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REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A WELLNESS COACH

REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A WELLNESS COACH

By Nicole Golden It is somewhat shocking to look at statistics on death and chronic illnesses in the United States only to realize that many of these diseases are entirely preventable by lifestyle choices. Metabolic disorders (i.e., dyslipidemia and type 2 diabetes),...
DO YOU NEED TO TAKE PROTEIN POWDER IF YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT FITNESS?

DO YOU NEED TO TAKE PROTEIN POWDER IF YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT FITNESS?

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI Protein, Protein, Protein. By this point, most of us are aware of protein’s muscle-enhancing benefits — especially regarding exercise. But does attaining the highest levels of fitness require the addition of protein powders to your diet?...
THE TALK TEST: AN UNDERRATED FITNESS TOOL FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS

THE TALK TEST: AN UNDERRATED FITNESS TOOL FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY There are endless tech options available when it comes to tracking intensity levels during a workout, but technology sometimes requires a learning curve, and it can be expensive. While these products do provide tons of helpful information for...
FOOD FIGHT: NUTRITION FOR PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS

FOOD FIGHT: NUTRITION FOR PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI First things first: food gives you energy. Without energy, you can’t perform. As in any sport, food powers your workouts and helps you recover afterwards. Without proper nourishment, you will fail to improve any aspect of your training...
SWEET POTATO NUTRITION FACTS: GLYCEMIC INDEX, CALORIES, AND MORE

SWEET POTATO NUTRITION FACTS: GLYCEMIC INDEX, CALORIES, AND MORE

By Stacey Penney The mere mention of sweet potatoes brings memories of a Thanksgiving table to mind. These nutritional tuberous all-stars have found their way onto everyday menus and, in some cases, have even bumped the traditional white potato out of our kitchens....
BODY TYPES: HOW TO TRAIN & DIET FOR YOUR BODY TYPE

BODY TYPES: HOW TO TRAIN & DIET FOR YOUR BODY TYPE

By ANDREW PAYNE Do you have trouble losing body fat, yet seem to gain it after even the smallest slip up with your diet? Or does it feel like you can eat for days without gaining an ounce? It could have something to do with your current body type. But is it really...
10 FOODS THAT ARE HIGH IN HEALTHY FATS

10 FOODS THAT ARE HIGH IN HEALTHY FATS

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI As times change, so do new ways of thinking. With that, many new philosophies surrounding food and diet culture emerge. One of those beliefs use to be that a high-fat diet was the cause of many diet-related diseases such as heart disease....
10 NUTRITION MYTHS YOU WOULD DO BEST TO IGNORE

10 NUTRITION MYTHS YOU WOULD DO BEST TO IGNORE

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI It’s easy to become a victim to misinformation on the internet when thousands of hits populate every time you type a question into google. Unfortunately, when it comes to nutrition everyone thinks they are an expert — especially if they...
THE BEST PROTEIN SOURCES FOR VEGANS AND VEGETARIANS

THE BEST PROTEIN SOURCES FOR VEGANS AND VEGETARIANS

By Allison Brager Veganism has been a tremendously growing movement in recent years. Best-selling books & plant-based protein start-up companies, products, and nutrition courses have fueled its growth. Every kind of nutritional plan has its benefits and costs....
HOW TO CUT WEIGHT EFFECTIVELY: 8 TIPS FOR SHORT-TERM WEIGHT LOSS

HOW TO CUT WEIGHT EFFECTIVELY: 8 TIPS FOR SHORT-TERM WEIGHT LOSS

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY Cutting weight may not be the answer for long-term weight loss goals, but if you’re looking to lose body fat and increase muscle mass for an event that’s 2-4 months away, then doing a cut might be a strategy for you to consider. WHAT IS CUTTING...
15 FOODS HIGH IN IRON: GET YOUR DAILY VALUES EFFICIENTLY

15 FOODS HIGH IN IRON: GET YOUR DAILY VALUES EFFICIENTLY

by JACQUELINE KAMINSKI Iron is a mineral you often hear nutrition coaches and sports nutrition coaches advocate to get more of to avoid the risk of deficiency. But why? Why is this mineral so important and why should you make sure you’re getting adequate amounts in...
THE BENEFITS OF STRETCHING: LEARN THE ADVANTAGES OF FLEXIBILITY

