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Client Spotlight: Sunny Chandan

12.01.2023 | Client of the Month

We are so thrilled to have Sunny Chandan as part of the Precision family and are honored to have been a part of his fitness and wellness journey. Sunny went from being unsure about the best ways to...

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Trainer Tip: Small Changes Add Up

12.01.2023 | Training Tips

This month’s trainer tip comes from Precision Athletics’ co-founder and master trainer Craig Boyd. Remember that big changes can come from small, consistent movements. If you are starting out on...

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Trainer Spotlight: Craig and Pepe

12.01.2023 | Trainer of the Month

The Beginnings of Precision Athletics This month, we would like to highlight Precision Athletics’ co-founders, Pepe and Craig. November 11 marked the 21st year that Precision Athletics has been...

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Top 10 Tips for Healthy Living

12.01.2023 | Training Tips

Looking to live a healthier lifestyle in the new year? If you have fallen off your fitness routine or if you are completely new to a healthy lifestyle, starting the journey can feel daunting. Josee...

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How to Speed Up Your Metabolism for Real Fat Loss

12.09.2022 | Nutrition

  If you are working on your fitness level or if you are trying to lose weight, you have likely been told that it is essential for you to speed up your metabolism. But you might be wondering –...

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Get To Know Our Coach Ewa Dolowy

21.03.2021 | Trainer of the Month

What were you doing before Precision Athletics? I was conducting group fitness classes, personal training, and teaching P.E. at schools: all age groups including university.   Why did you decide...

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Client of the month Brigitta

Client Success Transformation: Brigitta

21.03.2021 | Client of the Month , Success Stories

It’s been awhile since we posted a client success story! This month we’re introducing you to Brigitta, who works with personal trainer, Craig Boyd. What were you doing for fitness before...

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Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy

21.03.2021 | Training Tips

Additional potential benefits of sticking to an exercise regime during pregnancy are having less aches and pains, decreased pregnancy swelling, a boost in your moods and an increase in your energy...

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Power Training: Increase Your Speed and Strength

18.05.2019 | Training Tips

When strength training, you use resistance (weights, body mass, resistance bands, etc.) to build the strength of your muscles. When training for strength, the focus is increasing the load from...

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An Expert’s Guide: Finding the Right Training Program

08.04.2019 | Group Fitness , Training Tips

You’ve probably found yourself on our blog because you’ve been searching for a personal trainer in Vancouver, researching the best fitness class to take, or considering buying an online coaching...

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5 Keys to Training Success – Powerlifting Vancouver

14.09.2018 | Training Tips

  Are you tired of going to the gym and not getting results? I know this is an over-used marketing tag line. But the truth is many people do go to the gym day after day, week after week, year...

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How to Set Fitness Goals You Can Keep

09.01.2018 | Training Tips

It’s that time of year again! The calendar has turned and everyone is absolutely, optimistically positive that 2018 is going to be THE year that they finally get fit. The bad news? Research...

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Improve Your Deadlift With Three Simple Exercises

23.05.2017 | Training Tips

Excited about weight lifting but nervous about injury? Nail your deadlift by following these simple tips and learn exercises that will improve safety and allow you to lift more weight....

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Trainer Tip: Have You Conquered the Plank?

25.01.2017 | Training Tips

Not that we’re saying that we love planks, but for one simple move it is a serious core strengthener. Did you know that your personal plank stamina can be an indicator of when it’s time...

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Are Your Hormones Holding You Back?

25.01.2017 | Training Tips

“No matter what I do, I can’t seem to lose weight!”. This refrain is heard a lot, particularly at this time of year. In many cases it’s simply that...

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Meet Vianelle, Our Newest Trainer

06.06.2016 | Training Tips

We have a new personal trainer on the team, Vianelle Zaparilla. We asked Vianelle for a training tip for those new to exercise. She says:  “If you’re new to working out, set small...

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What is Tabata Training?

09.03.2016 | Training Tips

Tabata Training is a type of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), consisting of eight rounds of ultra-high intensity exercises. The interval is 20-seconds of maximum intensity, and 10-seconds of...

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How to Enjoy Running in Cold Weather

11.12.2015 | Training Tips

Running in cooler temperatures can be rewarding, but only if you’re well prepared. We recently read a good article in IMPACT Magazine called, “Embrace the Chill: 7 Great Ways to Cozy Up to...

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Pull-Up Tips

Trainer Tip: Improving Pull-Ups

13.10.2015 | Trainer of the Month , Training Tips

Post by Personal Trainer Teri-Lynn Nelson The pull-up is a compound pulling exercise that mainly targets the latissimus dorsi muscle in the back. Other muscles of the back, shoulders, arms, and...

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3 Ways to Improve Your Time on the Grouse Grind

27.07.2015 | Training Tips

Clients and friends ask me for tips on how they can improve their time on the Grind. While there are several variables and different skill levels to consider, these three points are topmost to...

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