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US Open Should be a Classic
August 29, 2011
Category: Mayfair
The biggest, richest sporting event in the United States kicks off in New York City on Monday, and it should be an instant classic. The Men’s event has the entire buzz and should live up to its unbelievable hype. Djokovic, Nadal and Federer are rocks stars – playing in a city that never sleeps...
Scheduling Decision Mars Rogers Cup
August 15, 2011
Category: Mayfair
I completely understand the decision to put Andre Agassi and Jim Courier – two tennis legends in their prime in the mid 90s and multiple grand slam winners - on centre court during the Saturday night session at the Rogers Cup. I understand it – but I vehemently disagree with it. The fans loved...
Rogers Cup Should Adopt Grand Slam Format
August 8, 2011
Category: Mayfair, Sports Talk, Sports Talk by Michael Emmett, Tennis
As we get ready for a fantastic week of tennis in two of Canada’s premier cities at the same time; I’m not convinced it is the best way to showcase our wonderful events. I know the pros and cons all to well, and nobody can convince me it is the right thing to do to satisfy our tennis starved fans...
Are you getting the most nutrients out of you fruit and vegetable intake?
August 3, 2011
Category: Fitness, Mayfair, Nutrition, Nutrition Tips
When it comes to getting enough nutrients in your diet, one bit of information is pretty clear-cut: Everybody should be eating 5-10 serving of fruit and vegetables daily. This includes a variety of all sorts of fruit and vegetables on the lower GL scale. Yet according to research, fruits and vegetables...
Women’s Tennis Has a Bright Future
July 27, 2011
Category: Mayfair, Sports Talk, Sports Talk by Michael Emmett, Tennis
For those tennis enthusiasts who like to look at the glass half empty instead of half full, it would be easy to trash Women’s Tennis as we get ready for the Rogers Cup in Toronto in a few weeks time. Too much grunting, too many double faults, too much slugging from the baseline, too many robots that...
Nutrition Fitness tips for Weight Loss
July 18, 2011
Category: Health & Fitness, Mayfair, Nutrition, Nutrition Tips
1. Sleep. Excess storage around the midsection is usually as a result of too much cortisol, which is your body’s stress hormone. One of the best ways to bring your cortisol levels under control is to get a good night’s rest. Being well rested will also help you cope with the demands of your...
Shocking Loss by Federer
July 4, 2011
Category: Mayfair, Sports Talk, Sports Talk by Michael Emmett, Tennis
It was truly a breathtaking upset. One the tennis community will be talking about for a long long time. With many big events still on the horizon, tennis has seen its one defining moment in 2011. Nothing will supplant the memory of Roger blowing his first ever 2-set to love lead in a major championship...
The limiting factor to be successful
June 27, 2011
Category: Mayfair
I’ve had a good amount of experience with goal achievement, having been actively setting goals 5 years ago. I’ve experienced setbacks and successes in my goal pursuits. I work with clients who are not getting results with their fitness programs, and who want to see a positive turn around. This...
The Benefits of Yoga
June 13, 2011
Category: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Mayfair
You've probably heard that yoga is good for you. Maybe you have even tried yoga and discovered that it makes you feel better. But what are the specific health benefits you can expect to enjoy from doing yoga regularly? Why it’s essential: Studies show that yoga significantly improves flexibility...
WAS I REALLY WRONG?
June 7, 2011
Category: Mayfair, Sports Talk, Sports Talk by Michael Emmett, Tennis
Over the last few days I’ve been bombarded with emails suggesting I don’t know what I’m talking about when it comes to prognosticating the end of Roger Federer’s career. This is good news and bad news – I guess. The good news is a sufficient portion of our Mayfair membership is reading...