hills and more! Hiking around here is an invigorating experience… and being mindful of some basic essentials can make it all the more enjoyable for you.

Of course, one of the most essential issues is hydration. Staying well hydrated is not only vital for you on a survival level… but you may be surprised by how it can influence your energy too. Don’t wait until you feel fatigued to drink though, once you feel thirsty you are already well on your way to being dehydrated. I recommend investing in a good hydration system (such as CamelBak) which holds a bladder of water in a backpack that you sip, virtually hands-free, through a tube that loops over your shoulder. No stopping to pull a bottle out of your pack or fumbling with lids when you have a great system like this!

If you are going to be gone for more than an hour be sure to take some trail-friendly snacks with you. Fruit (fresh or dried, but fresh will also provide extra hydration) and raw nuts work well. If you take a snack bar be sure to carry the wrapper out with you to dispose of appropriately!

When you find your energy beginning to wane there are a few things you can try. Firstly, take a few sips of water. Snowshoeing a couple of years ago I thought I was incredibly out of shape before reaching the top of the first incline… until I stopped for a mouthful of water and was suddenly fully reinvigorated! You can also stop for a few minutes to ‘catch your breath’ and take in the views… or this may be the perfect time to try one of your packed snacks. Of course, always be sure to fuel-up with nourishing food prior to commencing your hike; no point trying to enjoy your hike on an empty tank! If shortness of breath is a problem for you, which none of the above suggestions alleviate, be sure to consult your healthcare provider.

Pace yourself. Two things that 3 weeks of Outward Bound in the BC mountains taught me were to shorten my pace (especially on the inclines) and to take the hills in a zig-zag pattern; to prevent injury as well as aid endurance. I still adhere to these guidelines today, touring our local Niagara Escarpment, and notice a great improvement in the stamina of my joints and muscles.

When injury does happen, Traumeel ointment is a great remedy to keep in your pack. Applying this to unbroken skin helps reduce inflammation, swelling and bruising. When you get home be sure to ice any bothersome joints that may be warmer than the rest of your body. A post-hike hot-tub can feel wonderful to tired muscles… but be sure to ice those joints again when you get out.

Try your hike in silence. Trust me, just try it!

If you are looking for a more full-body workout, consider hiking with ski poles; these are particularly helpful on the steep inclines. And on the steep declines be sure to mind your knees as this part of the hike is especially hard on these joints.

So often it is tempting to sit down and relax after a long hike but this is when it is especially important to stretch; I am guilty of this too! Pay particular attention to your quads, calves, hamstrings and hip flexors; you will appreciate these 5 minutes when you wake the next morning!

Lastly, always be sure to let somebody know where you are going especially if you are hiking alone. And carry a mobile phone, because even the most experienced explorer can turn an ankle when their eyes are taking in the beauty of their surroundings rather than the trail beneath their feet.

If your joints, mobility or energy level are preventing you from truly enjoying your outdoor adventures consider consulting a licensed naturopathic doctor to explore ways you can feel better.

The trails await you… now get out there and have fun this season!

Make your own sports drink!
2 cups coconut water*
2 Lg Medjool dates, pitted and soaked in hot water ~5minutes
1 tsp raw coconut oil*
Juice from 1⁄2 lemon and 1⁄4 lime
Celtic sea salt* to taste
Combine all ingredients in blender and enjoy before your hike. *these products are available at most health food stores
Source: Thrive Fitness, by Brendan Brazier

This article was originally published in Escarpment Magazine, Autumn 2009

March 13, 2014 Healthy Eating

Can bacteria really be friendly?

Not only are there friendly strains of bacteria, but many are actually essential for human health.

You may be familiar with hearing about the most common strain, Lactobacillus acidophilus, as this is often the probiotic promoted in yogurt products… but it is just one of hundreds of strains of bacteria, or ‘flora, in your gut. You received your first exposure to these bacteria while traveling through the vaginal canal during childbirth. Further exposure came via your mother’s breastmilk. This flora is an important factor in your digestion, immune function, intestinal health, production of some vitamins, and prevents overgrowth of non-friendly bacteria.
When the number of ‘non-friendly’ bacteria outweigh the ‘friendly’ this is a condition called ‘dysbiosis’.
Factors that can reduce the number of protective flora include chlorinated water, antibiotics, pesticides on foods, stress, and the overall quality of your diet.

