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Abbotsford, BC, Canada

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My name is Jereymi Longpre. I started my fitness journey in August 2015.
I didn't like how I looked and wanted to make a change. I was getting ready for the upcoming college baseball season and wanted to get in better shape. In my mind, this would make me a better baseball player.

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Abbotsford, BC, Canada
778-552-8116
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Adding more to yesterday’s post about how import

Adding more to yesterday’s post about how important it is to start your morning off right. Here is one exercise to add to your morning routine to set your mind up for success for the day.

Make your bed.

That’s it. Try it. It feels good not only after a long day coming home to a bed that nicely made and hopping into a clean space. It also allows you to accomplish a task first thing in the morning (giving you that little bit of dopamine) setting you up ready to tackle the next item on your to do list.

Homework:

Make your bed every morning for a week.
Note how you feel and see how the rest of your day pans out.

Much Love,

Jer

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How your start your mornings makes all the differe

How your start your mornings makes all the difference on how stressful or relaxed your day will be. Let’s discuss why the four tips up top will help you on your journey.

Drinking a glass of water. When we wake up in the morning, we (most likely) have not had any hydration for 7-9 hours. Your body is thirsty and naturally dehydrated! Start the day off by hydrating your body to promote proper organ function, healthy skin and a jump start to metabolism.

Eating a macronutrient balanced meal. Eating a meal high in protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates will promote feelings of fullness and result in higher energy levels and a better mood. Send me a DM so I can help you with this!

Set your intentions for the day and pick three things to accomplish today. Being intentional with your day will result in feelings of accomplishment and satisfaction while allowing your brain to rest and focus on those three tasks.

Stay off of your phone. Early morning scrolling can disrupt your sleep-wake cycle and has been shown to decrease mood and lead to a stressful day. Some of the content we are scrolling through can also affect our motivation, leaving you feeling flat for the morning and possibly the whole day. Start the first 60 minutes of your morning phone-free, and let me know how it helps you with your day.

Have you tried implementing any of these habits into your morning routine? Let me know in the comments below.

Much Love,

Jer

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If you’ve heard of dopamine in the past, you hav

If you’ve heard of dopamine in the past, you have probably heard it is a “feel-good” chemical. While it is responsible for increased mood and pleasure, it does a lot more than you think.

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter produced in our brains. It allows for communication between neurons. It is released when our brains expect a reward, causing cravings and later, addiction.

Aside from the well-known “feel good” effects, dopamine is also involved in:

-blood flow
-digestion
-memory function
-mood and emotions
-stress response and
-sleep.

This is not an exhaustive list; dopamine has its hand in many bodily functions!

Now that we know more about it let’s discuss signs our dopamine levels are low.

Do you ever experience:

-trouble concentrating
-lack of motivation
-movement/coordination difficulties or
-decreased alertness?

These are all signs of low levels of dopamine. If you find yourself experiencing these symptoms, here are some ways to increase your levels of dopamine:

-get enough sleep (7-9 hours every night without exception)
-exercise regularly
-consider supplements or increase protein intake
-listen to music you enjoy (search for tunes that give you chills)
-meditation
-get enough sunlight

While these are all great suggestions, I know it can be hard to put new habits into place. Do you feel stuck and need someone to help you navigate this journey? I am here for you and would be happy to chat. Shoot me a DM, and let’s get started!

Much Love,

Jer

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As I am sure most of you had heard the term stress

As I am sure most of you had heard the term stress hormone. Do you know it’s called cortisol?

Do you know why it’s called the stress hormone?

Probably not unless you’ve done a bit of research on your own.

Cortisol is more than just a stress hormone. It is produced in the adrenal glands which sit on top of your kidneys. Cortisol aids with blood sugar regulation, inflammation reduction, metabolism regulation, and memory formulation.

However, if you produce too much cortisol it can wreak havoc on you.

Here are some signs you may have too much cortisol:
• weight gain, mostly around the midsection and upper back
• weight gain and rounding of the face
• acne
• thinning skin
• easy bruising
• flushed face
• slowed healing
• muscle weakness
• severe fatigue
• irritability
• difficulty concentrating
• high blood pressure
• headache

What does it mean if you have high cortisol? The main contributor is stress. If you have a very stressful life, or don’t deal with your stressors there can be that stubborn weight that just won’t disappear.