THE BENEFITS OF STRETCHING: LEARN THE ADVANTAGES OF FLEXIBILITY

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI “Make sure you stretch!” – Something we often hear before or after we participate in any sort of exercise. But is stretching that good for you? What exactly are the benefits of having a regular stretching routine? Let’s explore the...
EXERCISE AS STRESS MANAGEMENT: HOW WORKOUTS HELP YOUR WELLBEING

EXERCISE AS STRESS MANAGEMENT: HOW WORKOUTS HELP YOUR WELLBEING

DR. ALLISON BRAGER Exercise should not be stressful. I repeat exercise should not be stressful. Exercise should alleviate stress. Before I get into the biological explanation as to why exercise should and ought to alleviate stress, let’s briefly discuss how...
AVOCADO NUTRITION FACTS & BENEFITS: 5 REASONS TO EAT THE FRUIT!

AVOCADO NUTRITION FACTS & BENEFITS: 5 REASONS TO EAT THE FRUIT!

BY dr ALLISON BRAGER Avocados are not just for Millennials. Avocados, much like coffee, are one of the most exported goods across Central America, and there’s a reason for it. Avocados are a healthy source of fats and essential nutrients sufficient and necessary...
HOW TO LOSE BELLY FAT: 10 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR WAISTLINE TRIM

HOW TO LOSE BELLY FAT: 10 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR WAISTLINE TRIM

DR. ALLISON BRAGER You may have heard that abs are built in the kitchen. While this is partially true, it’s not the full story. While a healthy dose of body fat is a sign of overall health and wellness, body fat ought to be evenly distributed. This is how a...
How to sleep better—when nothing helps you sleep better.

How to sleep better—when nothing helps you sleep better.

Three strategies you probably haven’t tried. By Krista Scott-Dixon, Ph.D., Alex Picot-Annand, PN2, Holistic Nutritionist SHARE Reviewed by Jennifer Martin, PhD It’s 3:17 am, and you’re awake. Your bedroom is a cool 65° F, and inky black thanks to your blackout...
EXERCISE AS STRESS MANAGEMENT: HOW WORKOUTS HELP YOUR WELLBEING

EXERCISE AS STRESS MANAGEMENT: HOW WORKOUTS HELP YOUR WELLBEING

Dr Allison Brager Exercise should not be stressful. I repeat exercise should not be stressful. Exercise should alleviate stress. Before I get into the biological explanation as to why exercise should and ought to alleviate stress, let’s briefly discuss how...
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DIETING FOR VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN ATHLETES

COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DIETING FOR VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN ATHLETES

By Kinsey Mahaffey An athlete can eat a vegan or vegetarian diet without sacrificing their performance or body composition, but it takes planning and intentional food choices to be successful. This article will help to serve as a nutrition guide for plant-based...
HOW TO LOSE WATER WEIGHT EFFECTIVELY:

HOW TO LOSE WATER WEIGHT EFFECTIVELY:

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY I’ve had many a client come into their workout in a panic because they seemingly gained 3-5 pounds overnight. The conversation goes something like this: “I can’t believe I put on 3 extra pounds yesterday,” says the client. “What do you mean?” I ask....
DYNAMIC STRETCHING DEMONSTRATED: WORKOUTS, EXERCISES, AND EXAMPLES:

DYNAMIC STRETCHING DEMONSTRATED: WORKOUTS, EXERCISES, AND EXAMPLES:

By Chris Frederick In a previous blog that compared static vs dynamic stretching, the NASM OPT model delineates what type of stretching is used at specific levels of training clients. This is especially important to know if you’re a Stretching and Flexibility...
STRETCHES FOR BEGINNERS: 10 OF THE BEST MOVEMENTS FOR THOSE JUST STARTING:

STRETCHES FOR BEGINNERS: 10 OF THE BEST MOVEMENTS FOR THOSE JUST STARTING:

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY A regular stretch routine will help you increase your flexibility, move better overall, and it’s also a great way to de-stress. As a beginner, it’s great to start with basic stretches that don’t require any crazy contortions or weird positions to...
HOW MANY CARBS SHOULD YOU EAT A DAY TO LOSE WEIGHT?:

HOW MANY CARBS SHOULD YOU EAT A DAY TO LOSE WEIGHT?:

By Brad Dieter Low carbohydrate diets have become a very popular tool for weight loss over the last several decades. While much of the scientific rationale behind why they are utilized for weight loss, such as the carbohydrate-insulin hypothesis, have largely been...
WHY EXERCISE RECOVERY HAS BECOME A VITAL COMPONENT OF FITNESS:

