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How you can 200 Pushups in 3 Weeks by Embracing Small Daily Habits
Ok, let's get right to this... Disclaimer: You don't "have" to do pushups. You don't "have" to do this number. Read on to see what 'Coach D' is going on about now 😂 The point of sharing this post is to REITERATE the absolute AWESOMENESS of "Tiny Habits" (as BJ Fogg calls them) or using the approach of Strength Coach, Dan John; "Little and often". It's also to share how it can make you FEEL and how it can move you from NOTHING to SOMETHING with little to no energy or thou

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
9 hours ago8 min read


A Negative + a Negative (Does NOT) = A Positive
Regardless of whether or not we have "always done something" or something has "never worked" for you, it doesn't mean that adding a habit...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 104 min read


Why Managing Stress is Essential When You're Not Stressed
I had a conversation with a client today, who is dealing with A LOT on their plate at the moment. It seems like a DAILY occurrence that...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 24 min read


"Just because improvements aren't visible... "
This post is courtesty of James Clear's quote (author of "Atomic Habits"). 👆 It's also a NECESSARY and NEEDED conversation to have if...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 225 min read


"You 'Should' NEVER Fast"
I got "shoulded" today.

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 114 min read


Barefoot Lessons in the Woods
Yep, here it comes. Another post about being barefoot amongst the trees. Stop here if you're rolling your eyes already. 🤣 HOWEVER -...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 97 min read


A Holistic Approach to Health: Balancing Medical & Natural Means
I want to share an article, that was shared with me that just made me say... ... "WOW!" We all know the medical system (among many...
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Sep 72 min read


You're Stronger than you Think!
Ok, we don't necessarily have to clean the house like this... Although, it's not a bad idea... 🤔 Present day modern humans are strange...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 54 min read


"Popular Fitness Trends I Regret Wasting My Time On"
A friend of mine, who also works in the Health & Fitness industry in Montreal, shared a post a while back on her Linkdin feed called...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 27 min read


"No Thank You"
The wonderful words of Coach Kate Solovieva (PN Master Coach), from her newsletter
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Aug 93 min read


Reprioritizing Health: Why Basic Healthy Behaviors Matter More Than Trends
Precision Nutrition recently shared this in their newsletter... A survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 73 min read


The Avoidance of EASY in our Health Habits
I currently devouring the (long overdue read) "Tiny Habits" by BJ Fogg . This morning's quote really emphasized why so many of us...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 244 min read


"Redefining Strong"
In the spring of 2025, I started a group for ages 60+ we call, "Redefining Strong". This group's purpose is to build strength and...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 166 min read


Resilience Cannot be Achieved when you Practice Avoidance
It was a hot day (as we've had many of this summer). I had the opportunity to get a run in after lunch before doing some work from home....

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 146 min read


It TRULY Does Not Take Much
I know, I know. Many of you, if you even clicked on this post are rolling your eyes saying "ya, ya Coach, we know it doesn't take much to...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 14 min read


The Impact of Positive Self-Talk
Only YOU know the conversations that are going on in your head each day. Let's be honest, it's probably for the best right? Many of us...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 255 min read


Another Argument to Harness the Basics
As a Precision Nutrition (PN) Coach, it's not hard to figure out that I LOVE PN's work. The balanced, client-centered approach to...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 194 min read


What if...?
There's a sticking point for too many people that is, their own mind . When hear the words health and fitness, we immediately jump to...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 116 min read


Prioritizing Health Over Hustle
I came across a quote that was excellent and relating to discussions I have often with clients surrounding taking time for themselves...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 63 min read


A Modern Human Paradox
I had a common conversation the other day with a client who was experiencing some discomfort. The question I consistently ask...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
May 294 min read
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