Health, Fitness, Outdoor Gear, Skiing, Canoeing, Running, Biking,

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My aim is to promote active lifestyles, great products and information to inspire you with confidence so you can feel good about your choices in pursuing your goals. I also know how fragile our planet is and how important its health is to your health. Thats why companies with a committment to lessening their impact on the earth should be as important to me as they are to you. Please let me know about companies and products that are relevant to my lense that share those values.

My DVD Top Picks 

Cross Country Skiing

I have actually watched and used the Nordic Ski DVD listed below to tune up my own skiing...and to tune up my instruction technique. Read my review beside the image!

Cross-Country Ski DVD 

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My Book Picks 

For Your Health, Fitness and Happiness!

My # 1 Book Pick: Living the Good Life, by David Patchell-Evens, founder of Goodlife Fitness. David has a simple and effective philosophy on health and fitness. Read it and you will know why Bill Pearl ( 5 time Mr. Universe) says in the foreword, "David Patchell-Evans loves people more than he loves money". - review by Doug McColl

Living the Good Life: Your Guide to Health and Success

David Patchell-Evans is an athlete and idealistic entrepenuer who is far from ordinary...but the ordinary individual will benefit from his sage advice on attaining the fitness level thats right for them. The content is entertaining and so relevant that you'll soon be doing what you need to get what you want! A common theme in the book is about the simplicity of being fit (Also the name of Chapter One) which is why you should read this book before you consider joining a fitness club, weight loss program etc. - Doug McColl

Amazon Price: $19.95 (as of 11/16/2009) Buy Now

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

22 out of 22 reviewers at Amazon gave this book the highest rating! A Five Star choice. If you've ever wondered if exercise can radically improve your state of mind, stress level, motivation, etc...this book will convince you that it does and to an extent that is grossly overlooked in our society!

Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 11/16/2009) Buy Now

Calling All Canoeists: Get to Know the late Bill Mason

Bill Mason is a household name to many canoeing enthusiasts! If you've ever wanted a great book and/or DVD on the topic of canoeing, Bill Mason is a name you should know. Unfortunately, Bill died before his time but the films, books and artwork by this legendary, Canadian will teach and inspire generations to come. His insights on the value of preserving wild places are often quoted by outdoor eductors.
Check out the productlinks on my Bill Mason Section Below!

Bill Mason Books on Amazon 

Path of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Canoeing

Timeless. Every canoeist should add this to their library! Photography and instructions have a simple, practicle and artistic beauty that has remained unmatched! -Doug McColl

Amazon Price: (as of 11/16/2009) Buy Now

Song of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to Wilderness Camping

Another masterpiece by the late Bill Mason. I have read this book several times and each time I rediscover something to incorporate into my next canoeing adventure. Cooking, sleeping, playing, equipment...a comprehensive work worthy of the enthusiast who wants to be at home in the outdoors! -Doug McColl

Amazon Price: $17.05 (as of 11/16/2009) Buy Now

What ski culture is the most fun? 

Many would say cross-country, others downhill, and a few goofy footed dudes might even consider snowboarding! Ha!

What board culture is your passion; x-c; alpine; snowboardin?

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X-country?

Ripping or carving the slopes?

 

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