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Do you run for the “runner’s high” and how it makes you feel? Are you neglecting other forms of training to focus on running? What if I told you that you could get that release of endorphins and enhanced mood/ energy with resistance training as well? I know you're dedicated to your runs, so we want to help you continue to run long term! If you add resistance exercises to…

The Link Between Exercise and Sleep Quality: A Lifeline for Tired Parents In this blog we are going to dive into the symbiotic relationship between sleep and exercise. As a parent, the weight of responsibilities can feel relentless—getting the kids ready, working long hours, and somehow holding everything together. Yet, when it’s finally time to rest, sleep doesn’t come easy. Your mind races, your body feels wired, and the few…

Today in this article, Longevity Nexum Barrie Ontario will take you on a trip to get back on track with your health now that school is almost in full swing and you can prioritize your health during this new school year. Summer has yet to be fully wrapped up, however, we are starting to creep into the cooler mornings and evenings, the dew settling in on the grass and the…

Have you ever experienced chronic low back pain or knee pain? When our back or knee is in some discomfort we tend to stop the activities that work those areas. Rather than see it as an area of weakness that needs to get stronger. If the muscles are weak they can’t properly support the joints, which can lead to some of the discomfort that you are experiencing. With that said,…

Back to School, Back to You: Prioritize Your Health with Our Special Offer   As the school bell rings and your kids head back to class, the whirlwind of summer slows down, and routines start to fall back into place. It’s a time when you’re focused on making sure your children have everything they need for a successful school year. But in the midst of taking car e of everyone…

When you think about your life… what does the last 30 years look like? Are you able to maintain movement for life? Or are you managing a chronic condition that creeped up do to a sedentary lifestyle and poor choices? At Longevity Nexum we help people change their lifestyle to prevent chronic disease from creeping up as they move into their middle aged years and beyond. Our mission is to…

Exercise and Brain Health: A Lifeline for the Aging Population Has someone you know been affected by dementia? Has someone in your family been affected by dementia? Will you be affected? Every day, more than 350 people in Canada develop dementia. This is more than 15 people every hour. By 2030, nearly 1 million people in Canada could be living with dementia. As we age, maintaining brain health becomes increasingly…

Are you thinking to kick start your exercise routine when the kids head back to school in September? It's a fresh start for everyone in the household. It seems like a great idea to set goals for when things settle down, but why should your health be put on hold? Taking care of yourself isn’t just about fitting into a routine. It’s about setting a foundation that will positively impact…

Is your sciatic pain controlling your life? Is your sciatic pain impeding your ability to work, do basic household chores, limiting the time you’re spending with your families or even driving in your car? If this sounds like you or someone you know, take the time to read this article to give you some positive hope that you don’t have to live with sciatic pain for the rest of your…

Are you watching the Olympics? Cheering on your country like most others around the world? Many people are watching and supporting the hard work that these athletes have put in to get to this point. However, they're not putting in the work to achieve their own fitness goals. Watching The Olympics For Motivation Watching the Olympics is a fantastic way to get motivated to start your own fitness journey. More…