https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal Advice and information to help you support your business, your people and you. Fri, 04 Feb 2022 18:52:27 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/5-things-to-do-in-2022-for-better-heart-health/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/5-things-to-do-in-2022-for-better-heart-health/#respond Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:55:56 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10386 It's not only Valentine's Day, but also Heart Month in February.   Fact: Your heart beats about 100,000 times in one day and about 35 million times in a year. During an average lifetime, the human heart will beat more than 2.5 billion times.  Our heart deserves the utmost respect for keeping us alive, so the very least we can do in return is treat it well!]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/5-things-to-do-in-2022-for-better-heart-health/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/everything-you-need-for-your-at-home-gym/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/everything-you-need-for-your-at-home-gym/#respond Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:55:32 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10071 Going to workout facilities hasn't been an option for quite some time so why not stay home and still get it done?  There are a few things to consider, so here's a quick start guide to get you on your way to your creating your own home gym at a reasonable cost.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/everything-you-need-for-your-at-home-gym/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-health-benefits-of-walking-as-exercise/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-health-benefits-of-walking-as-exercise/#respond Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:55:05 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9533 Sometimes we need only a gentle reminder that the simplest things can make the biggest difference in our lives.  Walking daily is one of them!  If you are physically able to walk, you can start enjoying the long term health benefits almost immediately.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-health-benefits-of-walking-as-exercise/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/fit-in-exercise-at-home-with-the-10-minute-plan/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/fit-in-exercise-at-home-with-the-10-minute-plan/#respond Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:55:06 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9882 Time is a precious commodity, especially for parents.  There are some simple ways to sneak some exercise into your day without an "all or nothing" attitude. Remember, the benefits of activity are accumulative, so it will add up to a healthier and happier you before you know it.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/fit-in-exercise-at-home-with-the-10-minute-plan/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/exercise-for-energy-get-more-out-of-your-day/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/exercise-for-energy-get-more-out-of-your-day/#respond Thu, 27 May 2021 10:55:14 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9855 When we're feeling stressed and "too busy" to exercise, that's probably when we need it most!  There are sustainable ways to fit something physical into each day.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/exercise-for-energy-get-more-out-of-your-day/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-to-know-about-working-out-at-home/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-to-know-about-working-out-at-home/#respond Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:55:17 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9748 Considering home workouts but don't know how to get started? It's quite achieveable. This article touches on the basic "must haves" and gives you the motivation to give it a try!  ]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-to-know-about-working-out-at-home/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/3-essential-workouts-to-lose-weight/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/3-essential-workouts-to-lose-weight/#respond Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:55:29 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=8768 Any physical activity is time well spent, but if you're looking to shed some extra weight, it helps to recognize the importance of the three main components of training.    Incorporating these into your routine could be the key to sticking to a program and seeing long term results.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/3-essential-workouts-to-lose-weight/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/rockport-1-mile-fitness-walking-test-calculator/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/rockport-1-mile-fitness-walking-test-calculator/#respond Mon, 12 Oct 2020 10:55:55 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=8702 Try out this very quick and simple test to evaluate your level of fitness.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/rockport-1-mile-fitness-walking-test-calculator/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/9-ways-to-get-a-great-cardio-workout-at-home/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/9-ways-to-get-a-great-cardio-workout-at-home/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2020 10:55:59 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9266 Still not feeling sure about returning to a public workout facility?   If so, you aren't alone.   There are many things you can do to get in your cardio and this article is full of great ideas to get it done without heading to the gym.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/9-ways-to-get-a-great-cardio-workout-at-home/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/gyms-are-reopening-but-is-it-safe-to-go-back/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/gyms-are-reopening-but-is-it-safe-to-go-back/#respond Mon, 20 Jul 2020 10:55:43 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9200 "You may be eager to get back to your normal routine, but there are still precautions needed to keep your workouts safe."]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/gyms-are-reopening-but-is-it-safe-to-go-back/feed/ 0