WHY EXERCISE RECOVERY HAS BECOME A VITAL COMPONENT OF FITNESS:

By TRX Recovery—aka what you do to help the body and mind manage the strain of physical activity and stress—isn’t a new concept. Those flimsy white foam rollers have been floating around physical therapy offices for decades. Believe it or not, massage has roots as far...
THE PHARMACOLOGY’S OF EXERCISE: YES, EXERCISE IS MEDICINE!:

THE PHARMACOLOGY’S OF EXERCISE: YES, EXERCISE IS MEDICINE!:

By NICHOLAS A. DINUBILE It’s been said, that if all the benefits of exercise could be placed in a single pill, it would be the most widely prescribed medication in the world. Scientific evidence continues to mount supporting the numerous medicinal benefits of...
10 Tips for Managing Stress in Difficult Seasons

10 Tips for Managing Stress in Difficult Seasons

By Julie King 10 Tips for Managing Stress in Difficult Seasons If there was ever a question about whether a universal difficult season existed, 2020 has proven that it does. Given the significant challenges of COVID-19 and the fallout that seems to have affected...
PREVENTING CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE WITH HARDINESS COACHING:

PREVENTING CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE WITH HARDINESS COACHING:

By Patricia Vangalen Like a leaky roof, do we patch the hole and hope for the best? Or do we replace and restore it and do the maintenance to optimize it, despite extreme weather conditions? In ski-speak, we joke about variable conditions, which are never predictable....
LOW & HIGH GLYCEMIC FOODS: GLYCEMIC INDEX AND LOAD EXPLAINED:

LOW & HIGH GLYCEMIC FOODS: GLYCEMIC INDEX AND LOAD EXPLAINED:

By Brad Dieter The glycemic index is one of the most popular tools used in nutrition, especially in weight loss, glycemic control, and sports Nutrition. When you Google the term “Glycemic Index,” you will return almost 26 million hits, meaning this is one of the most...
SAFE PREGNANCY EXERCISES FOR EACH TRIMESTER: PRENATAL WORKOUTS:

SAFE PREGNANCY EXERCISES FOR EACH TRIMESTER: PRENATAL WORKOUTS:

By Lauren Doss Congratulations! You’ve begun your journey to motherhood (or perhaps adding to the family!) and are looking to make the most of the next nine months. While prepping for the nursery, you may be wondering what you can do to take care of yourself during...
EXERCISES FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE: MANAGING SYMPTOMS:

EXERCISES FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE: MANAGING SYMPTOMS:

By COLLEEN BRIDGES Determined, consistent, and tenacious are just a few words I like to use to describe my Parkinson’s Disease “fighters.” I call them “fighters” because instead of lying down and giving up, they have chosen to take charge...
25+ FOODS TO REPLENISH ELECTROLYTES – NATURAL SOURCES:

25+ FOODS TO REPLENISH ELECTROLYTES – NATURAL SOURCES:

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI Have you ever worn a hat during your workout and later noticed white stains all over it? Well, those aren’t necessarily stains, but the dried electrolytes from your sweat! Electrolytes (and hydration) is an important subject for fitness...
SQUATS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN: PRENATAL FITNESS TIPS:

SQUATS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN: PRENATAL FITNESS TIPS:

By Nicole Golden Exercise during pregnancy can be quite beneficial though there are many myths and concerns surrounding safe exercise practices during this time. A well-planned training program can provide benefits such as reduction in the risk of gestational...
BREATHING EXERCISES FOR COVID-19 – THE BENEFITS OF DEEP BREATHING:

BREATHING EXERCISES FOR COVID-19 – THE BENEFITS OF DEEP BREATHING:

DR. SCOTT CHEATHAM The COVID-19 virus can have a significant impact on an individual’s health and ability to exercise. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has noted 11 main COVID-19 symptoms: fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing,...
6 SIMPLE TIPS TO STAVE OFF ARTHRITIS SYMPTOMS!:

6 SIMPLE TIPS TO STAVE OFF ARTHRITIS SYMPTOMS!:

By Christine M Conti Offer up these simple tips to aid arthritic clients reduce flare-ups, decrease symptoms, and experience more pain-free days!In 2020, COVID-19 changed the world. Businesses closed, social gatherings ceased, isolation grew, and the fear of catching...
THE 6 BEST SNACKS TO EAT BEFORE AND AFTER A WORKOUT:

