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The Epidemic of Speed: Why It's Time to Slow Down and Experience Life
We HAVE EVERY ABILITY to GET OUT OF OUR OWN WAY, SLOW DOWN and EXPERIENCE LIFE. And it's more NECESSARY with every passing day in North American society. It truly is an EPIDEMIC in my opinion.

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 25, 20256 min read


We are VERY GOOD at Overlooking our Choices
It's a post to remind us that sometimes OUR OWN CHOICES can add stress to our days; when we CAN CHOOSE another option. We have the CHOICE to change it . We CAN control it. The question is; How often DO WE?

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 22, 20255 min read


How you can do 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)
Oct 17, 20258 min read


Resistance IS Inevitable
It may feel like you've hit a wall at times with your health goals, but 99% of the time it's just a natural "eb and flow" happening. A "speed bump" on your path if you will. In understanding this (like REALLY understanding it - not just saying "I know, I know") you can help avoid that "all or nothing", "on or off the wagon" mentality, while at the same time realizing you're doing just fine! 🙂 Resistance is where MOST people fail I struggle using the word "fail" in health,

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 14, 20255 min read


Our Approach to Nutrition Habits NEEDS a Refresh
The awesome, Kate Solovieva (Precision Nutrition Master Coach ... and more!) recently shared this as part of her e-newsletter... 👇...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 6, 20254 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 2, 20254 min read


"I have no time" is NOT your reality ~ It's your CHOICES & STORY-TELLING ABILITY
"I have no time" is a VERY common discussion in this line of work. And it is certainly MUCH more prevalent in people's lifestyles than...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 29, 20255 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 22, 20255 min read


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

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 11, 20254 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 9, 20257 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 5, 20254 min read


Attitude is Everything!!
This is a different kind of post. An "ah-ha moment" for me in 2025. I'm sharing it here as I feel it does connect with our deep health...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 26, 20254 min read


"No Thank You"
The wonderful words of Coach Kate Solovieva (PN Master Coach), from her newsletter
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Aug 9, 20253 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 7, 20253 min read


Get OUT of your norm, to get INTO your routine
We just arrived back from our family trip to Newfoundland to visit our "Newfoundland Family". It's my favourite place on Earth. It's...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 6, 20253 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 24, 20254 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 14, 20256 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 25, 20255 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 19, 20254 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 11, 20256 min read
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