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
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
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
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
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
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
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
by Henry Gould – May 6th, 2020 Did you buy a big bag of farro to make last week’s risotto recipe, and now don’t know what to do with it? You’re in luck! Haven’t had a chance to buy farro yet but are looking for an excuse? Now’s your chance! This grain bowl is based around farro (ancient wheat grain … Read More
by Henry Gould – April 29th, 2020 If you’re one of those people who is now forced to be isolated from home, living in the “quarantine zone” is all about balance. Yes, you had a martini with lunch (on a Monday) but you did a Yard Zoom Workout in the morning! OK, you’ve had sourdough with every meal since your … Read More
by Henry Gould – April 22nd, 2020 We’re all doing our best to settle into the “new normal”. Whether this involves washing your hands until they look like raisins, crossing the street if someone’s coming toward you, or doing an endless stream of dishes that never seems to stop, things that would have seemed perplexing to any of us in … Read More
