Kinesiologist

Most people know that exercise is “good for you,” but did you know there are official guidelines that outline the minimum amount of activity needed to maintain health? These are called the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Minimal Physical Activity Guidelines, and here’s the surprising truth: the majority of Canadians aren’t meeting them. What Are the Minimal Activity Guidelines? The guidelines recommend that adults aim for at least 150…

There’s something undeniably powerful about setting goals, putting in the work, and watching yourself inch closer to it every week. It’s more than just numbers on a weight stack or miles on a treadmill—it’s about proving to yourself what’s possible when consistency meets dedication. When you walk into the gym without a clear goal, it’s easy to go through the motions. But when you set a target—something that feels exciting,…

The Silent Strain of Modern Life  You wake up tired. Traffic's a nightmare. Deadlines pile up. Emails never stop. Your phone buzzes endlessly, and your to-do list only grows. Sound familiar? This constant, low-grade stress—what many of us just call “daily life”—has a real cost. And one of the biggest, most silent casualties? Your blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects 1 in 2 adults, often without obvious symptoms.…

It’s easy to get motivated when there’s a deadline. A wedding. A vacation. A race. A reunion. These events create urgency—they give us a reason to finally get serious about our health, to clean up our nutrition, to start exercising, and to follow through. But what happens when the event passes? That wedding will be over in one day. That vacation? A week, maybe two. The race? A few hours.…

Let’s be honest: perimenopause and menopause can feel like a rollercoaster you didn’t sign up for. If you’re someone who’s always made time for your health, it can be incredibly frustrating when your body suddenly stops responding the way it used to. You’re still working out, eating well, trying to keep up—but the energy crashes, and the stubborn weight gain just won’t let up. If you're in your 40s, 50s,…

Today one of our clients shared a success story with us. It was a great example of how a real-life situation can highlight the benefits of regular exercise. Benefits of Regular Exercise For A Real-Life Situation Imagine arriving to the train station to catch your train, only to discover the escalator is broken. You’re then faced with the challenge of carrying your 40-pound suitcase up two flights of stairs. At…

Have you ever made goals at the beginning of the year to start exercising and then find yourself at the end of the year frustrated or discouraged because you didn’t stick with it? You put in the hard work and you were feeling better for the first few months, and then life happened. Sound familiar? No one said starting an exercise program or holding yourself accountable would be easy. Especially…

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…

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…