Articles & Recipes
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Healthy Oils: Let’s chew the fat on fats
Omega 3, 6 and 9s are an important part of every meal. What really matters when considering oil is the kind and amount of healthy oil you’re consuming.
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Kirkland and Cathy’s Summer Playlists
There is nothing like the right tunes to get you motivated and in the zone for your best work out, and nothing like a fresh playlist to get you excited about your next fitness session.
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Kirkland’s Summer Reading List
Need a good beach book? Take a look at this suggested summer reading list from Program Director, Kirkland Shave.
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7 Reasons to Come to Mountain Trek
Beat the heat! Check out our brand new spa! Endless green vistas & seasonal savings! 7 reasons to join us this June at our alpine lodge in British Columbia.
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Top 7 Reasons To Work Out With a Friend
Making a work out seem like less of a challenge isn’t the only reason to do it with a buddy. Here are our top reasons to exercise with a friend.
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Happy Hikes: Choosing and fitting your backpack
One of the keys to a happy hike is a having a well-fitting backpack. A good pack is absolutely essential hiking gear.
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Trekking Poles: How to choose the right poles for you
When shopping for a hiking pole, consider the terrain you will be traversing, the weight in your pack and the health of your knees, ankles, hips and joints.
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Mountain Trek featured in The Wall Street Journal
Mountain Trek was featured in The Wall Street Journal, a story inspired by Cheryl Strayed’s book ‘Wild’, memoirs of her 1000 mile trek on the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Lotus Prawn Vermicelli
Recipe: a healthy entree of rice vermicelli, prawns, crunchy veggies, finished with a nutty, fruity and citrus sauce and served on a bed of fresh greens. Yum!
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Health and Vitality as We Age: How to make the most of your Encore Career Years
Are we are working longer, and changing lanes into more meaningful work? Are we looking for a switch in life purpose? We want to live longer, to be able to enjoy these fulfilling activities and pursuits. Living longer, means living healthier.