THE 6 BEST SNACKS TO EAT BEFORE AND AFTER A WORKOUT:

By Bojana Galic Competitive athletes know every slight edge over a rival can make a big difference on the field, court, or track. That edge makes it worth the extra time running through drills, strength training, or zeroing in on nutrition. But understanding sports...
LEARNING TO ACCEPT AND LET GO:

LEARNING TO ACCEPT AND LET GO:

By Dana Bender Feelings of stress can manifest in different ways for different people. In some cases, internal tension emerges because situations in our lives do not match our internal expectations, or because things do not go as per our plan. Over the years, I have...
DO COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS WORK? HERE’S WHAT THE SCIENCE SAYS:

DO COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS WORK? HERE’S WHAT THE SCIENCE SAYS:

By Brad Dieter Collagen supplements have become a significant contender in the protein supplement market and are quickly rising to the top of the list regarding what supplements people are buying. Despite the rise in popularity, there are many questions around...
EXERCISE AND POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER:

EXERCISE AND POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER:

By Portia Page Since mid-March, most of the country has been dealing with social distancing rules, stay-at-home orders, business closures, overcrowded hospitals and limited health services. Consequently, many people are feeling isolated and lonely and may be hurting...
THE SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS OF STRESS: A HELPFUL GUIDE:

THE SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS OF STRESS: A HELPFUL GUIDE:

By Fabio Comana Stress stimulates appetite, it increases abdominal fat, it increases risks for disease and it can even play a role in our intimate relationships. The list could keep going, but what exactly is stress and how is it connected to all these consequences?...
HOW TO BE HEALTHY WITHOUT RESTRICTING FOODS: 8 TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

HOW TO BE HEALTHY WITHOUT RESTRICTING FOODS: 8 TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

By Dana Bender I have often heard clients, fitness center members, and friends share their weight loss journey through improved nutritional habits over my fifteen years as a fitness and behavioral change professional. Most of these examples and stories are positive...
HOW TO MEAL PREP FOR WEIGHT LOSS:

HOW TO MEAL PREP FOR WEIGHT LOSS:

By JACQUELINE KAMINSKI When it comes to embarking on a weight loss journey, or even if you’re looking to make some minor changes in your diet and create more stability and consistency, planning ahead is always going to be helpful! Remember, what will work best for you...
EXAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR CHANGE GOALS THROUGH SMALL STEPS AND TINY HABITS:

EXAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR CHANGE GOALS THROUGH SMALL STEPS AND TINY HABITS:

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY As a behavior change specialist, many of our clients like to set new goals for the New Year. By this time of the year, however, it’s estimated that a large majority of people who set New Year’s Resolutions have already given up. If you work in a...
WEIGHT-LIFTING FOR WOMEN: WHY WOMEN SHOULD LIFT:

WEIGHT-LIFTING FOR WOMEN: WHY WOMEN SHOULD LIFT:

BY Nicole Golden Weight-lifting was historically an exercise modality that women shied away from for fear of being “too masculine” or “getting too big.” Female strength sports did not become fully recognized until the 1970s and 1980s with the...
HELPING A CLIENT SET REALISTIC WEIGHT LOSS GOALS:

HELPING A CLIENT SET REALISTIC WEIGHT LOSS GOALS:

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY Most clients have a goal in mind when they start working with a personal trainer. As trainers, our main objective is to help our clients reach their goals safely and efficiently. We’ll do everything we can to help our clients, but what if...
TRAINING THE FEMALE CLIENT: KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR PROGRAMMING

TRAINING THE FEMALE CLIENT: KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR PROGRAMMING

By Fabio Comana Apart from the more obvious gender differences like pregnancy and some aging-related conditions (e.g., osteoporosis, menopausal changes), how much thought is generally given to the anatomical and physiological differences between men and women when...
7 QUESTIONS ALL NUTRITION COACHES NEED TO KNOW HOW TO ANSWER

7 QUESTIONS ALL NUTRITION COACHES NEED TO KNOW HOW TO ANSWER

By NASM With fad diets flooding the marketplace, obesity and heart disease numbers rapidly increasing, and more confusing food choices than ever before, Nutrition Coaches are in particularly high demand. This is an exciting, rewarding career for people who love...
5 WAYS TO ENHANCE YOUR HEALTHSPAN

