The Dreambody blog

Fitness, nutrition and weight loss articles from Paul Anthony

The Dreambody blog shares training, nutrition and mindset advice from Paul Anthony, a Calgary personal trainer and world champion natural bodybuilder. Browse articles on weight loss, meal planning, workouts, bodybuilding and wellness, plus recipes and client transformation stories.

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The Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer to Achieve Your Fitness Goals by Summer

The Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer to Achieve Your Fitness Goals by Summer

As the summer season approaches, many of us find ourselves motivated to shed those winter pounds and achieve our fitness goals. However, the path to reaching those goals can be challenging and overwhelming, especially if you're unsure where to start or lack the necessary guidance. That's w
May 5, 2023
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The Importance Of Strength Training For Weight Loss

The Importance Of Strength Training For Weight Loss

Weight loss can be a challenging journey for anyone. It requires commitment, hard work, accountability and lifestyle changes that can be really hard to keep. While most people focus on cardio exercises and calorie restriction to lose weight, they often overlook the importance of strength t
April 21, 2023
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Tips From A Fitness Coach: 3 Unexpected Obstacles To Your Fitness Goals

Tips From A Fitness Coach: 3 Unexpected Obstacles To Your Fitness Goals

Achieving fitness goals can be challenging, and it's not just because of the physical effort or adapted eating plans required. There are several unexpected obstacles that can get in the way of reaching your fitness goals. As a fitness coach and personal trainer, I've seen firsthand how the
April 7, 2023
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Spring Into Action: 4 Spring Activities That Will Help You Lose Weight

Spring Into Action: 4 Spring Activities That Will Help You Lose Weight

Spring has sprung, and it's the perfect time to renew your focus on getting healthy, feeling great, and losing weight. With the warmer weather and longer days, there are plenty of activities that can help you get moving and shed those unwanted pounds before summer. It can be challenging to
March 18, 2023
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A Weight Loss Coach Can Help You Reframe Your Mindset For Better Results

A Weight Loss Coach Can Help You Reframe Your Mindset For Better Results

Weight loss can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to changing your mindset. A weight loss coach can help reframe your mindset and create a more positive approach to your health and fitness goals. By using techniques like goal setting, accountability, and positive thinking,
February 27, 2023
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At-Home Winter Workouts With Your Online Personal Trainer

At-Home Winter Workouts With Your Online Personal Trainer

Some people prefer online personal training all year long, but it’s even more appealing in the wintertime when it’s cold and dark and easy to lose the motivation to leave the house. If you want to stay inside your nice comfortable home and avoid driving on icy roads, an online
December 19, 2022
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The Benefits Of A Personal Trainer When Recovering From Illness Or Injury

The Benefits Of A Personal Trainer When Recovering From Illness Or Injury

If you are recovering from an injury or illness and have been approved by your doctor to resume physical activity, it’s a good idea to start working with a personal trainer. Physical activity is an important part of recovery after illness or injury, as your body needs to rebuild stre
October 7, 2022
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What Can A Personal Trainer Do For Me?

What Can A Personal Trainer Do For Me?

Staying active benefits every person. Some people choose to work with a personal trainer because they have a specific goal in mind, such as wanting to run a marathon, to drop several pounds, or to build muscle in certain areas. Other people choose to start working with a personal trainer s
August 2, 2022
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4 Things A Personal Trainer Does To Help You Meet Your Fitness Goals

4 Things A Personal Trainer Does To Help You Meet Your Fitness Goals

Staying on top of our fitness by ourselves is difficult. There is a temptation to skip workouts, we might feel like it’s taking forever to see results, or maybe we’re nervous about starting weightlifting for the first time and feeling clueless about it. One of the best ways to
July 27, 2022
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The Countdown Is On! Time To Get Your Body Beach-Ready!

The Countdown Is On! Time To Get Your Body Beach-Ready!

Winter is finally coming to an end! The grass is getting greener, the trees are looking a little less bare, and the snow has finally melted away. After all the time spent indoors during the winter, we can now look forward to getting outside more to enjoy some Vitamin D. Although the though
June 25, 2022
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6 Tips To Cut Belly Fat

6 Tips To Cut Belly Fat

Maintaining a trim midsection is not just about looking good in a bathing suit or feeling comfortable in clothes. Although this is the main reason people exercise and eat a healthy diet, keeping a toned midsection lowers your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. Losing weight,
June 7, 2022
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How Your Personal Trainer Will Hold You Accountable On Your Fitness Journey

How Your Personal Trainer Will Hold You Accountable On Your Fitness Journey

May 11, 2021
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Achieve Your Summer Fitness Goals With A Personal Trainer

Achieve Your Summer Fitness Goals With A Personal Trainer

May 4, 2021
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Smash Your Weight Loss Goals With One-On-One Personal Training

Smash Your Weight Loss Goals With One-On-One Personal Training

March 3, 2021
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What Important Details Do You Need to Share With Your Personal Trainer?

What Important Details Do You Need to Share With Your Personal Trainer?

November 18, 2020
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How a Weight Loss Coach Can Help You Conquer Your Inner Demons

How a Weight Loss Coach Can Help You Conquer Your Inner Demons

November 12, 2020
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What It Takes to Be a Good Fitness Trainer for Seniors

What It Takes to Be a Good Fitness Trainer for Seniors

October 6, 2020
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How Online Personal Training Helps With Weight Loss

How Online Personal Training Helps With Weight Loss

August 29, 2020
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Top Things to Look for When Selecting an Online Personal Trainer

Top Things to Look for When Selecting an Online Personal Trainer

May 26, 2020
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3 Ways Online Training Can Kickstart Your Weight-Loss Journey

3 Ways Online Training Can Kickstart Your Weight-Loss Journey

May 6, 2020
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6 Ways Our Online Personal Trainers Can Help Boost Your Mental Health

6 Ways Our Online Personal Trainers Can Help Boost Your Mental Health

April 15, 2020
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How Our Online Personal Training Program Keeps You Fit During This Difficult Time

How Our Online Personal Training Program Keeps You Fit During This Difficult Time

March 8, 2020
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5 Signs You Could Benefit From a Weight Loss Coach

5 Signs You Could Benefit From a Weight Loss Coach

February 29, 2020
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3 Things to Consider When Looking For a Personal Trainer

3 Things to Consider When Looking For a Personal Trainer

January 31, 2020
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The Dreambody blog covers weight loss, nutrition, fitness, personal training, online personal training, bodybuilding, wellness and intermittent fasting, along with recipes, client transformations and testimonials.

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Articles share general information. For workouts and a meal plan built around your body, goals and history, book a free consultation with Paul Anthony.

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