Supplementation with probiotics is available in capsule, powder, and liquid forms.

Focusing on children; diaper rash, redness around the genitals &/or anus, thrush, eczema, and bowel irregularity may be signs of not enough ‘good’ flora in their intestinal tract.

Young children who may have a greater need for probiotics experience(d) any of the following:
– Were born by caesarean
– Have taken antibiotics
– Were not breastfed (by a healthy woman)
– Have irregular bowel movements

If you suspect dysbiosis may be an issue for you or your child, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Call 705.444.8300 today to schedule your 15-minute complimentary visit to meet Shelby Worts, ND and learn how naturopathic medicine can work for you.

Website: www.shelbyworts.com

March 13, 2014 Contributors

Dr. Shelby Worts, BSc, ND

“I became a naturopathic doctor because I love to help people feel better. I believe that the key to longterm health is learning about our own bodies so that we can make educated choices for ourselves.” – Shelby

Shelby is a licensed and registered doctor of naturopathic medicine, in practice at the StoneTree Clinic in downtown Collingwood, Ontario, Canada.

As a naturopathic doctor, Shelby’s medical training includes a focus on preventive medicine as well as using safe and effective techniques to restore health to your body.

Shelby’s philosophy is to treat the whole person… physically, mentally and emotionally, using a variety of treatment modalities including clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, psychological & lifestyle counseling, and acupuncture.

In addition to her involvement in the greater community on both professional and personal levels, she writes articles in the seasonal publication Escarpment Magazine, and past issues of Body Magazine, Collingwood Life & Pictorial, and KiDZ.

The body is an incredible healer when given the correct environment (dietary, lifestyle, spiritual habits) to do so.

Lao Tzu said,
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
The healing path that you embark upon at your first visit with Shelby will be the first step in a very therapeutic journey.
Our goal is not a temporary quick-fix… it is vibrant, sustainable health.
Are you ready to take the first step?

Call 705.444.8300 today to schedule your 15-minute complimentary visit to meet Shelby and learn how naturopathic medicine can work for you.

Website: www.shelbyworts.com

March 13, 2014 Contributors

Anne Baker

Personal TrainingHi. My name is Anne Baker, and I’m the owner of Partners In Health. I’ve lived in Collingwood since 1989, and I’ve been teaching, training, hiking, running trails, biking, paddling and generally loving the area since then. I believe that being outdoors makes us happier, healthier people. By using your  training to improve your health and well being, you can enjoy your ​

lifestyle – all year round, indoors or out. My philosophy is ‘live well, move well, be well. ​I’d be happy to show you how.

Established in 1995, Partners In Health is a multi-dimensional health and training business based in Collingwood, Ontario. We reflect not only the diversity and background of our clients, but the wide range of training venues, both indoors and out, available in the Collingwood area. With a background in dance and movement studies, traditional fitness training, a love of outdoor activities as well as certifications in Yoga & Pilates, we provide a variety of active lifestyle options. Partners In Health takes pride in the ongoing development of client and class relationships, taking a client centered approach and valuing people’s goals and needs.

To find out more about Yoga and Pilates personal training, group training, corporate group training, stand up paddle boarding

bakerford@sympatico.ca
Tel: 705-441-2258

Website: www.annebakerpartnersinhealth.com

March 13, 2014 Contributors

Leland Clipperton

Psychotherapist | Counsellor | Mediator

I have owned and operated a private practice providing Psychotherapy, Counselling and Family Mediation since 1994. I provide individual, couple and family therapy as well as workshops & seminars. My interest is primarily to help advance individuals in their lives, to accelerate the growth and help them through their struggles, challenges and issues. You may contact me through my web site…

lelandclipperton.blogspot.ca

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