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  • Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Squats in Running Shoes

    When it comes to improving strength, performance, and long-term health, we often overlook one of the most critical foundations of our body—our feet. Wearing barefoot or minimalist shoes during strength training or even during everyday walking can be a game-changer for developing foot and toe strength. And that’s not just… Continue reading

    A picture of barefoot shoes on somebody working out in a personal training session

  • Riding the Wave: Nu Fitness Makes It to the Final Round for Best Personal Trainers in Oakland 2025 — Let’s Go for Two Years in a Row!

    We’re still riding the incredible wave of gratitude and excitement from last year — when we were honored (and honestly, shocked!) to be voted the #1 Best Personal Trainers in Oakland and the East Bay by Oakland Magazine. The love, trust, and support we felt from our clients, colleagues, friends,… Continue reading

    Nu Fitness has made it into the final round of voting for Oakland Magazine’s Best of Oakland 2025 — Best Personal Trainers category

  • Building Connection to Your Workouts

    When we write programs for our clients, we know that in order to build a sustainable routine, we need to create a connection between the exercises and the individual. We consider movements that feel good in their bodies, exercises they enjoy improving at, and movements they find interesting. An important… Continue reading

    New fitness Oakland team members leading a community class outdoors in downtown Oakland

  • Injury Prevention: Getting Ahead of the Problem

    When a Nu Fitness team member starts working with a client, we start by paying close attention to how the client is creating movement. We pay attention to what chain of muscles are working, and verify the client feels engagement in the right areas. Frequently when new clients come in… Continue reading

  • Good Vs. Bad Food

    It’s Monday and you’re back to work after attending a party and a friend’s birthday brunch over the weekend. Although you had a great time in the moment, you can’t stop telling your coworkers about how “bad” you were this weekend. Does this feel familiar? Chances are you’re thinking about… Continue reading

  • When Was The Last Time You Took A Break From Training?

    Taking Breaks Boosts Your Gains! When was the last time you took a break from training? Not just a rest day, but a full week off? If you’re constantly pushing yourself without structured recovery, you might be experiencing accumulated fatigue—a gradual decline in your ability to recover fully between workouts.… Continue reading

  • Three Key Factors to Consider for an Effective Workout Routine

    First and foremost, are you enjoying the movements? It’s much harder to stick to an exercise routine if it’s filled with movements you don’t enjoy. It is crucial to Identify movements that feel unpleasant so you can incorporate fewer of those movements and more movements that make you feel good.… Continue reading

    Oakland personal trainer instructing client on how to create custom fitness program

  • Nu Fitness Oakland Launches Fitness, Wellness, & Longevity YouTube Video Content!

    We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Nu Fitness YouTube Channel! Our mission is to provide you with free, high-quality video content that empowers you to achieve your health and wellness goals.At Nu Fitness, we’re honored to have been voted Best Personal Trainers in Oakland and the East… Continue reading

  • Build A Sharper Mind Through Exercise

    At Nu Fitness, we know that exercise does more than just transform your body—it can literally rewire your brain. Emerging research shows that building muscle is directly connected to boosting cognitive health, and it’s time to rethink how we approach fitness and mental performance. Here’s how strengthening your body can… Continue reading

  • Fitness for Longevity: Building Strength for a Lifetime

    Fitness for Longevity: Building Strength for a Lifetime As we step into 2025, there’s no better time to reflect on our fitness goals and how they align with our long-term health and happiness. At Nu Fitness, we’re all about helping you create a fitness lifestyle that supports you not just… Continue reading