Fitness articles related to health behaviors and psychology as it relates to motivation, sports psychology and other factors affecting wellness.
The COVID-19 pandemic hit our world and industry with an unexpected force. As a result, most businesses/jobs found ways to work remotely as social distancing became the go-to recommendation. Schools...
Using a sleep journal re-connects a person to their habits and can make a difference in one week. If your clients ever mention a rough night of sleep, that’s your cue to investigate this otherwise undercover aspect of health by using a sleep journal.
When we first meet with a client, it is standard practice of effective personal trainers to have goal-setting exploratory discussions; you can't know where to lead your client if you have no idea...
Trainers must be aware of, and address both the hero and villain aspects of post-exercise inflammation, which we refer to as exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD). Among several points to be mindful...
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.” ~ Helen Keller Unlike lean muscle mass and a sculpted body, traditional yoga is...
Simple daily goals eventually form long-term lifestyle change. Setting them is a cognizant decision that’s repeated to instill habit. Starting small allows success to flourish in the bigger picture....
Could there be a positive side to procrastination? Generally, the answer is expected to be "no", given that procrastination is generally thought of as poor practice. However, if you change your...
Knowing how ready to change a potential client who walks through your club doors is can save personal trainers time and energy, and also help guide new clients in an effective manner. Sometimes, as...
Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a form of active relaxation, perfect for athletes and personal training clients alike who desire a concrete path into mindfulness and/or purposeful movement....
As personal trainers and fitness instructors we manage risk all day. Designing workouts that deliver results, while keeping clients safe. Leading classes while managing different fitness levels....
