Move from Gym Anxiety to Gym Confidence by understanding what exercise can do for you. One of the biggest obstacles to exercise and fitness for beginners is gym anxiety. We get it, starting up a new fitness routine and walking into a gym can be terrifying. You feel like everyone is looking at you. You …
The Best Personal Trainers and Private Gym in Edmonton
As SVPT fitness + athletics enters our 15th year of providing private personal training to Edmonton, we are confident saying we are the best because of the success we have had over the span of 14 years, including surviving an oversaturated fitness industry, a recession, a pandemic, and now into recovery. We have persevered because …
“I Will Start When…….”
Getting into new routines is arguably one of the hardest things to do as an adult. It never seems like the “right” time to start or to get back on track. Let’s be honest, it’s also freaking hard in the beginning. Understand that there is NO perfect time to start. Life will always be there, …
Spinach and Feta Chicken Burger
Spinach and Feta Chicken Burger Take a look at our recipe for the Spinach and Feta Chicken Burger. Serves 4 (1 burger per serving) Ingredients: 1 lb. ground chicken 4 cups spinach 1 tsp. olive oil 1 egg ½ cup breadcrumbs 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup onion, diced 2 tsp. oregano ½ cup feta …
Breakfast Quesadilla
Take a look below at our recipe for a delicious Breakfast Quesadilla. Breakfast Quesadilla Serves 1 Ingredients: 1 tsp. vegetable oil 1 cup spinach 2 eggs 1 oz. cheddar cheese, grated ½ tsp. garlic powder ½ tsp. onion powder ½ tsp. black pepper 1 8” whole wheat tortilla Preparation: Heat oil in a pan on …
Jackie’s #MYFIT STORY
SVPT is proud to present #MYFIT – a celebration of our clients who live a fit and balanced lifestyle. ** #MYFIT is not about a 6 pack or a bikini body, it’s about showing that fitness comes in ALL SHAPES AND SIZES, and truly is training to live a more full life. It’s not about …
Exercising vs. Training
As summer winds down, and we approach ‘fall back to fitness’, many will be seeking the fitness routine they had before summer shenanigans. So as you get back into your routine, ask yourself – are you training or are you just exercising? Exercise and training might often be used as synonymous terms, but there are …
Steady State or Interval Cardio?
There are two types of cardio people: those who choose aerobic exercise (i.e. running, jogging) and those who choose anaerobic exercise (i.e. HIIT, intervals). Although both are technically cardio, doing just one type is not enough and a well-rounded program will include both types. Generally, exercise done in short bursts up to two minutes in …
To Stretch or To Not Stretch?
There are so many questions and confusion when it comes to stretching. Do we do it? If so, how often and when? Will we die if we don’t? When it comes to stretching, the opinions are divisive. Some say there’s nothing beneficial about stretching before or after exercise, some say it’s actually a risk to …
Turkey Taco Salad
Turkey Taco Salad Serves 4 (1 ½ cup Per serving) Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 tsp. vegetable oil ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. pepper 1 Tbsp. chili powder ½ Tbsp. cumin 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. onion powder ½ tsp. cayenne (optional) 4 cups romaine lettuce, washed and chopped 1 can black …
