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Exercise and Your Hormones: What You Need to Know

Exercise and its effects on our hormones is a widely discussed, often sensationalized topicamong exercisers and health professionals alike. Fertility, menopause, and sleep pattern are just afew of the bodily functions supported by our endocrine (hormone messenger) systems. Simplyput, hormones are chemicals that control cellular functions and physiological reactions such asmetabolism, reproduction, and tissue growth. In exercise terms, hormones support […]

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What Studies Show: Can Exercise Prevent Cancer?

Though a cure for cancer is still at large, we have the ability to make changes that help reduce our risk of certain cancers, primarily through living a healthy and active lifestyle. Avoiding smoking, protecting yourself from UV rays, eating well, reducing your intake of alcohol, maintaining a healthy body weight, and daily movement are all key pillars to wellness. […]

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Trainer Spotlight: Meet Liz

We’re pleased to introduce one of our excellent Nielsen Fitness personal trainers: Liz!Lizette grew up participating in both team and solo sports such as basketball, soccer, and gymnastics, which was an important part of her upbringing. This, along with her father (who is a doctor and career runner), encouraged her to pursue the same passion for health and fitness by […]

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4 Tips to Stay on Track with Your Fitness Goals and Habits

It can be challenging to exercise when your motivation is lacking, but having the knowledge and tools to achieve your fitness goals is only half of the battle. You need a strong commitment to prioritizing a healthy lifestyle! Consistency is the most important factor behind seeing exercise results but unfortunately one of the hardest healthy habits to create. Consistency is […]

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Boost VO2 Max for Improved Overall Fitness

Are you looking for a simple way to improve your overall fitness? Consider improving your VO2 Max. VO2 Max, or maximal oxygen intake, is a measure of how well your body can use oxygen, which is essential for good health and optimal performance. Whether you’re looking for improved overall health or peak performance in a sport, boosting your VO2 Max […]

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How to Strength Train Smart: Avoid 5 Common Mistakes

Strength training is an important aspect of fitness that can help you build muscle, improve your posture, and increase your overall strength. However, there are common mistakes that people make when strength training that can lead to injury, overtraining, and slow progress. In this blog, we will discuss five common mistakes in strength training and provide some tips on how […]

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Working Out But Not Seeing Results? Your Diet Is Likely to Blame

Have you ever heard the expression that you can’t out-exercise a bad diet? There’s a lot of truth to it. For long-term health, and to fully reach your fitness goals, it’s imperative that you support your exercise habit with healthy eating habits.We see some very common dietary “mistakes” time and again with our clients that are impeding their success. One […]

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5 Health Hacks You Haven’t Heard Of

While there are no true shortcuts or hacks for being a fit and healthy person, we’ve shared some lesser known fitness and health tips and facts that just might help you reach your goals faster: 5 Health Hacks You Haven't Heard of 1) Add Olive Oil to your Protein ShakeIf you’re looking to increase healthy fats in your diet, help […]

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Start Now: The Truth About Perfect Exercise Timing

Many people wait for the perfect time to start exercising. They believe that they need the perfect conditions, environment, or timing to start working out. However, the truth is that waiting for the perfect time is a mistake. There is no perfect time to start exercising, and even the best exercise routine won’t work if you don’t start now. Read […]

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Building Stability & Balance: The Key to Fall Prevention at Any Age

Put simply: If you don’t have stability, you’re more likely to fall and get injured. Surprisingly, one in every four adults over age 65 experiences a fall each year. Even more surprisingly, falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in those 65 and older.So, what can we do about this? What fall prevention tips should you know so you […]