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Home and décor expert, Megan McLeod and our very own Registered Dietitian, Angela Dufour take us through a full pantry refresh, both on the organizational front and health front. Giving your space the attention it deserves can have positive effects on both your physical and mental health. Cluttered pantries can lead to cluttered minds, and choosing the right products to stock up on can lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Get into the 'gut' of the matter with Judo Athlete Alexandre Arencibia and Canadian Paratriathlon Champion Chantal Givens, as they share how they manage their gut health as professional athletes. We'll also hear from our very own dietitian Angela Dufour, who will debunk some gut health myths and provide tips on improving our digestive health overall.

Some see obstacles as a puzzle to solve, others see obstacles as an opportunity to grow and some see obstacles as reasons to give up. Registered Physiotherapist and Certified Athletic Therapist, Jami Boyd and professional Canadian athlete, Shannon Macaulay share some of their experiences and strategies for how to overcome some of life's obstacles.

Harnessing your personal best is a true commitment to yourself and the life you want to enjoy, but where do you start? Join Chris DeWolfe, mental performance consultant and professional Canadian athlete, Crystal Emmanuel as they share their insight and tackle important topics.

It’s never too early—or too late—to start thinking about bone health. Chiropractic Sports Specialist, Dr. Janice Drover, Canadian athlete, Haley Daniels and Canadian para-athlete, Bernard LaPointe speak about why focusing on bone health is important in our younger years, as well as when we begin to age.

Often, people struggle to find the motivation to lead a healthier and more active lifestyle. Our host takes a deep dive into what some of the barriers may be in reaching our goals and how we may be able to overcome these obstacles. With the help and perspective of exercise physiologist, Darren Steeves, as well as professional Canadian athlete, Alex Scott, we were able to break down some of the top pieces of advice for those looking to set new goals for themselves and help to maintain these objectives over time.    

Maintaining physical and mental health can be difficult, especially during hard times. Our host, Angela Dufour, speaks to the importance of our health and ways we can improve it day-to-day. You'll also hear from Canadian Professional Athlete, Michelle Sawatzky-Koop and licensed psychologist Dr. Adrienne Toogood, on how to manage and focus on our health during key period of time.