A dumbbell chest press is often demonstrated lying on your back.

But what if getting down onto the floor—or back up again—doesn't work well for your body?

HealthRex has encountered exactly that problem. 🦖

With a large T. rex body, tiny arms and a couple of dumbbells, a traditional floor chest pre...

How do you do a dumbbell chest press with good form?

The chest press is a simple, effective way to build upper-body strength—and you don't necessarily need a weight bench to do it.

In today's How-To, I'm demonstrating a dumbbell floor chest press, which lets you practise the pressing movement whil...

Can everyone use the same equipment in the same way?

Not always!

In today's HealthRex video, our favourite purple T. rex discovers that performing an overhead press with a large T. rex body and very tiny arms isn't quite as straightforward as it looks.

Does that mean giving up?

Absolutely not.

The overhead press is one of the best exercises for building shoulder strength, improving upper body stability and making everyday activities—like putting dishes away or lifting groceries—feel easier.

But it's also a movement that's often done with too much weight, too much speed or by arching the ...

Think narrow squats aren't for you? 

Think again.

This week's HealthRex video shares two simple ways to make narrow squats feel more comfortable and more accessible—using either a chair or a yoga block.

🪑 Option 1: Use a chair for support

Holding onto the back of a sturdy chair can give you extr...

Your May 2025 class schedule is here. It has something for just about everyone who wants to get fit, have fun, and reduce stress. Whether you're in the mood to strengthen and tone or stretch out and relax, we've got your yoga and fitness classes ready.

We've got great events this month, including o...

🥳 We are (mostly!) back this week with our new March schedule and SO EXCITED!
🙌 This week, we are working on building strength & endurance in your legs, stabilizing your knees, and finding balance. You're going to love it!
📣 Our March's Roll Model workshop is almost sold out! Visit www.healthgirl.ca f...