If you feel like you struggle with your food you’re likely producing cortisol at a higher rate because your probably stressed about it.

I have been there, I’ve learn techniques that deal with stress surrounding food, fitness and health. I can help you reach the top of the mountain and on to living your best life with freedom.

Send me a DM if you feel you want to be free from the stress of food and fitness.

Much Love,

Jer

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Everyone starts as a beginner when they start some

Everyone starts as a beginner when they start something new. Whenever you start something new you will do a lot of trial and error. A lot of roller coaster ups and downs. It can be exhausting.

I went through all of the trial and errors and I would like to help you expedite that process. As a coach who actually cares about your mental health and your relationship with food, I will be there to help navigate you through the ups and downs and by pass the months and months sometimes years of trial and error.

It’s time to stop yo-yo dieting and time to start caring for your body and mental health.

If you want a crazy transformation send me a DM and let get started!

Much Love,

Jer

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When faced with hardships, taking care of ourselve

When faced with hardships, taking care of ourselves often is not any of the options we chose to engage in. It’s important to remember that we cannot take care of others without first taking care of ourselves. If you try to take care of others first that’s when resentment kicks in. Here are some gentle and effective ways to take care of yourself and start that healing process:

1. Journal
2. Exercise
3. Feed your body nutritious foods
4. Meditate
5. Grounding
6. Talk to a professional

Each of these brings a sense of peace to your soul. If you need help with nutrition send me a DM and I’d be happy to help!

Much Love,

Jer

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It's that time of year again when everyone is maki

It's that time of year again when everyone is making resolutions to get in shape. But by the end of January, most people have already given up on their resolutions. Why is it so hard to stick to our goals? One reason is that our motivation fails us. We may start out with a lot of enthusiasm, but eventually we run out of steam. So how can we stay motivated?

One reason motivation fails you is because it acts more as a sugar rush than a consistent push. At the beginning setting your goal can feel good and fun (like sugar), but after awhile that “rush” fades.

Tip #1: Write your goal down, along with the process you are going to follow to get to your goal. Then FORGET your goal.

Why forget the place I want to get to? I hear you it doesn’t make a lot of sense at first. The reasoning for this is because a lot of the time we tend to compare ourselves and where were at to the goal. Consistently doing this will place you into a negative mind and you’ll start beating yourself up. We want to set ourselves up for success. Fall in love with the process you’ve written down.

Tip #2: You need small victories and successes.

As you are writing the process down, create mini goals as well! The more goals you achieve the more positive dopamine you will get. (More on dopamine to come!) The more successes you have under your belt the more likely you’ll be willing to stick through the tough times because you’ve already accomplish a bundle of mini goals.

Tip #3: Find an accountability partner.

This hack is incredible. Find someone to do whatever it is you would like to accomplish with you. Days your not into your partner will bring you up and vice versa. Another good way is to get a coach! Having someone to report to or work with will be in the back of your mind when you want to stop. Even reaching out and explaining your struggles. I’ve struggled a lot and I have a lot of tips and tricks to get through them. Im here to help you succeed.

Send me a DM if your goal this year is to work on your nutrition, lose some weight or just in general want to become healthier.

Much Love,

Jer

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Do you ever ask yourself why? Why am I eating thi

Do you ever ask yourself why?

Why am I eating this? Why am I doing this workout?

Did you start something just because someone else told you you should?

I encourage you to start questioning EVERYTHING. Not with skepticism, fear or doubt; but with wonder, awe and curiosity. Finding the answers will become that much easier when you start to actually ask yourself the question consistently. When you know the reason behind why you are doing something, you are much more likely to be successful at whatever you put your heart and soul into.

When you know your “why”, you are living with intention. You are living the life that you want to live and that is a beautiful thing.

The key is to start small and write things down. For example, make a list of the activities you do, and jot down the reasons why you do those things. This may feel hard or daunting at first, but since when does trying something new feel comfortable? All you have to do is start (and then keep the momentum going).

