Health and fitness articles to help personal trainers employ injury prevention and treatment approaches.
The meniscus, also known as the "shock absorber" cartilage of the knee, provides stability and cushioning to the knee joint. It consists of two C-shaped tissues, one on the inner (medial) side and...
Our two feet are, by definition, the terminals of our legs. As much of our quality of life depends on mobility, proactive foot care and "shank's mare" (one's own legs!) fitness is a trainer's prime...
With the new year getting into full swing at gyms across the country, personal trainers may hear from clients who have set their sights on potentially arduous challenges in 2022. Hiking through the...
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscles, a common source of lower back pain, are located on either side of the lumbar spine. While they are situated at the lower back between the pelvis and the lowest...
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...
Clients often present with what they call “tight muscles” which usually means the muscles are short and overactive and need to be lengthened and calmed down. I also frequently get requests to help...
The COVID-19 global pandemic rocked this world and continues to impact us all daily. Many professionals (and businesses) have shifted the format in which they operate. It’s not uncommon to serve...
Pre-hab is becoming more of a fitness buzzword as the worlds of physical therapy and personal training collide. We understand that rehabilitation is the process of returning to a healthy and...
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...
Gait can be a four-letter word with unfortunate consequences if one's stride becomes disorderly or abnormal. Personal trainers who can perform a functional gait assessment will have the advantage of...
