Prejudice towards obese people is rife among trainee health professionals, but can be modified, new research has found. The study, published in the journal Obesity, says weight-based discrimination by... View More
The first formal US government recommendations on physical activity, the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, were published in 2008. Now, those guidelines have been interpreted for practical use... View More
It started one day with flashing lights. It seemed to Daryl Kucera that the florescent overhead lights in his office at the credit card company he was working at needed changing because the bulbs were... View More
With all the craze over functional training, there has been endless confusion over what is "functional."ââ In a nutshell, if your training improves your activities of daily living, then it... View More
How to create a team environment and boost retention for your personal training business (and eight systems you can use to keep it going) Personal training has been a very valuable profession for many... View More
Editor's Note: "The Boomers" is asix-part series on how you can make the baby boomer market successful withinyour fitness business. Part two, "10 Reasons You Should Know this Niche," uses both experience... View More
Tapio Videman says back disorders in the working population are among the most costly illnesses in developed countries around the world. Disc degeneration is the main suspected origin of severe back symptoms... View More
A diet rich in carbohydrates that are quickly transformed into sugar in the blood raises the risk of heart disease for women, a new Italian study finds. The same effect, however, is not seen in men, according... View More
Emerging research on training techniques for senior populations and their common ailments can be difficult to manage. Two of the industry's leading authorities, however, keep professionals updated with... View More
April 22 2010
The old excuse, "I am only overweight because of my genes," is suddenly gaining credibility as researchers uncover ever more evidence that the way our bodies digest and process nutrients in the food we... View More
TV shows depicting dramatic weight loss may reflect anything but reality, according to an expert presenting today at the American College of Sports Medicine's 14th-annual Health & Fitness Summit. Lauve... View More
Want a better workout? Then don't stretch beforehand, some experts say. Many people take it for granted that they should start their exercise routines with some stretching on the spot, perhaps hoping it... View More
Oneof the great things about the personal training industry is that it is a young,vibrant business that is growing and evolving every day. To some degree, we arepioneers or trailblazers moving into uncharted... View More
The summer is a great time for physical activity - be it playing a sport, an aerobic exercise routine, or just returning to that old jogging path. "Exercise is the fountain of youth and summer is the perfect... View More
It was January 12, 2010, when I watched in horror as the images of the Haiti earthquake flashed on my television. I purposely do not watch the news, but today I couldn't help myself. I couldn't believe... View More
Measuring body composition - the amount of fatty tissue, muscle tissue and bone present in the body - can provide valuable information for determining an individual's overall health status. However, obtaining... View More
The first ever comprehensive study on weightlifting injuries is out and it shows a surprising trend: injuries are up significantly among teenage girls. Results from the study, led by researchers at Nationwide... View More
Brian continues his miniseries targeting the core with single-leg/single-arm diagonals, which are perfect for those clients seeking a greater challenge with three-dimensional movement. See 'Related Resources'... View More
A well-put-together book withattractive food pictures, WaistlineWorkout is most beneficial for new trainers who might need help puttingtogether nutrition and exercise plans for clients.Written for the... View More
Salesin its traditional sense, is a weird subject for personal trainers. Ifyou're familiar with my articles in PFP, you know that most of my advice isdesigned to help you sell yourself. If you get good... View More