You are capable of doing the things you love, you just have to figure out what those things are and make a plan of how you are going to get there. I can help you with that.

If you find yourself wishing for more direction on what or how to eat for optimal health and wellness, I’m your guy. I am here to help you reach your nutrition and wellness goals and would be so happy to hear from you.

Much Love,

Jer

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Here’s a delicious recipe that not only is a mou

Here’s a delicious recipe that not only is a mouth watering meal but also can be frozen as a snack for later or another day especially if you are craving something sweet!

INGREDIENTS

1 cup oats
1 banana
2 eggs
1/2 cup egg whites
4 teaspoons baking powder
a pinch of salt
a pinch of cinnamon
1–2 scoops protein powder
2 tablespoons flax meal

DIRECTIONS

Throw everything into a blender. Heat your non-stick pan medium to high heat and then add about 1/4 cup per pancake. Add any topping you like (Mine are chocolate chips) and cook until the edges start looking dry and flip to cook for another minute or two.

That’s IT!

Tag me in a story post if you decided to try these!

Much Love,

Jer

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Did you know I have workout programs available on

Did you know I have workout programs available on my site?!

Yes I know its crazy. Never would have thought!

If you’re not sure which is best for you, leave a comment or send me a DM. I’d be happy to help!

I also do personalized programs as well. Head over to my site www.upnorthathletics.com/personal-training-workout-plans/

Much Love,

Jer

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Do you struggle with happiness? I don’t know o

Do you struggle with happiness?

I don’t know of anyone who doesn't or hasn't struggled with this, including myself. Being happy is not what it’s made out to be in the media that we were essentially glued to growing up. We were taught that if you just “stay positive” and “smile”, everything would work out.

While I believe that every moment we are blessed with on this planet is meant to happen, I also know that we are not meant to be positive at all times. What I mean by this is we are meant to feel the full spectrum of emotions to their fullest extent. How do we know happiness if we have never experienced sorrow?

We have all had experiences that have brought forth every emotion in existence. What matters in those moments is what we choose to do with them. Do we push them away (suppression)? Do we cover them with food, alcohol or another substance (the root of every addiction)? Do we try to distract ourselves (via social media, TV or our cellphones)?

If you said “yes” to any of those questions, I encourage you to try the following when tough feelings come up (emphasis on “when” and not “if”):

Reach out to a trusted human - this is a person that you can go to that will be there without judgement (if no one comes to mind, it’s time to evaluate your relationships).

ACKNOWLEDGE your feelings - they are there for a reason. Sit with them and remind yourself that your body is a safe place to feel them (because it is).

Write your thoughts down - this allows for the burden to be spread to and will put your mind's hamster wheel to rest.

Do anything to self-soothe - this is different for everyone. Need help to get started? Meditating, having a bath, going for a walk or cooking delicious food (see my previous posts for nutritious recipes) are all great starting points.

Most importantly - BE KIND TO YOURSELF. Being critical and judgmental of your feelings will cast a shadow over them, it will not free you from them. You were doing the best you could and have done nothing wrong. If you need any help with ANY of this, please reach out to me and I will be happy to chat, anytime.

Much Love,

Jer

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Do you suck at eating protein?! Let’s be honest

Do you suck at eating protein?!

Let’s be honest. Getting adequate protein is tough. And can be expensive.

Here are some tips to get your protein intake up.
1. Start your day with a good chuck of protein.
This will help give you a head start so you don’t have to pound back the protein before bed!

2. Eat protein with every meal and snack!
Protein snacks can help if you struggle to eat a large amount at meals.

3. Prepping is key to helping you be consistent and experiencing less stress.
Protein is one of the most annoying macronutrients to have on hand. Set aside time 1-2 times a week to prepare it in bulk.

4. Have a variety!
Who says you can’t have more than one source at a meal?! Add chickpeas with your chicken, ground beef with black beans! There’s so many options out there!

5. Don’t feel like eating much?!
There’s nothing wrong with a protein shake! 1 Shake a day is totally okay. Just remember shakes aren’t as filling as eating the whole food.

