Notes from the barn. Short, honest, and useful this week.
What we tell members across the table: how to get strong again without wrecking yourself, what actually keeps you independent, and how to fit it into a week that is already full.
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The Real Cost of Assisted Living in Stittsville, and How Strength May Keep You Independent Longer
Retirement homes in Ottawa run about $3,800 to $6,500 a month. What decides when you need one is often strength. Here is the math on every year you stay home, and how to train for it. ...more
Longevity ,Lifestyle
March 03, 2026
Standing Desk Calories Burned: The Honest Numbers, With a Calculator
How many calories does standing at your desk really burn versus sitting? About 9 an hour. Use the calculator, see what that adds up to in a year, and learn the two habits that matter more. ...more
Longevity ,Lifestyle
February 27, 2026
6 Reasons That Working Out With a Friend Makes Fitness Easier to Stick With
Working out with a friend isn’t just more fun — it’s one of the most effective ways to stay consistent, accountable, and motivated long term. Here’s why shared fitness leads to better results. ...more
Longevity ,Mindset Lifestyle &Accountability
December 29, 2025•3 min read
Why Tracking Your Workouts Is One of the Most Important Things You Can Do at BTB
Learn why tracking your workouts at BTB — a leading strength and group fitness gym in Guelph — is key to building strength, improving performance, and staying motivated. Discover how our 3- and 6-week... ...more
Longevity ,Mindset Gym Logistics &FAQs
November 08, 2025•3 min read
Busy Professionals’ Guide to Simple, High-Protein Eating
we know life can feel like a juggling act. Between work, family, and squeezing in workouts, meal planning often falls to the bottom of the list. But fueling your body properly is crucial to hitting yo... ...more
Longevity ,Lifestyle
January 07, 2025•3 min read
Gear For Class
So you’ve been training with us for a little while now. It’s more than likely that you’ve noticed that there are some trends in the gym. Certain people wear funky looking shoes to class, on rope climb... ...more
Longevity
January 10, 2024•5 min read
Importance of Strength Training As We Age
This article discusses the importance of Strength Training As We Age ...more
Longevity
October 26, 2023•3 min read
Pregnancy & Training
Let’s talk about exercise and pregnancy! So whether you’re pregnant, planning on getting pregnant, or perhaps know someone who is pregnant, let this article be a great framework for understanding preg... ...more
Longevity
February 09, 2023•2 min read
Working Around Injuries
Injuries happen! And not always in the places you most expect. Yes people do get hurt at the gym. Although we do our best to coach you correctly, emphasize proper movement patterns, and scale ‘modify’... ...more
Longevity
April 02, 2021•5 min read
Embracing Slow Days: How to Thrive on Days When You're Not at Your Best
Some days, everything just seems to go your way. You wake up feeling energized, everything falls into place, and you have a great workout at the gym. These are the days we like to call "fast days." Bu... ...more
Longevity
April 16, 2020•1 min read
Reading is a fine start. A conversation is a better one.
Twenty minutes with a coach, no workout, and an honest answer on where to begin.