Production Background




From August 1995 to January 1997, Hal and Joanne were the executive producers and hosts of a 30 minute TV program airing on the Life Network. This series of 39 shows continues to promote eating well, being active and feeling good about yourself.

Between July 1988 and December 1995, Hal and Joanne created and produced their series of 90, ninety second programs (total - 134) (65 with Participaction - an organization who's mandate is to promote fitness; as of December 1992, 50 solely under their trademark name Body Break, 19 in conjunction with Health Canada's Vitality Program). It provides specific nutritional, health an exercise tips to help the viewer with their sport or daily activity.

In November 1993, Hal and Joanne created and produced a Video Cookbook. This 45 minute video shows the viewer how to make 20 low fat, great tasting meals and snacks. Nutrition and exercise tips are also provided as well as 20 recipe cards.

In January 1992, Hal and Joanne developed and produced a home video to heighten the awareness for the benefits of being active and eating healthier. This 50 minute video - "The Total Body Program", is for the Beginner to the Advanced. It provides the 3 keys to successfully reaching your goals; Stretch & Strengthen Workout, How to Design your own Aerobic Program, and Tips on Eating Healthier including Proper Weight Management.

Completed in March 1992, Hal and Joanne worked with Prentice-Hall Book Publishers to incorporate Body Break, the 90 second programs, into schools across Canada and in the US. Along with a selection of 18 shows, a teacher's guide was developed which included opportunities for students to work creatively in activities and projects.

Since October 1991, Hal and Joanne have worked with Nutridata Software Corporation in the US to develop the Body Break Diet & Exercise Analyzer. This software program enables the user to quickly obtain and tailor nutritional and exercise information to suit their personal needs and goals.

Over the past 6 years, Hal and Joanne have made over 450 appearances on TV and Radio talk shows. Their Body Break message and smiling faces have also appeared in several newspapers across the country.