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Can Exercise Help People With Parkinsons?

Did you know we work with all populations, including those with Parkinsons?At Nielsen Fitness, we believe that everyone deserves to live their best life, regardless of any challenges they may face. That’s why we specialize in working with my clients with special and unique needs, including chronic conditions and injuries. If you or a loved one has Parkinson’s disease, you know […]

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Cracking the Code: Why Do My Joints Pop?

Many of us are guilty of cracking our knuckles or bending our fingers and toes to produce that satisfying popping sound. For some, it’s a habit that brings relief, while for others, it’s a source of annoyance. But have you ever wondered what actually causes that popping sound and whether it’s harmful or not?There are several theories about joint popping, […]

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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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Foam Rolling: Unlocking Your Mobility

If you’re looking for a way to improve your mobility, look no further than foam rolling! This exercise technique has been around for years and is quickly becoming one of the go-to methods for increasing flexibility and range of motion. Regardless of your fitness level, foam rolling can help you unlock your body’s potential. Learn how to foam roll here. […]

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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 […]

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Why Building Muscle Should Be Your Top Goal

Muscle is widely considered the longevity organ—and there are more than a few reasons for this! It’s not all about looking fit and strong. So, let’s dig into this a bit more. Why should building muscle be your number one goal when working out?5 Benefits of Having More MuscleIn modern society, many of us have much less muscle than our […]

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Can I Still Workout After a Fall?

Falls happen – especially in winter – and can leave you with an achy shoulder, bruised hip, or even more severe injuries (like broken bones). Generally speaking, you’ll want to err on the side of caution when it comes to picking your workout routine back up after a fall, but it may be possible to get back to it sooner […]

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How to Increase Bone Density

Did you know after 50 your bones break down faster than they rebuild? This goes for women and men. When bones become less dense, they also become weaker and more brittle. That’s why for most people, a hard fall in their 30s can be much different than in their 80s. The good news is it’s never too late in life […]

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Is It Safe to Exercise with Arthritis?

According to the Arthritis Society Canada, one out of every two seniors aged 65 years and older has arthritis. With over 100 different types of arthritis, the most common types include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.Osteoarthritis takes the top spot, impacting about 3.9 million Canadians. The Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) defines this condition as the result of the body’s failed […]

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What Is Muscle Memory?

Just as your memory can recall certain events from the previous day or year, your body can also remember movement patterns, which is referred to as muscle memory. Muscle memory is stored in your motor neurons through repetitive movements, which means your body doesn’t have to create new neural connections, rather it ‘retrieves’ and strengthens previous ones. Plus, once a muscle […]