Dec. 4 2014
Perform Better 2015 catalog is now available. This 100 page catalog includes the best name brands and the largest in-stock selection of functional training equipment in the industry. Filled with new, top-notch... View More
Dec. 3 2014
Vegetables, fruits, nuts, copious amounts of olive oil and a glass of wine with a meal; while the Mediterranean diet sounds like a the makings of a delicious lifestyle, it has also long been regarded as... View More
book review
Dec. 2 2014
JimStoppani, PhD, has released the second edition of his Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength. As the title indicates, "encyclopedia" pretty much sums it up: thebook spans over 550 pages covering 381 exercises,... View More
Dec. 2 2014
Are you at work? Are you sitting down? You may want to get on your feet, as a new study has found a link between occupational sitting and increased risks of obesity. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>
Brian_6
Dec. 1 2014
All effective prehab and rehab programs for recreational and competitive athletes should build in single leg stability exercises. I like to use sliding exercises as one way to improve neuromuscular control... View More
discussion_1_0
Dec. 1 2014
In December of 2011, I listed five issues you should address with your accountant before January 1 (read article). These need to be reassessed (briefly listed below) on a yearly... View More
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Dec. 1 2014
Are you feeling exhausted by your fitness business because no one can do things as well as you?... View More
Dec. 1 2014
DESPITE a sequence of stellar performances by Britain's female athletes and team game players, coverage of women's sport in the Press still occupies a fraction of the space given to men, according to University... View More
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Nov. 25 2014
There are a lot of mediums available these days to personal trainers, and all can have their benefits... View More
Nov. 25 2014
Patients who are unable to use their muscles for extended periods of time - such as those who have suffered a stroke - often experience weakened muscles from lack of use. But now, a new study suggests... View More
Nov. 24 2014
Perhaps not all calories are created equal. A new paper, co-authored by Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute cardiovascular research scientist James J. DiNicolantonio, PharmD, challenges the prevailing... View More
Nov. 20 2014
Lebert Fitness, global leader in performance training tools, systems and education has justlaunched the Lebert Equalizer XL.The Lebert Equalizer XL is great for anyone over 6'â❠tall to get... View More
Nov. 19 2014
People who frequently cook meals at home eat healthier and consume fewer calories than those who cook less, according to new Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health research. "When people cook... View More
Nov. 18 2014
Watercress is a dark, leafy green grown in natural spring water. For the past few decades, watercress has been used as little more than a plate garnish but is now seeing resurgence in popularity as one... View More
Nov. 17 2014
ccording to a new study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2014, reports to US poison control centers regarding energy drinks and children younger than 6 years old are alarmingly... View More
Brian_6
Nov. 15 2014
Many of my athletes and clients exhibit poor hip mobility related to sitting and repetitive activity. Limited hip flexor and hamstring mobility both contribute to poor hip disassociation. One method I... View More
discussion_1_0
Nov. 15 2014
One of the most effective and low-cost marketing methods for fitness professionals is through email marketing. If you're just starting your fitness business, email marketing is the first place you should... View More
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Nov. 15 2014
Many authors are taking advantage of self-publishing to get as many books out there as possible... View More
Nov. 14 2014
As obesity rates rise, health professionals and policy makers scramble to help consumers resist unhealthy eating choices, often focusing on better labeling and improved nutritional knowledge. According... View More
Nov. 13 2014
If your morning ritual consists of making a grab for a takeout tea or coffee to get your much-needed caffeine fix, you are not alone. Caffeine is used by the masses on a daily basis to increase wakefulness,... View More