Interviews
FACE OFF: IFM sits down with one of the NHL’s best Strength and Conditioning Coaches, Matt Nichol.
…A rare and in-depth look at how some of today’s top players stay in shape! Lead photo left to right: Daniel Wikkin (Colorado Avalanche, Center), Andrew Cogliano (Edmonton Oilers, Center), Matt Nichol (Coach), Matt Stajan (Calgary Flames, Center), Mike Cammalleri (Montreal Canadiens, Left Wing), Jason Wilson (New York Rangers, Left Wing). Photos by Arsenik Photography As Told to Michelle Shaw
Health
BURNING OFF YOUR FAVOURITE CHOCOLATE NO EASY TASK
Everyone has a favourite go-t ocandy that they use when they are craving for a sugar fix. Chocolate tends to be high on many people’s list. While dark chocolates are known to have their health benefits, that still doesn’t stop many from opting to go the less healthy route and snack on milk chocolates. One of the more popular varieties
Fitness
BODY BREAKS DOWN IN JUST 7 DAYS
BODY BREAKS DOWN IN JUST 7 DAYS You might be surprised to find out how quickly the body detrains when inactive. • Without flexing and movement, muscle fibers, tendons and ligaments start to shrink and get tight; movement becomes limited. • Without the force of gravity against bones, they are not forced to store calcium and other minerals; they begin
Nutrition
YOGURT: The Fat Fighter (Recipes)
Yogurt is a great source of fat-blasting calcium, delivering 20 – 50 % of your recommended daily intake in a single serving. Containing nine essential amino acids and billions of probiotic bacteria, it is no wonder that this snack is so popular. For Recipes like these ones Check out Issue #31 of Inside Fitness. Peanut Butter Cup 3/4 cup


