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The Fear of Exercise Do you dread the thought of exercise? The idea of stepping into a gym, joining a workout class to even grabbing some running shoes can trigger some anxious feelings. It is easy to feel alone in this, but fear of exercise is an incredibly common feeling. Many people experience feelings of fear that can be casted through potential judgement, failure, pain or injury. Facing the fear…

Is there a man in your life that has pushed their health to the side? Maybe it’s your father, husband, or friend? They do so much to provide for their families but they don’t take the time to take care of themselves. No matter what you say or do to help, you can’t force them to make a change… but you can definitely advise/motivate them! The minimal activity guidelines indicate…

Not sure which exercise modality is right for you? With so many forms of exercise it’s important to reflect on your goals first and what you are looking to achieve by starting an exercise program. Are you looking to build strength, improve flexibility, or enhance endurance? Your goals can significantly influence the best choice for you. If your wanting to improve your flexibility and promote relaxation yoga is excellent. If…

Navigating Breast Cancer and Embracing Your Strength To you, the warrior, who has faced breast cancer head-on, whether in your own body or through the eyes of a loved one, I want to take a moment to honour your strength, your courage, and your resilience. This journey is one you never expected, and yet, here you are, facing each day with a heart full of love and hope, even on…

It’s truly incredible what the female body experiences during child birth! With that said, be kind to your body, and all that it has gone through. Your figure may have changed, you may not feel yourself, and some days you may be too tired to do much … but just know you’re not alone! Adjusting to life after having a baby is a big transition, and finding time for yourself…

With Thanksgiving around the corner our team at Longevity Nexum wanted to highlight a few things that we are thankful for, as well as some of our Thanksgiving traditions! Kelly & Chelsey's Thanksgiving Traditions This Thanksgiving our Kinesiologist Kelly will be spending some quality time with both her side of the family and her Fiancé’s. Thanksgiving traditions for Kelly growing up consisted of going to Howell’s Pumpkin Patch in Niagara…

The Importance of Team Culture Have you ever walked into a new place and felt like you have met the people before? Or that you felt like you have been going there for numerous years? All because of how welcomed you feel. That is what we strive for at Longevity Nexum. In this blog we are going talk about the importance of team culture for our team members at Longevity…

Is pain holding you back from doing the activities you love or unlock your potential in the gym?  Today we wanted to highlight our client Amy who reached out to us 3 months ago because her pain was getting in the way from advancing in her powerlifting. “Before I started working with Kelly, I wasn’t able to deadlift or squat without pain. My shoulder was also causing me issues during…

The benefits of walking are endless, so get ready to tie up your laces and make walking a part of your daily routine! Whether your taking the dog for a walk, listening to your favourite podcast, or catching up with a family member or friend during a walk - you will feel better both physically and mentally. It gets better… it costs nothing to get started! The Benefits of Walking…

September is Arthritis Awareness Month! As a Kinesiologist, I wanted to take a moment to raise awareness about the challenges many face that are living with arthritis, and how we can help! With millions affected worldwide, it’s essential to shed light on the importance of management strategies, including exercise, that can help improve one’s quality of life. Living with arthritis can be incredibly challenging, especially when pain keeps you from…