Autism refers to the complexity of neurobiological development disorders. Affecting 1% of the population within this continent, many experts consider it among the most serious of all mental health...
Health Behaviors and Psychology
Fitness articles related to health behaviors and psychology as it relates to motivation, sports psychology and other factors affecting wellness.
4 Ways to Interrupt Coronasomnia
The COVID virus itself can cause insomnia during an active fever and coughing period but should resolve in a few weeks. Insomnia caused by concerns around the pandemic itself is a different issue...
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...
Promoting a Growth Mindset: Helping Fitness Clients Achieve and Succeed
Most trainers have encountered a client who outwardly appeared to have all the ability and desire needed to achieve their personal goals and aspirations, yet didn’t live up to the expected level....
Four Sleep Travel Tips
Vacation and sleep seem to be a perfect pair. Except when noisy hotels and time zone changes get in the way of rest and relaxation. It is possible to sleep well when traveling. Just share these...
Soda Addiction: How to Break the Cycle
When working with clients, personal trainers are likely to come up against lifestyle habits that need to change, one of which is very problematic and difficult to quit: Soft drink consumption. Those...
Men’s Health and Cycling: Is There a Higher Risk of Infertility?
Mountain biking and competitive cycling, among the world’s most popular modes of exercise, carry the potential risk of male infertility and other risks to men's health. Learn about the challenges,...
Melatonin: Hormone or Supplement
Melatonin is both a hormone found in the body and a supplement that can be taken orally. The human body produces melatonin deep inside the brain and there are ways to support its production and...
Should Eating Disorder Treatment Include Exercise?
Despite the fact that exercise may improve a range of biopsychosocial outcomes in patients with eating disorders (ED), exercise does not figure prominently, if at all, as a currently established...
The Up and Downsides of Social Media
Oh, social media, how I love and despise you in equal measure. Social media provides just as many benefits as it does barriers or downsides. Let's take a closer look at them both. Social Media...