Since debates among trainers about how fit a trainer should have been a hot topic since I started as a trainer over 25 years ago, and continue rage on via social media, I wanted to address this subjec
“Julie, what if I told you that you could still enjoy a peppermint espresso mocha latté, or even a Coca-Cola or Snickers bar, if you run or bike before or after?”Julie’s eyes grew.... View More
Great programming involves factoring in elements that'll increase the likelihood that your client will stick to their workouts by blending universal training principles with their individual preferences
Again, we have a series of balance and reaction time drills that will not only challenge our clients' balance system but their cognitive system as well... View More
You can also use a regular step for this workout, but I do not recommend using a BOSU for this one.You are going to work through a series of 3 lower body exercises on an unstable platform... View More
While "total hip replacement" sounds quick, it's a complex procedure. Understanding its nuances can help fitness professionals prevent dislocations and guide clients safely back to fitness... View More
True foot power begins with the toes — and more specifically, with toe flexion aka gripping the ground. When we engage in the simple yet profound act of gripping the ground with our toes, we’re... View More
Some trends, like wearable technologies, come in hot and stay relevant as far as the future can see, while other trends, like personal training and cardio, steadily change over time... View More
As a fitness professional, you will find yourself at a crossroads in your career — when a lease expires, your team changes, your personal life goes through a transition, or your business takes a... View More
As a personal trainer, you may find it increasingly difficult to compete in an industry that has no licensure and very little in the way of requirements... View More
I feel like a broken record when I keep saying this past year has been a wild one, but it is simply the truth. It has altered quite a bit when it comes to how we run our fitness businesses... View More
The MedFit Education Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to redefining preventive healthcare through medical fitness, has announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership with the Fitness Business Assoc
Don’t settle for guesswork or outdated tools. If you're not using PostureScreen, you’re missing an opportunity to save time, boost outcomes, and wow your clients... View More
If you want to make a simple balance exercise more complex, just add a little cognitive challenge. Now this becomes a more challenging balance task, but adds a cognitive element... View More
By the end of 2040, the CDC projects the number of doctor-reported cases of arthritis in the United States will be well over 78 million. While many cases go unaccounted for, this number has been growi