The only thing worse than losing a client to an injury is losing a client to an injury you caused! About 30 years ago, we learned that straight-legged sit-ups were bad for us because it caused back... View More
When someone first starts an exercise program that you have created, they will probably see some pretty good results for the first three to six weeks. After that, it is very common that every three to... View More
A great gift for clients and a necessary reference for trainers, The CalorieKing Calorie, Fat & Carbohydrate Counter, 2008 Edition is an easy-to-use guide that quickly answers specific nutrition questions... View More
Running - as a part of a cardio regimen, interval training or as a sport - is an integral part of any fitness program. So as trainers, we're often confronted with a variety of questions about running,... View More
Coaching is a part of life. Parents, teachers, siblings and friends help guide us daily to make good decisions. They provide support, encouragement and direction. As trainers, we are only as successful... View More
Selling Personal Training is a well-rounded primer on how to generate a clientele from the ground up. Written by industry veteran Casey Conrad, this book serves as both a jump-start for new trainers and... View More
Why do some teams achieve greatness, while others fail miserably? Remember the 1980 men's US Gold medal Olympic ice hockey team? They competed and won with amateur and collegiate players, while some of... View More
Functionally Fit, PFP's newest e-newsletter column, is a series of tips to keep your clients' routines fresh, exciting, but more importantly, effective. Check in every month to read Brian's newest tip.... View More
Execution Begin in a traditional push-up position with one foot positioned on top of the other heel. Slowly lower down maintaining a flat back (abs tight) until the upper arm is at or near parallel... View More
The best thing about this book is how easy it is to use. Loaded with complete workouts for all major sports, along with descriptions and pictures of individual exercises, this is a great reference for... View More
Execution Begin with a light to moderate dumbbell or kettlebell in the hand opposite the stance leg. Keeping the shoulder blades squeezed together, back flat, chest out and head up at all times, slowly... View More
A quick primer to beginning and progressive kettlebell workouts, The Great Kettlebell Handbook is an easy reference that would be handy to have on any trainer's desk. In about 10 minutes, I pulled several... View More
This book not only provides a variety of indoor and outdoor exercise routines using various modalities, it includes activities for recovery, injury prevention and cross-training and sound nutritional advice... View More
This manual shows how to use relaxation, reorganizing the mind, positive affirmations and visualization to help overcome cravings. Rob also covers overeating at meal times, the emotional discomfort of... View More
One of the biggest mistakes fitness experts make is failing to stay in contact with their clients and prospects. And even when they do send newsletters to their list, most trainers make serious mistakes... View More
A Similar PhenomenonIn 1911, researchers begin taking special interest in a horse owned by a German mathematician named Von Osten. The horse, aptly named Clever Hans, was reported to able to count,... View More
This book gives 121 prescriptions for longevity, and each page includes one tip that is easy to read and understand. Everything from detoxification to dental hygiene is extensively covered! Click here... View More
