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Why we love rows

Weighted rows are popular among in-home and virtual personal trainers for their ability to build a strong and stable back while improving overall upper-body strength. A highly functional exercise, weighted rows target multiple muscle groups, including your lats, rhomboids, traps, and biceps. This makes rows a staple in many strength training routines. Read on to learn a few reasons why […]

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Why do we sweat?

Sweating is an essential process our bodies use to maintain health and function. Though often thought of as an indicator of output or a tool for weight loss, sweating is primarily a method of regulation. In this blog, we’ll explore why we sweat and the mechanisms behind it.Why Do We Sweat? Everything You Need to KnowTEMPERATURESweat primarily functions as a […]

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Your Guide to Summer Exercise

Summer is the perfect time to reboot your fitness routine! With longer days and warmer weather, it’s a great time to get outside. However, it’s important to choose activities that are both enjoyable and safe in the heat. Here are some of our favourite ways to exercise in summer.How to exercise in summerUTILIZE MORNINGS AND EVENINGSOne of the most effective […]

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Why we love lunges

There are a handful of staple exercises that our in-home and virtual personal trainers use with almost every client. They stand out as timeless classics for their ability to build muscle, enhance function, and boost overall fitness.Among these favoured exercises is the lunge. Whether you’re an athlete or a beginner, lunges have undoubtedly made their way into your workouts in […]

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Aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise

Exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle, but the type of exercise you should be doing for maximum benefit depends on your goals. Aside from modality, movement can be sorted into one of two categories: aerobic and anaerobic activities. Understanding the differences between the two can optimize your workout routine to better achieve your fitness goals and improve […]

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Why We Love Chest Flys

When it comes to building a strong, defined chest, few exercises rival the chest fly. Our in-home and virtual personal trainers love using this highly effective and versatile exercise to develop our clients’ upper body strength. Also known as the butterfly exercise, the chest fly primarily targets the pectoral muscles (pecs). The exercise involves a motion that mimics hugging a […]

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The power of partner-assisted exercise

While working out alone has its benefits, incorporating hands-on, partner-assisted exercises into your routine can elevate your experience and results. A collaborative approach enhances your workouts while introducing elements of fun, motivation, and accountability. WHAT IS PARTNER ASSISTED EXERCISE? Partner-assisted exercises are movements that use physical assistance or resistance from a partner. For example, if you’d like to do overhead […]

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How to stretch – properly!

There’s no doubt you’ve heard fitness professionals preach about the importance of stretching, yet it is so often overlooked in fitness routines. Proper stretching promotes flexibility and injury prevention while improving overall performance. However, not all stretches are created equal.WHY WE STRETCHStretching can significantly enhance your overall health and wellness, alleviate muscle tension, reduce stiffness, promote relaxation, and relieve stress. […]

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Workout Game Changer: Why We Love Deadlifts

When it comes to building strength, improving your fitness, and enhancing your physique, few exercises can match the deadlift. “In a deadlift, you lift the weight from the ground to thigh-level using primarily your leg and hip muscles, but with the assistance of most of the large muscle groups of your body” (Very Well Fit, 2022). At Nielsen Fitness, deadlifts […]

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Functional Training: What it is and why it’s (so) important

You may have heard the term “functional training” tossed around in recent years. “The overall category of functional fitness training, which includes strength training, nabbed fifth place on the American College of Sports Medicine’s worldwide survey of fitness trends for 2023″ (Everyday Health, 2023).  Far beyond the world of exercising for aesthetics, functional training focuses on daily movement, aiming to […]

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