Archive for the ‘Sports’ Category

Get in Shape this Spring

Monday, April 8th, 2013

Want to change up your workouts?  A spin class might just be the answer for you.

Indoor spinning is a great way to get your cardiovascular and strength training done in a quick 45 minute session.

10 Benefits of Spinning:

1.  Burn a ton of Calories- the average class can burn 800-1000 calories.  Need I say more?

2.  Low to No Impact- If you have knee and hip issues spin is a great way to keep up with your fitness program while removing the majority of impact on the body.

3.  Get Lost in the Music- one of my favorite things about spin is the music.  When you get an awesome instructor who plays motivating music it really helps the workout to go by fast.  Nothing worse than a 45 minute class feeling like a 90 minute class. Music is key!

4.  Feel The Energy- When you participate in a spin class with other riders the energy can be overwhelming, in a good way.  You can feed off of each other and that can push you to a whole new level in your fitness.

5.  Toned Legs- Spin is another fantastic way to sculpt and tone those gorgeous gams you always wanted.

6.  You Have the Control- People always tell me spin is too hard.  Well, it can be if you put too much tension on your bike but remember you have control over your resistance.  Spin gives you the ability to progress at your own pace.

7.  Detox- One of the best ways to detox is to SWEAT! Trust me when I say you will be sweating buckets when you spin.

8.  Stress Reliever- Spin is a super way to get rid of the cob webs in the brain.  It will clear your mind and leave you feeling energetic and alert.

9.  Mental Strength- Spin is a brilliant way to connect the mind, body, and soul.  A lot of times you may feel you want to give up but as your body gets stronger you will find so does your mind, and when the mind gets stronger, the body gets even stronger. Its win, win!

10. Happy Juice- All exercise helps to increase Serotonin in the body or what I like to call “happy juice”.  The music, the energy, the instructor, and the sound of the fly wheel on the bike are all spinerrific ways to tap into that juice and feel good all day.

For more info contact www.quadspin.com      Happy Riding!

Cutting Edge Competition Doesn’t Slice Into Friendships

Thursday, February 28th, 2013
Fast Friends Learning a Fast Sport

Fast Friends Learning a Fast Sport

Austin Pavao, Kai Abdool, Frank Feng, David Hinton, Ryan Parker, Adam DeVellis, Ivan Worona, and James Nelson — eight boys who live in different neighbourhoods and go to different schools.

They might never have met except for one thing they all have in common — a need for speed. Now they have become fast friends learning the fast sport of short track speed skating at the Oakville Speed Skating Club.
 
Three times a week, the boys — aged 8 to 12 — practice on an Olympic-sized rink lined with thick mats to protect them in case of a fall. In between drills and races you’ll find them at the centre of the ice joking around, talking and occasionally dancing Gangnam Style, just like other boys their age. The only difference is they’re wearing Kevlar-lined skin suits and skates with razor sharp blades while they do it.

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What’s New at Glen Eden?

Monday, January 21st, 2013

One of the things I like the most about the winter is skiing, and I love that any day of the week without having to make elaborate plans and without having to drive for hours, I can pack up my skis and my son can grab his snowboard and we can head up to Glen Eden and be on the slopes in half an hour. We are lucky to have such a great ski and snowboard centre located so close to the city, especially one that offers such a great variety for all levels of skiers and boarders, including those who have never hit the hills before. With world-class snow-making and grooming

This year, Glen Eden has added a few more exciting features that will make your season even more enjoyable. The fantastic new Visitor Centre is located at the west end of the parking lot, and is a convenient place to sign up or sign in for lessons, or pick up a lift ticket or season’s pass, and then hop on the tractor shuttle to get to the hill. (more…)

55th Annual Toronto International Boat Show: January 12-20, 2013

Thursday, January 10th, 2013

The Worlds Largest Indoor Lake at the Toronto International Boat Show

Fun for the Whole Family!

As temperatures drop, so do the options for parents looking for activities to plan in the middle of winter for the entire family. Look no further than the Toronto International Boat Show to entertain, educate and offer unique activities that bring summer fun indoors.

Ever wonder what luxury yachts look like inside? Take a full inside view of Skyline Marine’s Sea Ray yacht display which features boats from 18 to 52 feet. For smaller boats to go with your new yacht, be sure to check out Oakville’s  own, CO2 Inflatable’s which continues to be named the largest dealer by volume in Canada every year since 2005. (more…)

Canadian Open to Return to Glen Abbey in 2013

Monday, July 9th, 2012
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Mike Weir on the tee at the Canadian Open Pro Am

Mike Weir on the tee at the Canadian Open Pro Am

Oakville, Ont. (Golf Canada) – Golf Canada and RBC announced that Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ont. will host the 2013 RBC Canadian Open. The event will take place July 22-28, 2013.

Renowned as the longtime home of the Canadian Open, Glen Abbey will play host to Canada’s National Open Championship for a record 26th time. The announcement marks the return of the RBC Canadian Open to the ClubLink-owned facility for the first time since 2009.

“In partnership with RBC, we are very pleased to confirm that the RBC Canadian Open will return to Glen Abbey Golf Club in 2013,” said Golf Canada Executive Director and CEO Scott Simmons. “Glen Abbey has challenged the world’s best on 25 occasions and played host to many of the most memorable finishes in Canadian Open history. As the most fan-friendly spectator course I’ve ever seen, the Abbey and the Canadian Open share a special connection in Canadian golf and we’re thrilled to add to that legacy once again in 2013.”

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