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When was the last time you truly checked in on your health? For many adults, life moves fast — work, family, and daily stress can easily take priority while our own well-being slips down the list. Maybe you’ve been meaning to book that doctor’s appointment or get your blood pressure checked, but you keep putting it off. You feel fine, so it can wait… right? The truth is, high blood…

Do you ever wonder how a Kinesiologist differs from a Personal Trainer or a Physiotherapist? Maybe you’ve considered Kinesiology before but aren’t quite sure how it can help you. At Longevity Nexum, we specialize in helping individuals manage pain, injury, and chronic disease, as well as those simply looking for a sustainable, long-term approach to their health. With working with a Kinesiologist, our goal is to help you move better,…

 When the Days Get Shorter, It’s Normal to Feel Off That shift in light and temperature hits all of us in some way. The early sunsets, the layers of clothing, the quiet walk you used to take after dinner that’s now replaced with darkness and cold—it adds up. Even if you love being active, winter has a way of slowing things down, both physically and mentally. Have you truly thought about…

This week, we’re proud to highlight a client success story for one of our most dedicated clients, Dalton Mason, who began his journey with us in September 2023. What started as a single goal has since evolved into an inspiring long-term commitment to health, resilience, and growth. This client came for one goal but stayed for the progress. Read more about this client success story. How It Started... At an…

The clocks just changed, the days feel shorter, and that familiar heaviness may be starting to creep in. For many people, the transition into winter brings more than just colder weather — it brings lower energy, decreased motivation, and sometimes, seasonal depression. If you’ve noticed your mood dip this time of year, you’re not alone. The darker days and reduced sunlight can affect your body’s natural rhythms and serotonin levels,…

There’s no greater joy than holding your first grandchild for the very first time. Suddenly, you imagine years of laughter, park visits, walks to school, and family milestones. But for many new grandparents, there’s also a quiet worry in the background — “Will I be healthy and active enough to keep up?”. As a Kinesiologist, and a new parent currently having this exact conversation with my parents and In-laws, I’ve…

You’re not imagining it — the cold really does make your joints ache If you’ve ever woken up on a chilly morning and felt like your knees or fingers just don’t want to move, you’re not alone. Every year around this time, we start hearing more clients mention that their joint pain in winter feels worse — especially when the temperatures drop suddenly or the snow starts flying. The cold…

If you own an Oura Ring or Whoop band, you’re already one step ahead — taking an active interest in your health, recovery, and performance. These devices are great tools for tracking sleep quality, activity levels, recovery, and even stress. But here’s the big question: are you doing anything with that information? Numbers are only as powerful as the actions that follow them. The Power and the Limits of Oura…

If you’re in your 70s or 80s and still living in your own home, taking daily walks, and keeping up with chores, that’s something to be proud of. You’ve built a lifestyle that keeps you moving — and that movement is helping you remain independent. But if you’ve ever thought, “It’s too late for me to start strength training,” it’s time to think again. Because the truth is, this might…

When people think about preparing for pregnancy, they often jump straight to prenatal vitamins, baby names, or nursery planning. But one of the best ways to set yourself — and your future baby — up for success starts long before conception. As a kinesiologist, I can tell you that pre-pregnancy fitness is one of the most important yet overlooked parts of the journey to parenthood. Building healthy movement and lifestyle…