The Importance of Training for Mental Health

Training for your mental health

  When we think of training, we often focus on the physical benefits: increased strength, improved endurance, and enhanced athletic performance. However, the impact of training extends far beyond the physical realm. Engaging in regular exercise and physical activity has profound effects on mental health and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the crucial importance of training for … Read More

RECIPE – Mexican “Roadside Chicken” w/ Quick Green Salsa

by Henry Gould – Dec 2nd, 2020 If you’ve traveled through Mexico, you’ve likely seen the roadside stands of chickens cooking, either whole on a rotisserie or in pieces on a charcoal grill. They always look amazing, but sometimes it can be intimidating to order food you’re not familiar with, especially if you don’t speak the language. The good news … Read More

RECIPE – Ragu Bolognese

Recipe – Ragu Bolognese

by Henry Gould – Oct 25th, 2019 Ragu Bolognese, the slow cooked meat sauce typical of the city of Bologna, served often but not always with tagliatelle egg noodles, is well loved the world over. However, if you want to start a quick argument, try asking four Italian Nonna’s the “correct” way to make it. Questions like this are almost … Read More

The Power Of Belief

by Henry Gould – Sept 20th, 2019 Positive thinking is more than just a catch phrase. Often times we doubt ourselves and our abilities, and we give up before we’ve really, truly pushed ourselves, or before we’ve exercised all potential options in front of us to achieve a goal. Whether this is at work, at home or at play, having … Read More

Yard Athletics x lululemon

by Yard Athletics – Sept 17th, 2019 Since the early days of Yard Athletics (who remembers the text message group??) there has always been a strong relationship between Ilan Cumberbirch and lululemon. What started as lululemon’s Robson employees coming to train at Yard, blossomed into an amazing ambassadorship program that has helped support local fitness talent to grow and prosper … Read More

RECIPE – Tuna Fried Rice

by Henry Gould – Sept 12th, 2019 This recipe might sound like something you made in college when there was quite literally 2 items left in the cupboard. But never fear! This is a delicious meal you can make week in, week out. Do you like healthy lunch / dinner ideas you can make in ~30 minutes? Do you like … Read More

Introducing Torin Nikiforuk!

by Yard Athletics – Sept 6th, 2019 Yard Athletics is proud to announce the newest member of the team, Torin Nikiforuk, as Junior Strength & Conditioning Coach! We couldn’t be happier to bring Torin into the fold, and look forward to him bringing a new energy and motivation to all sessions with the #YARDHARD squad. Torin is now available on … Read More

RECIPE – Goat Cheese Stuffed Zucchinis in Spicy Lamb Sauce

by Henry Gould – Aug 13th, 2019 Don’t be alarmed! This might sound complicated and hard; it’s really not. It requires a little bit of time, so it’s great for a Friday / Saturday night when you can relax and prepare everything without being in a rush after work. But if you feel like whipping it up on a Tuesday, … Read More

RECIPE – Buffalo Wings w/ Blue Cheese Dip

by Henry Gould – July 29th, 2019 Impossible to resist at happy hour, and until now (!) very hard to recreate at home. Not anymore! Go the extra mile and make the blue cheese dip at home. It literally takes 30 seconds and tastes way way better than store bought. Also, chicken wings are full of protein, and they’re not … Read More

RECIPE – Roasted Chili Salsa

By Henry Gould – June 5th, 2019 You know when you go to a great Mexican restaurant or taco spot, and the salsas are so good you can’t control yourself, so you end up completely soaking your food in them, resulting in potential discomfort a few hours later? Yaaaa… me too. The great salsas at restaurants are usually a result … Read More