Join me as I go from couch potato to amateur triathlete! My goal is to get fit, and finish an Ironman. It won't be easy, it certainly won't be pretty, but I'll try to make it interesting.

Nutrition

Detoxing the fridge

As part of my nutrition overhaul, I’ve gone through my house removing things that aren’t in line with my new food plan. Now, we Canadians are not exactly known for our healthy eating habits. Our claims to culinary fame? Poutine, pies, and pastries of every variety. So let me just say, this was not an...

Weekend Update

Well, here we are again. Life is back to normal after a busy holiday season. I wish I could say I was very strict with myself about the big family meals and delicious holiday treats, but I’d be lying. I did maintain some control, and did not do too much damage. I also still managed...

New Year’s Revolution

I was putting together a new year resolution post when it occurred to me that a resolution just isn’t going to cut it this year. It’s not going to be enough to be resolute in my ambitions. I need what our good friends at Merriam-Webster define as “a radical and complete change.” What I need...