Do you feel like you've been cursed with bad genes? Do you see others getting in shape and wonder, "What's wrong with me?" This episode is for you...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

"I'm too old to change" - Have you said (or thought) something like this? The reality is, you can change your body at any age. Here's how to begin...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Do you get enthusiastic about losing weight but then fall off track soon after? You're stuck in that on-again, off-again fitness cycle? Here's what to do...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Have injuries or age slowed down your exercise and now the pounds are creeping on? How can you slim down when you can't exercise like you used to?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Have you been dieting and trying to lose weight your whole life with little to no success? Learn the steps that one woman used to drop 85 pounds and to keep the weight off for good!Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

No matter how healthy you are, everyone ages, and with aging comes a deterioration of bone density. Can we you stop osteoporosis before it starts? And, is there certain types of exercise that will help most? Is yoga enough? We'll explore all of these questions in today's episode.Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

You've shed some weight already, but you just can't lose the last 10 pounds. Do you need to change your diet? Maybe you need more exercise? What's the solution?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Is eating too little harming your metabolism? If you eat more calories, won't that lead to weight-gain? Eat more or eat less? Here's the balance you need...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Are you lifting too much weight in the gym? Or are you not lifting enough? What are the benefits and the risks of lifting heavy weights?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Do you have a gym membership that you never use? Should you keep it, or can you get in great shape without setting foot inside a gym?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Is the food you eat causing inflammation in your body? If so, what does this mean for your health and how can you fix the problem?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

When you develop a habit of expressing gratitude over the smaller things, it makes uncovering your happiness much simpler. When you find satisfaction in the tasks, activities and experiences you encounter everyday, it is difficult to live with fear, hate and hopelessness.Oleh Gary Ditsch

The value of routines in our lives can not be understated. There are many habits we develop that are carried out without any thought on a daily basis. The environment that we live in reinforces many of those behaviors, as our minds work to limit the amount of decisions it has to make each day. Changing your setting not only provides an opportunity …

The process of making a behavior change is difficult in the best situations. When you put that desire and effort in an unsupportive environment, it can be nearly impossible. That is why seeking and finding the right kind of social support to empower you to make the changes you want can be one of the single biggest steps in your change process.What …

The ability to improve your self motivation is something that people often believe is not possible. Many understand motivation to be an innate trait. Due to this, we often look at other people and wonder where they get their motivation from, in both the positive and negative perspective. I will often see someone that is a parent, an athlete, succes…

I climbed to the top of Black Elk Peak and I was inspired. The inspiration came from a place that I didn’t expect. I expected to be inspired by the scenery and beauty of Custer State Park. That was definitely worth the effort and time. However, the people I met along the journey is what I will take away as inspiration. A large number of people will…

We all have stories we tell ourselves. The internal dialogue we use to narrate our lives. Those stories have a strong impact on how we view the world and ourselves. The narratives create characters and setting in our minds, which we insert our identities and navigate the best we can. When you are trying to become healthier and happier, it is import…

When you want to make a change in your life it is important to first have a solid understanding of where you are today. This is true whether the change is associated with your health, fitness or any other aspect that is open to change. This seems like a fairly basic principle, however it is something that is easy to avoid. The self assessment proce…

When you are working hard to develop a new lifestyle, it is important to be committed to the daily process. However, to remain inspired and achieve outcomes that seem unrealistic today, it is valuable to have a vision for what the future looks like.Oleh Gary Ditsch

The saying, “It’s a marathon, not a sprint” is an overused analogy. It is used so often that I wonder if it has any value in our every day conversations. However, as I think about all the mistakes marathon runners make during those first few miles, I see the value keeping that mantra alive. As you work through your behavior change program, maintain…

When you want to make a change in your habits, it is common for people to start researching all the different options to make that change. They will find products that say they can help, they will find experts whose methods are the best and all the activity starts to feel pretty good. The research is movement. The studying is progress. Or, that is …

Do you have a stressful lifestyle that isn't likely going to change any time soon? Are you worried that it's impacting your weight? Here's what to do...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

The scale is one way to watch your body change over time, but is it telling an accurate story? What's the best way to track your weight-loss progress?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Stomach Bloating Causes: If your stomach is flat in the morning but round and bloated by evening, you may be suffering from one of these digestive issues...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

How much protein do you actually need to eat each day? Since the answer differs for everyone, how can you know what a good amount of protein is for you?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

What role do your genetics plan in your health? Is all your hard work exercising and eating healthy foods going to waste if you have the "wrong" genetics?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

After giving birth, many women suffer from pelvic prolapse. What is it? How do you know if you have it? And, how can you heal and recover from it?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Does the ketogenic diet work for weight-loss or is it just the latest fad that will disappear with all the other diets that didn't live up to their hype?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Will losing weight make you happy? Unlikely. Weight-loss can be part of the equation, but it takes more that a slimmer physique to feel fulfilled...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Why are these children living with physical disabilities when we have the power to heal them? Will you help make their bodies work properly?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Does your energy for exercise go up and down with the seasons? It doesn't have to be that way. Here's how you can stay motivated all year long!Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Is injury is affecting the way you exercise? Is it a mental barrier? You're worried about re-injury? Overcome your fear. Get stronger. Here's how...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

The 80/20 rule is often applied to health. Is your fitness (and weight) determined 80% by nutrition and only 20% exercise? Does exercise not really matter?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Can you exercise to get long and lean muscles like a ballerina? Or, are the shape of your muscles determine primarily by your genetics? Here's the answer...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

You know you're an emotional eater, that's for sure. But knowing it and stopping it are two separate matters. Is "mindfulness" and "mindful eating" enough?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

What does your body's pH balance tell you about your health? What symptoms will you see if you become too acidic and how can you reverse this problem?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Want to eat more vegetables but just don't like the taste? The solution is in the way you prepare your meals. Learn how to make veggies taste great!Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Are you worried that you adopted unhealthy genetics from your parents? What can you do to overcome the obesity and illness that runs in your family?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Food cravings often lead to overeating, especially in the evening. Stop trying to rely on your willpower. This simple mindset shift might be what you need.Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Striving for healthy eating habits is great, but at what point does it become obsessive? When has healthy eating crossed over into an eating disorder?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

When cancer, other disease or injury strikes, how do you get your health and fitness back? What's reasonable to expect after losing so much ground?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

With age comes hormone changes. Have you noticed? But just because your "new normal" feels different, don't think that you've lost control. You haven't!Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

How often do you compare yourself to others? Are those comparisons inspiring you to be better? Or, do they leave you doubting your value and potential?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Are you chained to your desk? You sit all day without any opportunity to get up and get moving? Here's a 4-minute morning solution for you...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Stress is one of the most overlooked reasons why people can't lose weight. But, it's easier said than done to rid yourself of stress. Here's how to do it.Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Do you remember what it was like to move when you a child? No pain. No stiffness. No restriction. Can you get that back? You bet! Here's how...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

What does a nutritionist really eat? No hiding any treats or snacks. What healthy diet is doable for a professional, and can you do it too?Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Mental health and physical health are so closely linked. If you're feeling depressed or anxious, a few simple mindset shifts may be a great place to start.Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

Do you have digestive issues? Can't lose weight no matter what you try? What if leaky gut is the issue? Here's how to diagnose and treat leaky gut.Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional

You're worked hard to get in shape and you've seen some great results. Awesome! But, you're still not satisfied with your progress? Here's what to do...Oleh Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional