Proactive Fitness

04/24/2026

Connect your head, hands and feet for better balance!

In this Trainer Tip, Coach Avery has a simple exercise for coordinating the body to improve balance and function.

04/24/2026

Smoothies can get as elaborate as you like. Here’s a basic, no-frills starter that anyone can make and enjoy. Try it after your next workout for better recovery, hydration, and muscle building. And because it’s delish!

Ingredients
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 8oz unsweetened plant-based milk (we used cashew milk)
• 1 medium banana (we used a frozen banana)
• 2-4 cups fresh power greens (nutrient-dense leafy green blends, typically featuring baby spinach, kale, and Swiss chard)
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup ice (optional)

Directions
Mix all ingredients in a blender and enjoy.

Nutrition (varies with milk, protein powder): Calories 370, Protein 31g, Carbs 53g, Fiber 10g, Sugar 25g (all from fruit), Fat 4g

04/23/2026

04/22/2026

What are You Waiting for? Earth Day Activities for Everyone

Now that the weather is getting better, why not honour Earth Day by trying activities that are good for you and the planet:

Explore the Meewasin Valley: The Meewasin Trail lives in and outside of the City of Saskatoon, on both sides of the river, and includes several sites and services to help you make the most of your adventures. Explore the natural habitat along the riverbank, discover culture at museums and interpretive sites, and take advantage of enhancements such as parks and canoe launches.
https://meewasin.com/locations/

Green your Commute: Bike or walk whenever possible – to work, to school, or the local grocery store. Even parking a bit farther and walking some distance helps reduce emissions and adds daily movement.

Plan a Nature Day with Family: Whether it’s a hike, a scavenger hunt in the forest, or a picnic in a local park, shared outdoor time can be fun, encourages screen-free connection, and is good for you.

https://saskatoonnature.org/hot-spots/

Join a Local Clean-Up: Help your neighbourhood and feel good doing it. Community clean-up events often happen around Earth Day. This is a great way to combine light movement while helping our environment.

https://meewasin.com/cleanup-2/

https://www.321gorunning.ca/free-earth-day-clean-up-run-april-22/

04/20/2026

Full body mobility session highlighted by rolling and rocking variations.

Rolling and rocking is incredible when it comes to resetting our movement, exploring new ranges of motion & calming the nervous system.

Paired with some full body integrated drills using suspension straps to round out the session.

04/20/2026

April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month in the United States and Canada. So, this is a good time to look at how exercise can ease symptoms and improve quality of life.

Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder with symptoms that include tremors, balance problems, and limb rigidity. More than 10 million people worldwide have it, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Most who get it are over 50.

The cause is unknown, and there is no cure. But exercise may help slow the disease’s progression while also improving muscles, flexibility, and balance; supporting lung capacity; keeping people socially engaged; and boosting mood and confidence.

“Any kind of exercise you do consistently will help improve your Parkinson’s symptoms and overall health,” the Parkinson’s Foundation says.

Non-contact boxing classes have grown popular among Parkinson’s patients.

“Non-contact boxing-inspired classes can reverse, reduce and even delay the symptoms,” says Rock Steady Boxing. The sport targets agility, balance, hand-eye coordination, and muscular endurance — the same qualities Parkinson’s tends to erode.

The Parkinson’s Foundation also recommends:
• Walking, cycling, and swimming
• Dancing, which combines movement with learning sequences to support cognition
• Golf

For people living with Parkinson’s, consistent movement can be a powerful tool toward enjoying life as much as possible.

We are here to help.

04/17/2026

Happy National Foot Health Awareness Month!

Taking care of your feet is essential because they are the foundation for mobility, balance & overall structural health, supporting your entire body weight with every step.

Feet are complex, containing 26 bones & 33 joints that work together to keep you moving. Proper maintenance allows you to remain active & independent as you age!

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04/17/2026

This low carb, high-protein combo packs layers of flavor into one whole-meal dish with just a few ingredients.

Choose thick, center-cut fillets (pre-frozen is fine). This allows you to sear them quickly on all sides so they’re nicely caramelized on the outside, while keeping them moist and juicy on the inside. Be sure to have a plate nearby to give the fillets a place to rest while you cook the vegetables and sauce in the same pan. In less than 20 minutes total, dinner is ready. Add rice if you like.
Thanks to Giada de Laurentiis of the Food Network for the inspiration for this keeper.
Serves 2-4. – Susan Puckett

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 to 4 (6-ounce) center-cut salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 sprigs fresh oregano, plus 1 tablespoon chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 (12-ounce) jar quartered artichoke hearts, drained (or a 9-ounce box of frozen artichoke hearts, thawed)
1 medium shallot, sliced
¾ cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
2 or 3 cups baby spinach
Rice for serving, if desired

Instructions
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Season the fillets lightly with salt and pepper and place each fillet flesh-side down in the hot skillet. Cook until deep golden brown, about 3 minutes.

Sear the sides of the fillets a minute on each side. Using a fish spatula, flip the fillets so the skin side is down and cook 2 more minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and add the fresh oregano sprigs or dried oregano to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Baste the salmon with the infused butter for 1 minute. Remove the salmon and oregano sprigs (if using) to a plate to rest.

In the same skillet over medium heat, add the artichoke hearts and shallots. Cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until the shallots are softened and the artichokes are beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and chopped oregano (if using) and stir to combine.

Pour the wine or broth into the skillet and allow it to cook down until reduced by half. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and the spinach. Cook for a minute or so, until the spinach is barely wilted.

Spoon the vegetables onto a platter, or divide among plates, and top with the rested salmon. Spoon any remaining sauce over the salmon and serve with rice on the side, if desired.

Susan Puckett is an Atlanta-based food writer and cookbook author.