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Personal Training: Everything You Need to Know Now Before Your First Session

Beginning a new fitness program can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never tried personal training before. Many people worry they’ll be expected to complete an intense workout, already know proper exercise technique, or arrive in great shape. The reality is much different. At Nielsen Fitness, your first personal training session is designed to remove the guesswork and give you clarity. […]

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The Ultimate Workout After 40: Cardio or Weights First?

The ultimate workout after 40 is all about intention. Between changing energy levels and a body that may not recover quite as quickly as it once did, efficiency matters. One question we frequently hear from clients after 40 is whether cardio should come before or after weight training. While both forms of exercise offer important health benefits, the order in […]

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The Truth About Long-Term Health: 20 Years of Nielsen Fitness

This year marks a very special milestone for Nielsen Fitness: 20 years of serving our clients’ long-term health, strength, and confidence through exercise. Reaching two decades in business is something we are incredibly proud of, but more than anything, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the people who made it possible. To every client who has trusted us with their […]

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Our Top 5 Fitness Myths: The Truth About Results

The world is full of fitness myths and “expert” opinions. One day carbs are the enemy, the next day everyone’s drinking butter coffee and doing workouts before sunrise. With so much conflicting information online, it’s no wonder people feel confused about how to actually get healthy and stay consistent. As a team of experienced in-home and virtual trainers, we hear […]

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New Years Resolutions at Nielsen Fitness

As we head into a new year, the Nielsen Fitness team has been reflecting on what truly makes a difference in the lives of the clients we serve. Beyond programs, equipment, or session formats, it’s the commitment we bring to our craft (and to the people we coach) that shapes meaningful, lasting results. Whether we’re working as your virtual personal trainer or […]

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How Exercise Can Help Your Chronic Condition

Chronic diseases are common word-wide, and as in-home and virtual personal trainers, it’s our responsibility to promote exercise as a tool for preventing and managing them. “Exercise interventions have been associated with an 80% reduction in cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, 90% reduction in type 2 diabetes risk, 33% reduction in cancer risk, and 17% reduction in all-cause mortality. Depression and […]

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Why we love combo exercises

At Nielsen Fitness, our in-home and virtual personal trainers always look for the most effective way to help clients get stronger, move better, and see results. One of our favourite tools is the use of combination exercises. These multi-tasking movements work multiple muscle groups at once, improve coordination, and often mimic real-life activities, all while saving time. In this blog, […]

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Our Take on Power Exercises

Power exercises can be a fantastic tool for improving your strength and speed; they’re a key element in many athletic training programs used by our in-home and virtual personal trainers. That said, they’re not for everyone. Read on to learn exactly what power exercises are, how and when our team uses them, who should avoid them, and why our trainers […]

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How many reps should you do? Depends on your goal.

How many reps is enough to see results? While it may seem like a simple question, the answer depends on your specific fitness goals: whether you’re aiming to build strength, mass, endurance, or power. Understanding rep ranges is key to maximizing training sessions in order to achieve your goals. Read on to learn how in-home and virtual personal trainers at […]

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Gentle Joints: The Benefits of a ‘Soft Lock’

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 […]