Health and fitness articles for personal trainers rooted in exercise science, biology, anatomy, physiology, health psychology
Image Options: 109497998 174949772 194667969 43951860 180638554 We require a stable sense of balance to successfully execute every movement of daily life, from standing to walking, cycling to raking...
In today’s fitness landscape, where trends often eclipse substance, personal trainers face the challenge of balancing scientific rigor with client satisfaction. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon’s Muscle-Centric...
As the name would imply, pre-workout supplements claim to boost energy levels, improve strength and endurance, and increase focus prior to engaging in a tough workout. Some supplements market...
Each individual arrives at the gym with his own unique somatotype, or body shape. Optimizing training and nutritional intake to match genetic physical predisposition can help our clients progress...
In September of 2024, we presented an article highlighting the pro’s and cons of creatine use for serious bodybuilders. This month, we continue our series on sports supplementation with a detailed...
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of daily life, affecting both mental and physical well-being. The quest for effective stress-reduction techniques has led to the...
Women’s bodies respond to stress, hormones, and exercise differently than men’s due to unique hormonal cycles and physiological responses. Understanding these differences is crucial for optimizing...
In the United States alone, 3 million individuals have survived breast cancer; experts predict this number will increase by another million survivors within the next ten years. Healthy lifestyle...
After receiving any nationally-recognized Personal Trainer Certification, most burgeoning fitness professionals feel prepared to take on the world…or at least their very first client. Seasoned...
The kinetic chain concept in fitness, based largely upon mechanical engineering principles introduced in 1875 by German engineer Franz Reuleaux, describes the interconnectivity of the body's joints...
