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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 10, 20254 min read


How Early Experiences Shape Us
I have a client who comes in for sessions twice a month and in between works with various routines and habits at home/on her own time. ...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Oct 7, 20252 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... π...

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"). π It's also a NECESSARY and NEEDED conversation to have if...

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


Practice Being Happy with Where You're at NOW
A client (inadvertaintly) used my own coaching against me recently. In our session, her friend who shares the session with her, was...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 12, 20253 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. π€£ HOWEVER -...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 9, 20257 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 7, 20252 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... π€ Present day modern humans are strange...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Sep 5, 20254 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 2, 20257 min read


HEALTH is NOT a Competition
If you're struggling with consistency... If you're feeling like a "failure" in your pursuit of a healthier way of living... If you're...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 29, 20252 min read


Recovery Creates BALANCE
This is a quick example from a client that encompasses a few elements of a healthy, realistic approach to deep health: ~ Listening to...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 28, 20253 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


"When do YOU feel YOUR best?"
It's a simple question isn't it? Yet, it's often avoided or overlooked in efforts to help ourselves. FACT: Most people want to feel...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 22, 20253 min read


ONE Thing is RARELY the Answer
I was around a conversation the other day with friends and I kept quiet, but wanted to share the reminder here: ONE thing is RARELY the...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 21, 20253 min read


"Sprinkle" your Exercises into your Day
"No time" or in many cases, our perceived lack of time , holds us back from creating the health habits that we truly WANT. We can take...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Get out of your own way!
A client shared with me in our usual awesome discussions about habits and mindset, a story about her friend and her friend's walking. ...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 16, 20252 min read


WHEN do you .... ??
"When's the best time to do 'x'?" or "When is the best time to eat 'y'?" are common questions Coaches get in this line of work. The...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Aug 15, 20253 min read
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