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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 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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What, why, when & how to Communicate With Your Trainer

Building strong rapport with your trainer is key to achieving fitness goals. Your in-home or virtual personal trainer brings expertise, but it’s effective communication that ensures your needs are understood and met. Here are a few tips from the Nielsen Fitness team to make the most of your training sessions. Set yourself up for success with personal training TAILORED WORKOUTS […]

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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 Do Cardio Without Equipment: 5 Tips From Our Trainers

Are you looking for a way to get your heart pumping without having to invest in expensive gym equipment? You’re in luck because there are plenty of exercises you can do at home that will get your blood flowing and your sweat pouring!Our team is the best in the business and knows their stuff, inside out and backwards – so […]

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Trainer Spotlight: Meet Liz

We’re pleased to introduce one of our excellent Nielsen Fitness personal trainers: Liz!Lizette grew up participating in both team and solo sports such as basketball, soccer, and gymnastics, which was an important part of her upbringing. This, along with her father (who is a doctor and career runner), encouraged her to pursue the same passion for health and fitness by […]

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Trainer Spotlight: Meet Jacob

We’re pleased to introduce one of our excellent Nielsen Fitness personal trainers: Jacob!Jacob’s interest in fitness began with the goal of optimizing his body for sports performance combined with the desire to feel more comfortable in his body. Over the years, Jacob’s initial interest in strength training grew into a far broader range of activities, from Mixed-Martial-Arts to Yoga and […]

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Is it Possible to be Overweight and Healthy?

It can be confusing to know what being “healthy” means and what it looks like – because, in reality, healthy does look different for everyone. We’ve discussed previously such as the ‘skinny-fat’ phenomenon, illustrating the misconception that many have that thin = healthy. And, as many have said before, it is entirely possible to be overweight, yet healthy ‘under the […]

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How to Stay Motivated to Workout: 5 Tips From Trainers

Maybe you found it easy to start exercising at the outset, while you were full of excitement and had a spurt of energy that may have lasted for a few weeks or months. But when that initial resolve fades away, it can become difficult and you may end up clueless about how to stay motivated to workout. Our trainers are […]

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What to Look for When Hiring a Personal Trainer

What to Look for When Hiring a Personal Trainer 1. Qualifications It’s possible to become a personal trainer in as little as a weekend. Which is scary! So you want someone with more than a basic certification – ideally with a college diploma or university degree in a health-related subject. Also, CPR certification is a must. 2. A plan for […]