Events & Fitness Challenges

2025 Walk or Run 1000 Miles Challenge
The goal is to walk, run, or hike 1000 miles in one year from January 1st, 2025 to December 31st 2025. 1000 miles may sound like a lot but it can... Read more...
December Fitness Challenge
Join Julie Bateman, the founder of Asskicker Activewear and Strength Coach Shawn, and friends, as we add kettlebell strength training to our routine with a virtual fitness challenge that includes a choice... Read more...
November Fitness Challenge
This month's FREE Fitness Challenge is based on functional fitness training—a type of workout geared explicitly toward better function when performing everyday tasks. These tasks might include putting a heavy object on a... Read more...
7 Day Outside Activity Challenge
Introducing our 7-Day Outside Activity Challenge: The ultimate mood is booster - outdoor exercise! Your goal is to do an outdoor activity for at least 20 mins every day from November 11-17! Read more...
April Running Challenge - April 2023
The details for the first week of the April 2023 Fitness Challenge have been posted in the Asskicker Army Group! Coach Jill has developed three options for this challenge: Walking Program,... Read more...
Intro to Obstacle Course Racing & Training [Virtual Event]
Join Coach Jill from Wildlife Academy and Julie from Asskicker Activewear for an interactive zoom session next Wednesday evening at 7:00. We’ll explain what obstacle events are all about, and answer any questions you... Read more...
2022 Fitness Challenges - A Review
We're going to take a break from our Monthly Fitness Challenges for the holidays this December, but you are still welcome to participate in the Asskicker Army Facebook Group. If you'd like... Read more...
JOIN OUR FREE VIRTUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE! NOVEMBER 2022
Choose a continuous movement that keeps you moving quickly but efficiently. If you find yourself having to stop before the minute is over, you may need to adjust your pace.... Read more...
JOIN OUR FREE VIRTUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE! OCTOBER 2022
We'll continue to focus on strengthening our core & abs this month, while adding some new balance and stability exercises. A healthy balance system gives you more energy and strength while... Read more...
JOIN OUR SEPTEMBER VIRTUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE!
We'll focus on strengthening our core and abs this month. Why is core strength important? Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work in... Read more...
2022 - First Annual Asskicker's Outdoor Obstacle Adventure (5k Course)
2023 ASSKICKER'S 5K OUTDOOR OBSTACLE ADVENTURE - SUPER-EARLY REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Register early for a special bonus training tee!  Asskicker, Coach Jill and friends had a fantastic time facing off... Read more...
Trampoline Class with Asskicker & Friends
Join Asskicker and friends for an Introduction to Trampoline Class! There is a thrill seeker in all of us. The feeling of flying through the air is exhilarating, exciting and let’s face it:... Read more...
JOIN OUR APRIL VIRTUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE!
Join Christine and Julie for April's Virtual Fitness Challenge! Your goal is to get stronger and go outside for some Vitamin D and running/walking intervals this month. Whether you’re training... Read more...
Asskicker's Outdoor Obstacle Adventure
Join Asskicker, Coach Jill and friends to face off against dynamic climbs, crawls, carries, sprints, swings, pulls and pushes as you take on our rugged obstacle running trail, challenge elements and bouldering! Read more...
Join our March Virtual Fitness Challenge!
Join Christine and Julie as we get back to basics with a virtual fitness challenge that includes a daily routine of push-ups, squats and sit-ups. Whether you’re training for our... Read more...
February Outside Activity Challenge!
Introducing our February Outside Activity Challenge: The ultimate mood booster - outdoor exercise! Your goal is to do an outdoor activity for at least 15 mins every day in February and activity post you... Read more...
Hello Winter – six weeks of fun in Barrie
For the second year in a row, Barrie presents Hello Winter – six weeks of fun, engaging and safe activities to help residents and visitors enjoy Barrie’s winter, Feb. 5 to March 20.... Read more...
20-Minute No-Equipment Total-Body Workout You Can Do Anywhere
Strength training at the gym or taking a class at a fitness studio is great, but sometimes, you just want to get in your workout at home—or on vacation, or... Read more...
What is a Set Point Weight? (Guest Blog)
When you start eating intuitively and ditch the diets for good, many people wonder what will happen with their weight. When we stop trying to micro manage our body weight one,... Read more...
Cider and Yoga with Kim
Please join me as we continue our collaboration with Heritage Estate Winery & Cidery in Barrie, ON…where our love for yoga and local, craft cider unite. Our studio is a vineyard,... Read more...
Yoga in the Park
Yoga by Kim will be offering donation based yoga classes in the St. Vincent Park in Barrie, Ontario every Wednesday this summer at 5:45pm. All levels are welcome! Classes will be 60-75... Read more...
Streetparking Daily Programming
Streetparking is the perfect fitness program for people with limited time, equipment or space. Their supportive online community and perks for reaching your goals where some of the things that convinced me... Read more...
How do you know if you're training properly? (Guest Blog)
When it comes to the best strength training methods, the answers are uniquely individual. Not everyone has the same lifestyle, skill level, availability of equipment and goal. So based on... Read more...
Headspace Meditation App
You can try Headspace for yourself and learn the essentials of meditation and mindfulness with our free Basics course. If you enjoy it, then it’s time to  subscribe. Once you do,... Read more...
Nike Training Club App
Energize your routine with our growing library of workouts led by our world-class Nike Master Trainers. With NTC, you get access to over 190 free workouts across strength, endurance, yoga... Read more...
Nike Run Club App
The Nike Run Club gives you the guidance, inspiration and innovation you need to become a better athlete. Join the community to reach your goals and have fun along the way. Read more...