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As certified in-home and virtual personal trainers, we know that form is everything. But one mistake that many clients make – especially beginners – is locking their joints under resistance. While it may feel like you’re creating stability, locking your joints against an external load can be a fast track to poor form, compromised movement, and even injuries. Let’s break […]
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Strength training is a fantastic way to enhance your physical fitness, improve your metabolism, and better your overall health. That said, starting a strength training routine can be daunting. Read on to learn the Nielsen Fitness essential steps to kickstart any strength training journey.UNDERSTAND THE BENEFITS of strength trainingBefore diving into a new workout routine, it’s important to understand why […]
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Fitness Fitness Tips Functional Strength
Achieving your fitness goals involves much more than good workouts. In fact, the choices you make between your in-home or virtual personal training sessions have a massive impact on your results. There are many factors at play here, but today we’re going to focus on recovery. Recovery is a crucial component of any fitness routine, often as important as the […]
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Core Strength Exercise Fitness Tips
As a team of professional in-home and virtual personal trainers, we at Nielsen Fitness are equipped with a massive catalogue of effective exercises for every possible client. One of the best features of private personal training is that each program is specifically tailored to suit individual needs, which means every program is unique. That said, there are a handful of […]
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Building strong glutes is an extremely popular goal for our clients. While there’s nothing wrong with setting fitness goals based on aesthetics, having defined glutes does so much more than make you look good; it’s a goal that the Nielsen Fitness team is happy to help with for many reasons. Solid glutes improve your posture by keeping your pelvis in […]
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Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, the run/walk method offers an effective way to build cardiovascular endurance while reducing risk of injuries. “Popularized by Olympic marathoner and famed running coach Jeff Galloway, the strategy—often called the Galloway method—is simple: Instead of continuously running for a given distance, you alternate it with periods of walking” (Self, 2023). This […]
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Fitness Fitness Tips Healthy Living
Back-to-school season is here, and life for many families can get a bit hectic. Between juggling school and extracurricular drop-offs, helping with homework, and managing your own work and responsibilities, finding time to exercise can feel impossible. However, maintaining an exercise routine is crucial for both physical and mental well-being, especially during stressful times. Here are a few practical tips […]
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Pushing your limits is often celebrated as a sign of hard work and success. This is often the case, which is why our in-home and virtual personal trainers at Nielsen Fitness always encourage clients to reach for new heights. However, there’s a fine line between challenging your body and overtraining: a condition that can cause serious harm to your health. […]
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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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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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