While being physically fit is beneficial in and of itself, researchers now report that people with high levels of fitness are less likely to develop high blood pressure - also referred to as hypertension... View More

Although it is often pushed to the side during the festive rush, during the post-Christmas fallout, weight loss will once more be at the top of many of our agendas. But where does excess weight go when... View More

Promising new evidence published by the European Journal of Preventative Cardiologyfinds that yoga may provide the same benefits in risk factor reduction of cardiovascular disease as traditional physical... View More

The proposed benefits of self myofascial release using a foam roller are well known. Whole body vibration technology has been shown to be a useful adjunct to static stretching as well as improving stability... View More

A question I am frequently asked by fitness professionals new to the industry, is how to price their services even though they may not have significant experience. Pricing is an art form; so know that... View More

A paper published by Obesity Reviews compares neurological responses to reward in participants with obesity, substance addiction and non substance (or behavioural addiction, such as gambling.) It is the... View More

Yoga is a mind and body practice with historical origins in ancient Indian philosophy. Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>

According to a new study published in The Journal of Pediatrics, two correctable sleep disorders - chronic lack of sleep and sleep-related breathing problems - each double the risk of a child being... View More

There are so many hidden costs that you do not think about when deciding to set up your own fitness studio... View More

How does our health measure up in the US for 2014? America's Health Rankings have released a new annual state-by-state analysis of factors affecting our country's health, celebrating the nation's health... View More

Many people drink and eat food from cans and plastic bottles, but this may be having an impact on their health. A new study reports that cans and bottles lined with the chemical bisphenol A could lead... View More

Some National Football League (NFL) players have been seeking out unproven stem cell therapies to help accelerate recoveries from injuries, according to a new paper from Rice University's Baker Institute... View More

The health departments of the nation's largest cities play a central role in developing innovative population health strategies for improving public health across the United States, according to a special... View More

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

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

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

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>>

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

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

Are you feeling exhausted by your fitness business because no one can do things as well as you?... View More