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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

The Real Cost of Assisted Living in Stittsville, and How Strength May Keep You Independent Longer

Between The Bumpers
Published on: 03/03/2026

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.

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Standing Desk Calories Burned: The Honest Numbers, With a Calculator

Standing Desk Calories Burned: The Honest Numbers, With a Calculator

Between The Bumpers
Published on: 27/02/2026

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.

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Committed Club: Why More Isn't Better

Committed Club: Why More Isn't Better

Between The Bumpers
Published on: 25/01/2026

Fitness doesn’t need to be extreme to be effective. This post breaks down why consistency beats burnout—and how the Committed Club helps busy Stittsville professionals train smarter for real life.

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6 Reasons That Working Out With a Friend Makes Fitness Easier to Stick With

6 Reasons That Working Out With a Friend Makes Fitness Easier to Stick With

Between The Bumpers
Published on: 29/12/2025

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.

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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.