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Fat Loss Fitness Tips Healthy Living
Various life-threatening diseases are associated with abdominal (aka ‘belly’) fat. And, as we age, we also naturally lose muscle mass — which is all too often replaced with fat. Luckily there are some things you can do to prevent harmful fat gain: How to Lose Belly Fat Tip #1: Start a Food DiaryThis tip is all about awareness, because so […]
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Balance Fitness Tips Healthy Living
The success of an exercise program doesn’t come solely from performing the exercises themselves. It also entails taking adequate rest and recovery days so that your body isn’t overloaded with stress and has time to repair and recoup. The Benefits of a Regular Rest Day Recovery happens when we rest. In fact, this is an essential part of the success […]
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Healthy Living Nutrition Recipes
It’s not easy to get out the door on time in the morning, let alone with a nutritious breakfast in your belly. We hear this time and again from our personal training clients. Luckily there are a lot of quick and healthy breakfast options – that are delicious and will keep you fuelled ‘til lunch. Here are five of our […]
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Now, more than ever, our clients have come to us wanting to lose body fat, specifically fat around the belly, thighs, arms, and hips – much of which was (understandably) gained during the pandemic, due to increased stress and reduced physical activity.While we understand the desire to shed unwanted fat (and can help you do it!), we always encourage individuals […]
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Exercise Fitness Healthy Living
Becoming a parent is a beautiful and challenging time full of unknowns. One of those for many new mothers is when and how to safely re-introduce exercise after having a baby. While we always recommend discussing this with your healthcare provider, here are a few general things you should know – to ensure you don’t do more harm than good […]
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Exercise Fitness Tips Healthy Living
It’s that time of year again. The most common New Year’s resolution for Canadians is to get fit. Unfortunately, the vast majority do not succeed. Here’s some practical advice for making your fitness resolutions stick – once and for all. How to Make Lasting Resolutions 1. Set small, specific goals Choosing to “get fit” isn’t nearly specific enough; instead, pick […]
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Fitness Healthy Living In Home Training
How to Find a Fitness Trainer If you’ve been searching online for a personal trainer, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. Maybe you’ve even plugged the phrase “how to find a personal trainer” into Google, only to be left feeling more confused than when you started.At Nielsen Fitness, we understand how overwhelming it can be to […]
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As the body ages, cellular recovery decreases, primarily due to lower growth hormone levels in the body. As a result, your body retains less muscle and becomes programmed to store more fat. In terms of hierarchy and survival, this makes sense; our bodies are designed to store fat so they can survive winters and long periods of not eating. While this […]
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Many people think of exercise and a healthy diet as the key ingredients of a fit and healthy lifestyle. But did you know that getting a good night’s sleep is every bit as important as a getting in a good workout or eating all that kale?Here are the three ways sleep can make – or break – your fitness goals […]
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Should cold weather be avoided? Will it make you sick? The answers are no and no. Contrary to popular belief, research suggests the colder temperatures might actually be good for you – and they certainly shouldn’t be avoided. The Benefits of Exercise in the Cold In the winter, outdoor workouts don’t sound that appealing. For many, the snow on the […]
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