In a continuation of his BOSU Ball series, Brian adds the BOSU Ball to the Single-Leg Lateral Reach to create a great exercise for injury prevention, general strengthening, ankle/knee/hip rehab and performance... View More
Even though it was a ton of work, I have to tell you that being a trainerbecame fun once I had my own training studio. Despite the fact that I madeevery possible mistake in the beginning and put in 70-hour... View More
In the first of a series of exercises to do with a BOSU ball, Brian demonstrates BOSU Ball Split Squat Diagonal Chops, which can be used to improve balance, hip strength/stability, hip flexor extensibility... View More
The house the carpenter builds is only as good as the tools andthe materials with which he has to work. It is vitally importantthat we bring along the right tools in order to be the best trainerand best... View More
When people have questions about supplements, they often turn to fitness professionals to provide answers. The problem is that many trainers are as confused as the consumer by the conflicting, over-hyped... View More
In his latest Functionally Fit, Brian demonstrates Stability Ball T-Spine Rolls, which are intended to thoracic spine mobility and core stability.See 'Related Resources' below for past Functionally Fits... View More
There are so many traps, bad habits and status quo behavior that fitness trainers can fall into that this job can just downright suck at times. It's one of the reasons why career burnout so prevalent.... View More
In the latest edition of Functionally Fit, Brian adds the BOSU to increase the difficulty of the plank. This exercise is designed to improve scapular, hip and core stability, while also improving hip strength.... View More
In his latest Functionally Fit, Brian demonstrates the Trunk-Loaded Anti-Valgus Single Leg Squat, which is designed to improve single leg hip/knee strength and stability.See 'Related Resources' below for... View More
If you're familiar with the training industry, you know some trainers start their own businesses, take off, build stacked client rosters and rapidly grow their business from there. Others don't do quite... View More
In the sixth installment of his TRX Suspension Trainer series, Brian demonstrates the BOSU Suspended Body Saw, which is intended to improve upper body/core strength and shoulder stability.See 'Related... View More
As trainers, we'd much rather spend our time investigating the latest core stabilization exercises than we would drudging our way through the ins and outs of insurance. But those of us who are serious... View More
In the fifth installment of his TRX Suspension Trainer series, Brian demonstrates the Plank Pushup,which is intended to improve upper body/corestrength and stability in the trunk and shoulders.See 'Related... View More
In the fifth installment of his TRX Suspension Trainer series, Brian demonstrates the Plank Pushup,which is intended to improve upper body/corestrength and stability in the trunk and shoulders.See 'Related... View More
If you're an independent personal trainer that's been doing welltraining clients one-on-one, there's still an urge that I'm sure hasbeen calling to you... It's the desire to expand the size of your training... View More
In the fourth installment of his TRX Suspension Trainer series, Brian takes his last exercise, the 45 Degree Mountain Climber, to another level, adding a BOSU to enhance scapular stability and core activation... View More
Water-filled Swiss ball active resistance training as part of a comprehensive program By Jay Dawes and Diane Vives Over the last several years, the use of water-filled implements, such as kegs, logs, bars... View More
Obesity continues to rise in the United States, and fortunately, more and more fitness professionals are playing a vital role in helping fight the obesity epidemic. Data collected in the National Health... View More
Spring has sprung, the sun is out, and sleeves are coming off. This signals a big business opportunity for trainers as there is a large group of women out there suffering from arm angst. Oh sure, we hate... View More
Let's get real: We all know how to breathe since it's something that occurs automatically, spontaneously and naturally, so it seems silly to think that you can be instructed on how to breathe better, but... View More
