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Fasting vs. eating breakfast: What you need to know

The debate around intermittent fasting in the morning – rather than eating breakfast – has gained attention in recent years. Health professionals and enthusiasts often find themselves on opposite sides of the discussion, which can make personal decisions in the matter more challenging. Before deciding which option is best for you, it’s important to consider the arguments for both practices […]

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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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Sugar: How Much is Too Much?

Sugar is found in everything from fruits and vegetables to processed foods and drinks. While it tastes delicious, excessive sugar intake can have serious health consequences. Understanding how sugar affects your body and knowing how much you should consume can help you make healthier choices.THE EFFECT OF SUGARSugar is a quick source of energy because it’s rapidly digested, which means […]

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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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I’m sick. Should I exercise?

The question of whether or not you should exercise while sick can be a tricky one to answer. On one hand, physical activity can boost your immune system, energy, and mood, but on the other, pushing yourself too hard can prolong your illness and potentially make you feel worse. So, what to do? The answer is: it depends. Here’s some […]

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Our Guide to Kettlebells: What, Why & How

When it comes to fitness equipment, the best tools boil down to preference. Some trainees thrive in traditional gyms, where rows of weight and cardio machines take precedence, while others prefer the versatility and convenience of in-home training equipment like resistance bands, dumbbells, or medicine balls. Several factors, including fitness goals, current fitness level, and any physical limitations, should be […]

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How exercise can help with chronic pain

Chronic pain affects millions. It’s linked with “lower quality of life, greater medical spending, and significant economic costs” (Medical News Today, 2023), often hindering our motivation to exercise. In reality, however, working out is one of the best tools to improve your mobility and energy while decreasing stiffness and pain.In-home and virtual personal trainers work with clients living with chronic […]

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Why trainers need trainers too

Personal trainers are often seen as the pinnacle of health – but that doesn’t mean they can’t benefit from support! Many of our team members work with trainers of their own – either on an ongoing basis to achieve specific goals or when they feel like a change, a challenge or a fresh perspective. Here are five reasons why (that […]

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How to Exercise With Hyper and Hypothyroidism

Thyroid disorders can significantly impact energy, metabolism, and overall well-being, which is why structured exercise requires careful planning—an area where in-home and virtual personal trainers can really help.Your thyroid gland is a part of your endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and releasing hormones into your bloodstream. It’s located in the front of your neck and acts as a […]

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