Posts By: Melanie Williams

“Without the help of Longevity Nexum, I’m not sure if could have completed this hike without knee pain.” - Brenda  Our team would like to shine the light on one our dedicated client Brenda. She came to us in March 2023 with knee pain that limited her ability to play pickle ball and do other activities of daily living.  Brenda and her daughter set a goal to complete the Camino…

Thanksgiving tradition at Longevity Nexum Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday celebrated by millions of people. It's a time when families and friends come together to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives, share delicious meals, and create lasting memories. The Longevity Nexum team would like to start this holiday by expressing the most profound gratitude toward our dedicated clients and supporters. We are grateful to have the opportunity to…

Life is a beautiful journey, and as you approach your 50s with wonderful kids thriving in school, it’s time to put your health and needs as number 1 on the priority list. It's not uncommon to feel a little uneasy about changes happening in your body, especially as you navigate the pre-menopausal age. But remember, this is a new chapter filled with opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and a healthier you.…

Chelsey Torrance is from Barrie, Ontario and deeply passionate about human movement, physical health, and overall well-being. From her early years, she was an active child, thriving in competitive volleyball for 6 years with the Georgian Cubs in Barrie. Throughout high school, she continued her journey excelling in flag football and volleyball. Chelsey continued her love of sport through university where she was involved in intramurals and the KinGames in…

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s becoming increasingly common to lead a sedentary lifestyle. With the rise of desk jobs, technology addiction and the allure of streaming endless shows, many of us find ourselves sitting for prolonged periods. While modern conveniences make life easier, the consequences of sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to our health. In this blog post, we will dive into the effects of sedentary lifestyle and highlight the…

Exercise is not only great for your physical health, but it has a great deal of benefits when it comes to your mental health. The government of Canada defines mental health as your psychological and emotional well-being. It is a key resource for living a healthy life and should be taken care of the same way you would take care of your physical health.   Mental health does not mean…

On May 4th, 2023, our Kinesiologist Melanie Williams hosted our very first in clinic workshop. Her background involves working with women, specifically women in the pre and post-natal stage of life. Her main focus is to help people using exercise by educating and guiding her clients about safe exercise.   During the workshop, she covered topics about what pre and post-natal coaching entails, who and how she can help women,…

Arthritis is a common joint disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by inflammation, stiffness, and pain in the joints, which can lead to reduced mobility and quality of life. While there are several medications and treatments available for arthritis, exercise has been proven to be an effective and important tool in both prevention and management of arthritis. Exercise has numerous benefits for arthritis prevention…

Regular exercise is not only great for your physical health, but it's also an effective way to prevent and manage type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is a condition where the body is unable to use insulin effectively, leading to high blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, and it is largely preventable through lifestyle changes, including exercise. Our Kinesiologists are exercise professionals when it comes…

What is hypertension? Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common condition that affects millions of Canadians. According to the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology, an individual is considered hypertensive if their resting blood pressure is greater than 160/90 mmHg. If you are a person who has high levels of stress, eats poorly, doesn’t exercise regularly, is obese, consumes alcohol or has a family history of high blood…