5 WAYS TO ENHANCE YOUR HEALTHSPAN

By Sam Arnold Throughout the pandemic, you have likely spent more time at home by yourself than you ever expected or wanted to. You almost certainly have needed a lift at one time or another. Given all the discussion of precautions, illness, and death, you may have...
A LOOK AT MINDFUL MOVEMENT

A LOOK AT MINDFUL MOVEMENT

With Rick Richey Rick Richey sits down with mindfulness expert Dr. Mallory Fox. She is a CPT, CES, CNC, PES, and WFS, and she really knows her stuff! This episode centers on movement – and, more specifically, mindful movement. But how are the two interlinked?...
A 9-EXERCISE BODY-WEIGHT WORKOUT

A 9-EXERCISE BODY-WEIGHT WORKOUT

By Crystal Reeves Body-weight workouts are getting big buzz right now as people discover that the only equipment you really need to get fit is with you all the time. Want to give your clients a taste of a body-weight workout that incorporates core, balance, and...
OVERTRAINING: WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO IDENTIFY IT

OVERTRAINING: WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO IDENTIFY IT

By LAURA QUAGLIO Are you giving workouts your all but getting less in return—or even backsliding? Does it seem like you’re always battling bronchitis, tendonitis, or another “itis”? Or maybe your usual over-the-top enthusiasm for workouts has faded to “barely there.”...
FIVE WAYS TO SPEED YOUR METABOLISM

FIVE WAYS TO SPEED YOUR METABOLISM

By Geoff Lecovin Are you feeling sluggish? Are you having difficulty losing weight? Maybe you should SPEED your metabolism. This blog post will show you 5 ways to do exactly that with the acronym SPEED, which stands for Sleep, Psychological Stress, Environment,...
HOW TO CONDUCT A FITNESS CONSULTATION: ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS

HOW TO CONDUCT A FITNESS CONSULTATION: ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY The first initial consultation that I conducted was nerve-racking. As a brand new trainer, I stressed over making sure that I covered all of my bases in gathering the right amount of information during this initial session. It felt like so much...
SHEDDING A NEW LIGHT ON YOUR REST DAY

SHEDDING A NEW LIGHT ON YOUR REST DAY

By MORGAN SHAPIRO Rest days. Something all of us gym rats know we need to partake in, but often have a hard time doing. We are regularly exposed to phrases such as “no days off” or “no pain, no gain.” While working hard and pushing ourselves in...
Does intermittent fasting work for women?

Does intermittent fasting work for women?

By Helen Kollias, PhD Intermittent fasting works really well… for certain people… in certain situations. Some might even say it’s “life-changing.” But others? Not so much. And this seems especially true for women. Take my parents. For as long as I can remember, my...
A FIT RESPONSE: LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE GYM SHUTDOWN OF 2020

A FIT RESPONSE: LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE GYM SHUTDOWN OF 2020

By PAMELA LIGHT, MA Personal trainers are no strangers to battling unseen barriers to fitness. For decades, we have helped our clients overcome scheduling issues, flagging motivation, less-than-supportive spouses, preexisting health conditions and more. But the words...
4 NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS OF INADEQUATE SLEEP AND HOW TO SLEEP PROPERLY

4 NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS OF INADEQUATE SLEEP AND HOW TO SLEEP PROPERLY

By PETE MCCALL No one is born knowing how to exercise. It is a subject that must be studied and understood correctly to do it properly. Earning the Certified Personal Trainer credential from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) means that you can design...
ACTIVE RECOVERY: REST DAYS, WORKOUTS, AND EXERCISES EXAMPLES

ACTIVE RECOVERY: REST DAYS, WORKOUTS, AND EXERCISES EXAMPLES

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY Recovery is important for getting the most out of your fitness programming and an essential component of a personal training education. I spend a decent amount of time talking with my clients about proper recovery techniques to avoid burnout and...
8 TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING BACK TO AT-HOME WORKOUTS DURING THE PANDEMIC

8 TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING BACK TO AT-HOME WORKOUTS DURING THE PANDEMIC

By DANA BENDER With covid-19 numbers rising exponentially across the country, many avid fitness center enthusiasts might be concerned that their local fitness center will close again due to safety precautions and local regulatory guidelines. These individuals might...
MOVING FORWARD: A FITNESS PIONEER’S PANDEMIC-INSPIRED BEST PRACTICES

