January 23rd, 2026

How to Build Cardiovascular Endurance

Cardiovascular endurance is a key component of overall fitness. On top of improving your athletic performance, having strong endurance supports your energy levels and productivity. There are two main types of endurance: muscular and cardiovascular. Muscular endurance is a muscle’s ability to complete multiple reps against resistance for a sustained period. “Cardiovascular endurance, or aerobic fitness, is how well your heart and lungs can […]

Fitness Tips Functional Strength Injury Prevention

January 19th, 2026

How to Squat: Our Top Tips

At Nielsen Fitness, we prioritize functional fitness that will make a tangible difference in our clients’ quality of life. Whether we’re reviewing a staple skill or coaching a trainee through a new, challenging movement, our team members always explain the practical benefits of each exercise. One perfect example of a move that translates directly into everyday life is the squat […]

Exercise Fitness Injury Prevention

January 16th, 2026

What You Need to Know About Training to Failure

How hard should your workout feel for it to be effective? This is a question we hear from our in-home and virtual personal training clients all the time. Are you pushing hard enough, or is it maybe too hard? When it comes down to it, this is a question you must answer yourself, but our team is here to provide […]

Core Strength Fitness Tips Functional Strength

January 12th, 2026

How To Do Push-Ups: Our Top Tips

Push-ups are feared far and wide among our in-home and virtual personal training clients. Though a staple movement, standard push-ups require a high amount of strength and control in multiple major muscle-groups. “The push-up hammers your chest, shoulders, triceps, and (if you do it right) the core and glutes, too, making it a powerful, total-body exercise. And it’s an excellent indicator of muscular endurance and […]

Functional Strength Injury Prevention Stretching

January 9th, 2026

Sore Forearms When Lifting? Here’s Why and How To Fix It

Any personal trainer worth their salt will tell you that strength training is highly beneficial, but one sneaky roadblock often derails progress for new lifters: sore forearms. We see it all the time! An in-home or virtual personal training client is excited to be attempting a heavier lift, then pauses mid-way through their set — but not because the targeted […]

Online Personal Training Our Method Virtual Training

December 30th, 2025

New Years Resolutions at Nielsen Fitness

As we head into a new year, the Nielsen Fitness team has been reflecting on what truly makes a difference in the lives of the clients we serve. Beyond programs, equipment, or session formats, it’s the commitment we bring to our craft (and to the people we coach) that shapes meaningful, lasting results. Whether we’re working as your virtual personal trainer or […]

Fitness Tips Healthy Living

December 26th, 2025

Low Mobility Cardio: How to Get Moving with Limitations

Staying active can feel challenging when you have limited mobility, balance issues, or rely on a chair for daily movement. However, cardio is still possible, and it can be safe, effective, and enjoyable. As a team of personal trainers experienced in supporting older adults, we’ve helped many clients improve their heart health, energy levels, and confidence through adaptive cardio routines. […]

Healthy Living Holidays

December 23rd, 2025

Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide for Fitness Enthusiasts

The holidays can be the perfect time to inspire loved ones to recommit to their health. Whether they’re brand-new to working out or seasoned trainees looking to level up, the right fitness gifts can make all the difference. This year’s gift guide highlights thoughtful, results-driven options at every price point, selected by our trusted in-home and virtual personal training team. […]

Core Strength Fitness Tips Functional Strength

December 19th, 2025

Best Standing Exercises for Better Core Strength

When most people think of core training, they picture planks and crunches performed lying on the floor. But as experienced in-home and virtual personal trainers working with clients across Toronto, Collingwood, London, Hamilton, Ottawa, and beyond, we’ve found that standing core exercises often deliver better results — especially for our clients looking to build functional strength that translates to everyday […]

Fitness Tips Healthy Living Holidays

December 16th, 2025

Top Tips for a Healthy Holiday Mindset

The holidays bring a mix of celebration, connection, and — let’s be honest — a bit of chaos. Between packed schedules, family gatherings, travel, and tempting seasonal treats, it’s easy to feel like your wellness routine gets left behind. As a team of in-home and virtual personal trainers focused on improving our clients’ quality of life, we encourage a mindset […]