One of the most fundamental movements of human beings is the squat. It’s a prominent position in baseball for the catcher. In foreign countries, it can be the resting position, or used as the proper...
Exercise Programming
Exercise programming articles to give personal trainers ideas and inspiration for training their clients.
Intensity: The Most Important Part of a Fitness Routine
In my humble opinion, intensity is the most important aspect of a fitness routine. It is what separates an average workout from a great workout. When you harness intensity you can take it to the...
Cross-Training to Improve Fitness and Decrease Injury
All too often people want to do only one type of exercise. Runners increase their running mileage. Cyclists bike outside and in spin class. Yoga enthusiasts practice different types of yoga. Body...
Training Considerations and Programming for Older Adults
According to the US Census Bureau, between 2010 and 2050, the United States is projected to experience rapid growth in its elderly population. Many want and need dedicated trainers who understand the aging process and proper injury prevention.
Exercises To Get You Ready For Black Friday
Thanksgiving is the time of year when families get together, share in giant meals, and we are reminded of all the things that we are to be thankful for. Oh, and really great shopping deals! After we...
If the Shoe Fits, Wear It–or Don’t: Transitioning to Barefoot Running
Most avid runners will describe their chosen sport as liberating, challenging, a great way to commune with nature and, most of all, simplistic in its equipment requirements. One can just don a pair of high-quality running shoes and hit the open road. Or might it be even easier than that? In recent years, a debate has begun to surface regarding the most optimal choice of footwear when running.