MOVING FORWARD: A FITNESS PIONEER’S PANDEMIC-INSPIRED BEST PRACTICES

By LAURA QUAGLIO “My whole schtick when I opened in 2013 was to provide the fitness industry’s first one-on-one personal training that’s done in a group setting,” says Donny Day, NASM-CPT, owner of Peak Zone Fitness in Lake Highlands, Texas. Pre-pandemic, his workout...
APPROACHING THANKSGIVING WITH A HEALTHY MINDSET

APPROACHING THANKSGIVING WITH A HEALTHY MINDSET

By ABBEY GRIFFITH As an eating disorder survivor, the holiday season can be scary. In early recovery days, my mental approach to the holidays looked something like this: First, it was Thanksgiving, a whole holiday about food, listening to people talk about their diet...
EXERCISE AND POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

EXERCISE AND POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

By Portia Page Since mid-March, most of the country has been dealing with social distancing rules, stay-at-home orders, business closures, overcrowded hospitals and limited health services. Consequently, many people are feeling isolated and lonely and may be hurting...
DEMYSTIFYING THE DASH DIET: HOW TO USE IT TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

DEMYSTIFYING THE DASH DIET: HOW TO USE IT TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

By Brad Dieter Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, with more than half of all deaths each year being attributed to cardiovascular disease (1). Many factors contribute to cardiovascular disease, such as obesity, diabetes, high...
A NEAT APPROACH TO WEIGHT LOSS

A NEAT APPROACH TO WEIGHT LOSS

By Fabio Comana We all know a well-structured and consistent exercise program combined with a healthful diet can help all of us shed unwanted pounds and achieve our ideal body type. But do we need to push ourselves in the gym each day leaving buckets of sweat on the...
EXERCISE PROGRAMMING FOR KNEE REPLACEMENTS

EXERCISE PROGRAMMING FOR KNEE REPLACEMENTS

By Andrew mills In a previous article, Prehabilitation Through Corrective Exercise: A Guide for Trainers, we explored how Certified Personal Trainers (CPTs) could help prepare individuals for a procedure like total knee replacement surgery. This article will focus on...
RETURN TO GYM PLAN: HOW TO TWEAK THE NASM OPT™ MODEL FOR CLIENTS

RETURN TO GYM PLAN: HOW TO TWEAK THE NASM OPT™ MODEL FOR CLIENTS

By KINSEY MAHAFFEY COVID-19 forced gym closures, which in turn disrupted sessions for many personal training clients. As a trainer, here are some specific ways the NASM Optimum Performance Training™ model can ease their minds as they gradually resume their routines....
REHAB EXERCISES FOR MASONRY WORKERS [RESEARCH ARTICLE REVIEW]

REHAB EXERCISES FOR MASONRY WORKERS [RESEARCH ARTICLE REVIEW]

By Nicole Golden RESEARCH REVIEW Effects of Selected Rehabilitative Exercises on External Rotator Muscles and Trapezius Muscles of Masonry Workers STUDY AUTHOR Singh, G. K., Srivastava, S., Kumar, M., & Ratnakar, S. ORIGINAL CITATION Singh, G. K., Srivastava, S.,...
STAYING IN SCOPE WITH NUTRITION

STAYING IN SCOPE WITH NUTRITION

By CHRISTOPHER MOHR, PHD, RD How often do you hear questions like: “How much protein should I have?” “What do you think about intermittent fasting?” “Should I follow the [insert name of current popular diet] to lose weight?” It’s not surprising. Nutrition and fitness...
FAMILY EXERCISES: 5 EASY TIPS TO KEEP A FAMILY WELL

FAMILY EXERCISES: 5 EASY TIPS TO KEEP A FAMILY WELL

By Katrina Pilkinton We can teeter on using the term “fit” to refer to a family’s health and wellbeing, but that can all-too-often encompass a notion that a family’s goals are performative. Being WELL is the goal. What does that look like or...
RECIPES FOR GAINING MUSCLE (ARE YOU EATING THESE FOODS?)

RECIPES FOR GAINING MUSCLE (ARE YOU EATING THESE FOODS?)