Do you have troubles getting protein in? What’s your source of protein?

Much Love,

Jer

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🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 This month we are givin

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨

This month we are giving away a few things that will help set you up for success heading into this new year.

Giveaway:
1 Hour Nutrition Consult
A Workout Program
A Nutrition Guide

How to enter:
1. Be following my account: @UpNorthAthletics
2. Tag 2 Workout buddies

Extra Entries:
1. Add this post in your story tagging my account @UpNorthAthletics
2. Tag more buddies in the comments below! (Each tag will count for an extra entry)

Set youself up for success with this giveaway bundle. Not only will you be given a program suited for you but during our 1 hour nutrition consult ask me anything! I can help set you up for a year of crushing goals.

2022 is calling your name!

Much Love,

Jer

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Happy New Year! This is the time of year where e

Happy New Year!

This is the time of year where everyone looks back and reflects on the past years of their lives. Where we set goals moving into the new year.

Here are somethings to keep in mind when setting them.

Ask yourself the following:
1. Are these goals for yourself or someone(s) else?
2. Are you implementing too much too fast?
3. Are you setting yourself up for success?
4. Are you setting healthy goals?

I could go on with more questions but for now start there.

1. Are these goals for yourself or someone(s) else?
If you answered someone else. For example you want to work towards becoming a doctor because that’s what your parents wanted… SCRAP THAT GOAL. It’s not yours its someone else’s.

2. Are you implementing too much too fast?
Example: I am not going to have any chocolate for the rest of the year. Cutting cold turkey often does not work. Especially in a restrictive format. You know what’s going to happen each day? You’re going to think of chocolate. Change it too you are adding something. For example: I am going to add 1 more cup of water each day. Add don’t restrict.

3. Are you setting yourself up for success?
Be honest here. Are you? Is this goal going to send you into a mental breakdown after the holidays? Is this goal going to cause you stress than it will peace?

4. Are you setting healthy goals?
Do you have a goal that sounds like this? “I want to lose weight because I hate my body”

IF that is the case, send me a DM and we can chat further about your goals, nutrition, and fitness.

I have been there and done all of these for the unhealthy reasons. I carry no judgement as we all have our own demons to fight. I am here to guide you. Let me assist you to freedom.

2022 Here we go!

Much Love,

Jer

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I’m sure most of you have heard of BMI as a heal

I’m sure most of you have heard of BMI as a health measuring tool. Did you know it is outdated and should not be used in any medical or fitness setting?

BMI stands for “Body Mass Index.” Which was developed in 1832. It was created to quickly estimate the degree of overweight and obesity in a given population.

Fun Fact: the inventor of this tool stated that it is not a tool to be used on an individual basis but rather a snapshot of the population’s overall health.

Here is the equation: BMI = weight (kg) / height (m2)

From there, you can see if you fall within the “healthy” range on the scale. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi-m.htm This link will have a calculator and the scale.

This scale only goes off of a person’s weight. It does not include the following: What you ate yesterday, if you are constipated, age, sex, race, genetics, fat mass, muscle mass, bone density etc.

What do you think? Should BMI still be used in today’s societies?

Much Love,

Jer

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SUPER EASY SPEGHETTI! This recipe is crazy easy.

SUPER EASY SPEGHETTI!

This recipe is crazy easy. It barely takes any effort so its great for the days that you have not much left! (Maybe you don't have anything prepped for boxing day dinner? 😅)

All you need it a oven safe dish and the following:

Uncooked spaghetti
Maranara
1 Onion
3 Garlic Cloves
Salt
Pepper
Oregano (as much as you want)
CHEESE! (Dairy free if needed) Or just skip it.

Instructions:

Set the oven to 375 F. Then in your oven safe dish add everything else except the cheese. I use gluten free pasta that I put in the dish first. Then add the sauce, sliced onions, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Last thing is you will need to add 3 cups of water, make sure to stir it well, and then cover it with tin foil or a lid and pop it in the oven for 45 minutes. Take it out and stir well then add cheese and rebake uncovered for 15-20 minutes. And thats it!

Let me know if you try it!

