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I Did a BIG Thing...
It was mid August 2023. We were prepping for an upcoming busy 6+ weeks at the start of September for the new college soccer season, as...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 30, 20234 min read


The POWERFUL Thing Most People are NOT Doing
Our modern world is a world of MORE and NOW. We are led to the thinking that doing MORE will result in a "better" life; -More happiness...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 27, 20232 min read


"Ah-Ha" Moments in Fasting
I am two months into experimenting with FASTING more than I ever have in my lifetime. It's a very different mindset than I was ever used...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 19, 20237 min read


Freedom of Choice in Health
I came across a very powerful and truthful quote the other day.... "You are free to choose, but you are not free from the consequence of...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Halloween is coming - Time for a Scary Fact!
Wanna hear something scary, sad, frustrating and downright unreal??? I stepped into the fitness and health industry "back in the day", in...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Strong Foundation: Positive Health Practices
Remember "back in the day" when you felt off and it was simply "just an off" day and nothing more? Remember when you didn't instantly...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 8, 20233 min read


Seven Things my Most Successful Clients Do
I'm most likely preaching to the choir here, as most likely those of you reading this are already doing most of these things. However, I...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 2, 20233 min read


Recharge Time can be a Great Reminder of... Time
This past weekend we enjoyed some time at our family cottage. I told my wife, this weekend just seemed extra relaxing for some reason. ...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 25, 20233 min read


2 of the Deadliest phrases when it comes to our Health
There are so many great quotes and pieces of information in Pilar Gerasimo's book, The Healthy Deviant. The above is no exception. I...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jul 4, 20234 min read


"Little and Often"
The other day I read an excellent article from Dr John Berardi regarding stress and men's health. Within that article was something that...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 9, 20234 min read


Client Stories: "Action Precedes Motivation"
"Action Precedes Motivation" Understanding these words are the absolute most powerful tool in your health toolbox. You can say this or...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jun 6, 20233 min read


The Argument for "Chunks of Time"
"I don't have time" is one of the primary reasons for not getting enough activity in our days. Here's the thing; I've been working in...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
May 18, 20235 min read


Simplicity for the WIN!
One of our worst barriers can be overthinking. We were discussing that very topic last night in our women's health and lifestyle group. ...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
May 16, 20233 min read


Information is only good if you USE it
A long time client of mine discussed the past few sessions, articles that she's read online regarding suggestions such as "stretches for...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 4, 20232 min read


Low Energy + Pushing Yourself = Counterproductive
We've all been there. We've all done it. Something or many things are zapping our energy levels, yet we feel we need to push ourselves...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 3, 20234 min read


Mind-Shift and Health
I have something different for you here. A little conversation. Let's call this an audio blog. This conversation discusses movement and...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 24, 20232 min read


What you "Should" be doing...
I had a conversation this morning with a client about someone we both know. This person recently learned she has some arthritis....

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 22, 20232 min read


What Once Worked, May Not Work Now
"I used to do 'x' and it worked..." "I used to eat 'y' and it worked..." Common conversations when people are getting back to focusing on...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 9, 20235 min read


Narrow your Focus
Recently, I've taken over a long time women's weight loss group in our area. The group is now down to 12 women, some of whom have been...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 7, 20234 min read


Weather is NOT the Issue
I've eluded in a past post that "the weather" is not a good reason to not get outside (most of the time). We get good at using that as...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 22, 20235 min read
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