When it comes to weight management (losing, gaining or maintaining weight) counting or tracking calories is an effective tool, however it's not for everyone!For many people it can be a trigger or just not a manageable solution. This week Gareth shares some alternative solutions that you can simply implement into everyday life! -Mentioned during episode:Precision Nutrition's Balanced Plate Precision Nutrition's Hand Portion Guide-Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week we revisit an incredible episode from last year! -In this episode Gareth & Danielle take a dive into the information filled world of nutrition covering food labelling, diet culture, artificial sweeteners, high protein, spot fat reduction, mindset and a whole lot more.-If you want to be entertained, increase your knowledge and get some solid facts and science around nutrition then this episode is for you!-Danielle is an Associate Professor in Kinesiology and Applied Health, with a focus on Nutrition. Her previous research focused on the effects of dietary components, like fatty acids in dairy and bioactive compounds in plant-based foods, on obesity, fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. Her current research program focuses on diet and chronic metabolic disease related to intestinal health. When not in the research lab, Danielle teaches courses in introductory nutrition, advanced sports nutrition, and physiology. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and love of nutrition, especially dispelling common misconceptions, and breaking down nutrition information to make it relevant and accessible.Support the show

This week Gareth & Nicky are joined by Author, Janessa Gazmen.-Janessa share some insight in to why she decided to write her book Little Yogis BIG FEELINGS, why it is so important and how it can be used as tool to build emotional awareness is our kids, and ourselves!Get your copy here-Connect with JanessaWebsite-Janessa Gazmen is a certified yoga teacher (e-RYT) and member of the Yoga Alliance. She has been teaching both family yoga and kids yoga since 2012. Having taught all ages from four-year-olds to ninety-nine-year-olds, Gazmen has seen first-hand how connected our body, minds, and spirits are. She is passionate about bringing the peace and strength of that connection to children all around the world.-Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

As we approach Mother's day, join Nicky as she shares some insight on Mom Guilt and how to balance self care and being the best version of yourself as a Mom. -Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week Gareth welcomes old friend and and fellow fit pro, Holly Dykstra AKA HOLLYWOOD to the show!-Holly shares some awesome insight to her fitness journey before the pair take a dive into body image, habits and abundance!-Connect with HollyWebsiteInstagramFacebook-Holly is the Owner and Head Coach of KeepFit Women, Toronto & Port Perry Divisions; a business that specializes in whole body health and fitness for women. KeepFit Women brings together sustainable fitness practices, nutrition education, mindset coaching and community to serve women in the Greater Toronto Area. Prior to this role, Holly spent 10 years working in the corporate world in a leadership position at the largest fitness company in Canada. Holly has had the opportunity to travel across the country, training teams of fitness professionals working on the ground level in the areas of group fitness, personal training, and club management. -Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

Today Gareth is joined by Kristen Hosick, owner of Front Porch Refillery. The pair have an awesome conversation about how refilling is heavily linked to community.When trying to make an impact in the world, or within our own lives it can be daunting! Small steps are the key.... -Connect with Kristen & Find Out More:WebsiteInstagramFacebookCBC Documentary mentioned on show-Front Porch Refillery helps people and businesses reduce their waste and ditch single-use plastic. We bring refillable household + personal care products right to your door - waste free. Our mission is to help our community decrease waste and live more sustainably.  -Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week join host, Gareth for a quick solo show. -When we are setting and working towards a goal, we often set just one single metric to measure our success. As in many areas of life, we do not see linear progressions and that single metric does not show improvement. This often leads to us giving up.... today, you will hear all about expanding your metrics to create the consistency, that gets results!-Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week Gareth is joined by Coach Chantal Smith. Chantal walks us through her successful method to build confidence in your body! Learn the 4 step process of acting, believing and mastering your confidence and how it will massively impact your life! This conversation is a must listen. -Connect with Chantal:WebsiteInstagramFacebook-Chantal Smith is a people motivator & activator, culture enthusiast,  and problem solver who believes in manifesting her own success and greatness while injecting her sparkles in everyone she meets. Rising daily at 4am, Chantal is also an entrepreneur at heart and has spent the last 13 years as the driving force behind her own life coaching business called Coach Chantal Smith. In addition to this, she is a full-time Employment Manager/DE&I Ambassador at Randstad Canada where she is known for her commitment to employee happiness and driving change. She has recently took on yet another venture with her partner and opened up another company called Elev8 Oxygen Therapy Inc. delivering recreational oxygen from the pioneers and leaders in that space. Their mission is to Educate communities on the health benefits of supplemental canned oxygen, deliver an all natural source of energy and Elevate the importance of breathing clean air.  It is Chantal’s passion to create an environment of belonging and everlasting change within each human she encounters.  Prior to working with Randstad, Chantal spent 15 years in the interior design industry. Chantal is a single mom with two incredibly loving adult children. When not engaged with work, she is a fitness junkie, figure competitor, and power lifter.-Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week Gareth & Nicky discuss the what, why & how behind our business expansion and what to expect in the future! -Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show

This week we revisit a fun, early episode of the show with Gareth & Nicky playing a game of 'would you rather'. This episode has a heap of laughs and will help you get to know the hosts a little better! -We will be back next week with another guest episode!-Join the Nock, Nock... Who's There? podcast community page on Facebook  HERE-Connect with The Nock Academy:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookYouTube-Want to start a podcast? Check out Buzzsprout the only podcast hosting platform you will ever need!-Music CreditMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: RVXAMD2PL6G2MKCWSupport the show