Exercise may feel difficult or even scary for individuals with cardiovascular and respiratory disease or problems. As personal trainers, you may have questions about how frequently a client with such a condition must exercise and what precautions you should consider....
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Varicose Veins: How the Vein Strain Can Happen To Anyone
Even the fittest athletes can develop varicose veins. So, if your clients complain about them, they’re certainly not alone. Nor are these veins an indication of their sessions not working. Varicose veins can affect anyone, and what’s more, they can negatively affect...
Three Kettlebell Swing Variations You Should Try
When it comes to kettlebell training the most popular exercise has got to be the 2 handed kettlebell swing. There are plenty of different variations in technique for the two-handed swing. However, once your clients master this movement, what other kettlebell...
The Nocebo Effect
We've all heard of the placebo effect, but how familiar are you with the nocebo effect? The placebo effect is a common term that we come across in studies done to test the response of patients to an experimental condition, like a new drug or treatment. These studies...
What Trainers Need to Know About Weight Loss Procedures
At some point, you will encounter a client who has either undergone a weight loss procedure or wants your opinion about getting one. Not all weight loss procedures are the same. Some methods work well for certain body conditions, while others may not. You may have...
John Barnes Myofascial Release Approach: A Gentle, Effective Manual Therapy
If you haven’t heard about John Barnes Myofascial Release Approach, you and your personal training clients are really missing out. Myofascial release (MFR) is a type of manual therapy that is especially beneficial for post-workout recovery and relieving pain. MFR...
Do’s and Don’ts When Working with Pregnant Clients
Despite being in a crucial stage, pregnant women don’t get enough guidance when it comes to their fitness and nutrition. A study on the nutrition and exercise behaviors of pregnant women revealed that they often feel overwhelmed and confused in following these health...
Hula Hoop Workout Routine for Beginners
Step aside, dumbbells, there’s a new kid on the block. Hula hoops might look like toys, but they can be incorporated into an effective workout routine that your body and mind will thank you for. Weighted hula hoops are perfect for toning the body and regulating a...
How to Start a Fitness Podcast
Podcasts are one of the quickest growing opportunities for fitness professionals to share their knowledge and expertise. Over 50% of Americans report listening to podcasts, and this number continues to grow1 . How can you start a podcast and start taking advantage of...
Reiki for Exercise and Injury
Reiki, a form of energy work performed by a certified practitioner, may be much more versatile than most of us think. It can be applied to many areas where promoting healing and rejuvenation are required, such as emotional and even physical injury. Surprisingly, Reiki...
Essential Leg Exercises for Basketball Players
Thoughtful leg conditioning can provide basketball players with greater strength and coordination in today’s highly competitive sports world. Consider that the lower body’s gluteus maximus is the human body’s largest muscle. The optimal leg exercises may help players...
Five Tips for Gym Owner Success
In 2020, the US fitness industry revenue dropped by a whopping 58%. This is one of the primary reasons why every entrepreneurial personal trainer should follow the following five tips for fitness studio or gym owner success. For most gym owners, the pandemic forced...
Exercise to Boost Fertility
One topic revolving around fertility that deserves our attention, especially as fitness professionals, is exercise: Is it recommended to work out while trying to get pregnant? Can exercise actually improve the chances of conception? A meta-analysis published in 2019...
Developing Martial Arts Skills
Personal trainers may encounter a vast array of clients with even more varied backgrounds and skillsets. At some point, a martial art practitioner may solicit you for guidance to either prevent injury or improve strength for their chosen sport. Combat sports require...
Tips for Combining Strength and Cycling
Combining two seemingly different workouts may appear daunting to some fitness clients at first glance, but for cyclists who want to go beyond speed, strength workouts can help them up your game. Strength workouts are a necessary compliment to cycling, as it helps...
Consequences of Sugar Overconsumption
In today’s world of on-the-go, fast-paced lifestyles, convenience has come to play an important role in the lives of many Americans, including many of the clients you may work with and their diet choices. This means they consume more processed foods than nutrient-rich...
How CBD Interacts with Pre-Workout Supplements
Workout supplements aim to improve endurance, enhance exercise efficiency, and help to quickly achieve athletic performance goals(1). Some of the ingredients used in these supplements are caffeine, protein, creatine, and amino acids(2). Meanwhile, research suggests...
Seven Jump Rope Tricks to Step Up Your Game
From little girls in the schoolyard to big, burly boxers, jump rope is a universally popular and accessible mode form of exercise. As a personal trainer, it’s a great one to introduce into workout sessions, too. Jumping rope is a full-body workout that can condition...