Much Love,

Jer

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It’s Christmas Day! Get your jingle on and DON’T STRESS ABOUT IT.

Have fun and enjoy the holidays!

Need help? Feel as though you can’t enjoy your food without feeling guilty? Send me a DM. I’d be happy to help!

Much Love,

Jer

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Vitamin C. A huge seller right now during the pa

Vitamin C.

A huge seller right now during the pandemic. Here’s a question for you. Do you know why?

Do you ever ask yourself why you take the supplements you take?

It is a great question to ask. It is actually great to ask questions or be informed in any decision of your life instead of just blindly doing as you are told. (Even question me!)

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin. That means it can be taken just with water. Some supplements may need to be taken with a fat source. (A post for another day)

Its benefits are:

Antioxidant (molecules that fight free radicals in your body. Free radicals are compounds that cause harm if their levels become too high in your body. Such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer)
Skin health
Immune function

How do you know if you may be deficient?

Bleeding gums
Frequent Bruising
Frequent infections
Poor wound healing
Anemia
Scurvy

The current daily value (DV) for vitamin C is 90 mg. Are you getting enough? What is your favourite way to get in your Vitamin C? Let me know below. 👇

Much Love,

Jer

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Find yourself worrying endlessly? Do you feel like

Find yourself worrying endlessly? Do you feel like you are constantly living in the future?

If you find it hard to stay present in each and every moment, you are either worrying about the future or dwelling in the past. This can lead to many anxious thoughts and a rather unsettled state of mind. I’m here to tell you I’ve been there too. Sometimes, I’m still there. What I’ve found has helped me immensely is focusing on the things that I can control.

Often our worries are focused on elements that are out of our control. Being humans, we tend to want to control things and when we feel like we don't have that, we feel immense amounts of anxiety and worry.

Today is the day you can start to make small changes in the direction of a more peaceful life. When you’re faced with a worry of any kind, ask yourself this question:

Am I able to control this person or the outcome of this situation?

If the answer is “no”, then your worry is not going to change or alter the situation in any way. Therefore, it is pointless to worry and is only causing you to suffer.

The hard truth is, there are very few things in this life that we have true control over. That can be scary to think about sometimes but just know that we are all in this together. We are all living the human experience and we have the power to control how we respond to everything that comes our way. When you feel like you are losing control, remind yourself if you have control of the outcome, and take a deep breath. You’ve got this.

Much Love,

Jer

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"Monosodium glutamate, more commonly known to most

"Monosodium glutamate, more commonly known to most as “MSG”. What do you know about this food additive? I am going to assume that most of us think of MSG as harmful due to what we have heard through mainstream media. Let’s dive into the details about this misunderstood chemical.

MSG is a flavour enhancer that is derived from L-glutamic acid. This is a nonessential amino acid that we produce naturally in our bodies. It may interest you to know that MSG is a naturally occurring substance in many of the foods we eat. It is made by fermenting carb sources such as sugar cane, sugar beets and molasses.

Did you know that there is no chemical difference between the glutamic acid found naturally in food and MSG? This means that our bodies cannot even tell the difference between the two.

MSG is added to foods to produce “umami” flavour. This is another term for savory and essentially it causes our salivary glands to produce more saliva while we chew, further intensifying the flavours. New research has shown that MSG can actually reduce our sodium intake by 3% due to its flavour enhancing abilities. You will commonly see it in foods labelled as “low sodium” to amplify taste while reducing the amount of salt we’re taking in from processed foods.

Take a moment to pick your jaw up and off of the floor after those truth bombs were dropped on you…

You might be wondering, why does MSG have such a bad rep? It’s all thanks to a doctor who became ill after eating chinese food in the 1960s. He wrote a letter (yes, a LETTER) to the New England Journal of Medicine saying it was probably the MSG that made him sick. After that, numerous studies were produced confirming the claims that MSG was harmful. Since then, there were many flaws found with those studies and their accuracy was scrutinized. It is now known (as per recent research) that MSG is not addictive or harmful to our bodies.

This is an important reminder to not make assumptions, ask questions and do your research.

Much Love,

Jer

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