Can Stronger Muscles Pump Up Your Heart Health?

Exercise As Prevention For COVID-19

by Henry Gould – July 8th, 2020 For those of us trying to lead healthy lifestyles, most probably have some sort of goal in mind when we workout. Whether it’s losing a few pounds, gaining muscle, or simply staying active to help try and ward off disease, we’re all typically working towards a particular goal, whatever that may be. According … Read More

RECIPE – Canada Day Pulled Pork w/ Mustard Pickle Slaw

RECIPE - Canada Day Pulled Pork w/ Mustard Pickle Slaw

by Henry Gould – July 1st, 2020 Happy Canada Day from Yard Athletics! The first six months of 2020 have been somewhat chaotic (opening a new gym in the middle of a pandemic = stress) so we think it’s time we all sat back on the patio, poured a celebratory drink and said happy birthday to our great country. Making … Read More

RECIPE – Italian Stuffed Peppers w/ Bread, Anchovies & Basil

RECIPE - Italian Stuffed Peppers w/ Bread, Anchovies & Basil

by Henry Gould – June 24th, 2020 These are amazing. Really no other way to put it. Dead simple to make, and allows lots of room for tweaking to your taste. Can be made as a light main course, or a side to something else. Don’t like anchovies? Leave ’em out – but you probably won’t notice them that much. … Read More

NYC’s Dumbbell Dealer; Daily “Shred” Diet; 100 Chinups Per Week

NYC's Dumbbell Dealer; Daily "Shred" Diet; 100 Chinups Per Week

by Henry Gould – June 17th, 2020 Weekly roundup! A few things I’ve stumbled across on the “information super highway” the last few days, which I figured might be of interest… GQ: “Meet Marc Miller, NYC’s Underground Dumbbell Dealer” If you’re like me, as soon as Yard Athletics had to close in March due to COVID-19 you were scrambling to … Read More

RECIPE – Haitian “Pikliz”; Spicy Pickled Cabbage

RECIPE - Haitian "Pikliz"; Spicy Pickled Cabbage

by Henry Gould – June 9th, 2020 The two heavyweights in the pickled cabbage world – kimchi and sauerkraut – have just met their match. Enter pikliz (pronounced “pick-lees”) a spicy pickled cabbage that keeps in the fridge for weeks, and goes with practically anything. Whereas kimchi and sauerkraut require a long time to ferment, pikliz is done after a … Read More

We Owe You An Apology

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by Yard Athletics – June 2nd, 2020 We owe you an apology. To be honest, we have been wrapped up in our renovation and re-opening. We are so excited to offer you a space where you will feel safe, strong, and supported. However, that excitement directly reflects our privilege as a white gym owner and white coaches. Our privilege allows … Read More

IMPORTANT UPDATE – Yard Athletics Practices & Policies

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by Yard Athletics – May 22nd, 2020 CHANGES TO OUR PRACTICES AND POLICIES Here at Yard Athletics Inc. (“Yard Athletics”), the safety and wellbeing of our clients has and continues to be our top priority. In order to provide our clients with a safe, effective and enjoyable training environment, while at the same time doing our best to prevent the spread … Read More

FREE Yard Athletics IG Live Workout: Thursday May 21st @ 9:00am PST

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by Yard Athletics – May 19th, 2020 Good news! This Thursday May 21st, 2020, Ilan Cumberbirch is hosting a FREE workout on Instagram Live starting at 9:00am PST, all in support of the BC Cancer Foundation. No need to sign up, just follow Yard Athletics on Instagram and make sure you follow along at 9:00am PST this Thursday morning. #YARDHARD … Read More

3 Sprint Workouts To Kick Your Metabolism Into Gear

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by Henry Gould – May 13th, 2020 As the weather gets warmer and our time away from the gym grows longer, we need to get creative with our workouts. The Zoom workouts with Yard Athletics are great, as is our Dumbbell & Bodyweight Online Programming, but sometimes you need to switch it up. Sprints are the switch up you need … Read More

Workout To Conquer Cancer x Yard Athletics

Workout To Conquer Cancer x Yard Athletics

by Yard Athletics – May 8th, 2020 Workout to Conquer Cancer is an inclusive challenge featuring a community celebrating what their bodies are capable of while raising critical funds for the BC Cancer Foundation. In May 2020, we’re asking British Columbians to move every day in May, no matter where you are, to help change cancer outcomes and honor those who … Read More