By Brad Dieter Gaining muscle is not quite as easy as going to the gym and lifting weights. That is just one part of the equation. In reality, gaining muscle requires two main things: a stimulus for growth and the energy to grow tissue. Outside of significant hormonal...
THE CAUSES OF STRESS: A BREAKDOWN OF THE PHYSIOLOGY [GUIDE]

THE CAUSES OF STRESS: A BREAKDOWN OF THE PHYSIOLOGY [GUIDE]

By Fabio Comana Stress stimulates appetite, it increases abdominal fat, it increases risks for disease and it can even play a role in our intimate relationships. The list could keep going, but what exactly is stress and how is it connected to all these consequences?...
THE ORIGINS OF TRX TRAINING®: CREATING A GLOBAL TRAINING BRAND

THE ORIGINS OF TRX TRAINING®: CREATING A GLOBAL TRAINING BRAND

By SHIRLEY ARCHER, JD, MA · When Randy Hetrick “MacGyvered” the predecessor for today’s TRX® Suspension Trainer™ while serving as a Navy SEAL officer in 1997, he had no idea he was creating an entirely new fitness methodology—Suspension Training®. He sparked what...
SETTING SMART FITNESS GOALS: HOW TO OVERCOME MENTAL HURDLES

SETTING SMART FITNESS GOALS: HOW TO OVERCOME MENTAL HURDLES

By CHERILYN MCLESTER, PHD Exercise is often associated with physical exertion and adaptations such as weight loss, improved athletic performance, and increased strength. However, one thing that these variables all have in common is that they are not mindless. In other...
MICRONUTRIENTS – HOW CHRONIC SHORTAGES LEAD TO HEALTH PROBLEMS

MICRONUTRIENTS – HOW CHRONIC SHORTAGES LEAD TO HEALTH PROBLEMS

By KAT BAREFIELD MS, RDN, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, ACSM-HFS In this post, we’re going to explore the health effects of getting insufficient micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). This article will also cover: The critical functions of various micronutrients The most...
TRAINING CONSIDERATIONS FOR OLDER & YOUNGER POPULATIONS

TRAINING CONSIDERATIONS FOR OLDER & YOUNGER POPULATIONS

By Nicole Golden A skilled fitness professional should have the capacity to handle a variety of special populations. The needs and training goals of older adults and children differ greatly from those of teens or young and middle adults. Generally, the most common...
WHAT IS A NUTRITION COACH AND WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT?

WHAT IS A NUTRITION COACH AND WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT?

By ANDREA CIRIGNANO Maria wants to lose weight. The 46-year-old mother of two never lost the “baby weight” she gained after having her second child 5 years ago, and the extra 40 pounds is compounding other challenges in her life. She’s overworked, tired and stressed,...
AN INTRODUCTION TO 4 POPULAR DIETS (BLOG + INFOGRAPHICS)

AN INTRODUCTION TO 4 POPULAR DIETS (BLOG + INFOGRAPHICS)

By NASM As featured in our nutrition course – Navigating Diets – which is a detailed sampling of the overall CNC curriculum. To truly grasp the complexities of nutrition means learning what separates – and connects – the most common diets. This...
HOW TO COACH ADOLESCENTS ON NUTRITION DECISIONS

HOW TO COACH ADOLESCENTS ON NUTRITION DECISIONS

By SARAH SNYDER Youth exercise professionals are in a powerful position to positively influence eating behaviors. This is when independence begins to be established with regard to food and beverage choices and meal preparation. Coaches and trainers – even Youth...
THE PALEO DIET FOR STRENGTH/POWER ATHLETES

THE PALEO DIET FOR STRENGTH/POWER ATHLETES

By NASM The Paleolithic or “Paleo” diet derives from the superior cardiometabolic health and physical fitness of indigenous hunter-gatherer populations (Hills Jr & Erpenbeck, 2018). The Paleo diet is promoted across the world as a way of improving health of human...
EXERCISE PROGRAMMING FOR OLDER ADULTS

EXERCISE PROGRAMMING FOR OLDER ADULTS

By RICH FAHMY, MS, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, MASTER INSTRUCTOR Training modifications and exercise programming for older adults are popular topics across health and fitness publications and conferences. There’s good reason for this: By 2050, the number of people 60 or older...
Feeling stir crazy? A run could help.

Feeling stir crazy? A run could help.

By TheraGun You’re committed to your wellness routine and living the healthiest lifestyle possible. You dedicate a chunk of time during your week to either the gym or yoga or maybe even boxing and lifting weights. Hell, sometimes you even throw in a green juice when...