Omega-3s: Cause for Concern for Older Men?

Omega-3s have been touted as having an extremely important role in heart health and in reducing inflammation. I've recommended them to my clients and use them myself, not only to ensure my future health but in particular to combat joint inflammation while I pursue my Fitter by 40 goals.  While I am not going to stop supplementing with fish oil (a great source of Omega-3s), I am keeping careful watch on them as a new study raises concerns over a possible link to increased prostate cancer in men over the age of 55. A great summary of this newly released study is on The Globe and Mail.

Get a dozen trainers in a room...

...And every one of them will have a different take on what the best exercise is. Here's a great piece on the debate over what the best single exercise is via The New York Times.

Thinking you can do better

A great article on how winning the mind game is the key to reaching your training goals. Winning the mind game: Can I run farther than I think? (The Globe and Mail).