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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


Client Story: Try ... But not too Hard
A client story from a proud Coach: I've shared stories about this client before in our Facebook group and YouTube channel for various...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 17, 20233 min read


A Barrier that can be Taken Down
I'm 3/4 of the way through, Cal Newport's book "Deep Work" (2016). It's fantastic! Not only that, but think for a minute that Cal wrote...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 16, 20235 min read


Insomnia & Simple Actions
Client Story from a proud coach... This client started working with me in November and it's been an absolute pleasure to have her a part...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 10, 20233 min read


Giving a Number Less Emphasis and Power: A Client Story
Human beings are data driven beings now aren't we? Numbers are all around us in our world; finances, business, lifestyle (bills,...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 10, 20233 min read


Learning is REAL ~ Failure is a MYTH
Mr B.B. King said it himself... Those are some powerful words, Mr King. Let them settle with you for a minute. WHATEVER you learn is...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 27, 20233 min read


Creatures of Habit
Human beings are creatures of habit without question. Quite often, our habits build so slowly and progressively, that over time we don't...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 23, 20233 min read


"We're Talking About Practice"
To quote Alan Iverson, from the infamous interview back in in the early 2000's, "We're talking about practice. Not the game... not the...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 18, 20234 min read


2023 Guide to Cut Through the BS!
I will make a prediction: 2023 WILL NOT be slowing down the noise out there regarding our health and "how we should get healthy". Most...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Dec 30, 20224 min read
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