In the realm of Muscle-Centric Medicine (MCM), nutrition holds significant importance. As we've previously discussed in this series, skeletal muscle is essential not only for movement but also...
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The Power of Routine: Helping Clients Stay Focused and Resilient
Routines represent more than just a series of repetitive actions in which we engage on a daily basis. They form the backbone of a balanced and productive existence. By incorporating routines into...

Getting to the “Sole” of the Debate: Squatting With or Without Shoes
A majority of fitness centers across the country require members to wear closed-toed athletic shoes when lifting weights and engaging in other aerobic-type endeavors. Whether a matter of safety...

Biohacking Offers a Pathway to Achieving Personal Goals
Biohacking, an emerging term and trend these days, refers to incremental shifts we can make in order to “hit the reset button” on both body and lifestyle. Biohacking involves making small, strategic...

New Year Resolutions ~Using Behavioral Psychology to Boost Client Adherence and Motivation
Decades of research on what defines success in terms of adherence to a medication schedule revealed a multitude of factors. This same social-behavioral science research can apply to individuals who...

Discerning Disordered Eating from Eating Disorders
It’s not uncommon for fitness professionals to encounter clients struggling with disordered eating at some point in their careers. While distinct from clinical eating disorders, behaviors like...

Can Technology Replace Humans? Pro’s, Cons and Ethics in the Fitness Industry
As we discussed in a recent article, the advent of fitness-related wearable technology seems to have exploded. Taking this a step further, some tech companies have devised ways of tapping into the...

Understanding Diet Basics to Cut Clients’ Confusion, Part One
Personal trainers should know the basics of the most typical diets to guardrail their clients and know when to refer to a registered dietician. Introduction If you’re confused about the different...

Resistance Training for Longevity: Programming for Diverse Client Populations
Resistance training lies at the heart of long-term health and vitality, as emphasized throughout the Muscle-Centric Medicine (MCM) series. From building metabolic resilience to enhancing physical...

The Future of Fitness: Eyes Open to Emerging Trends and Technologies
We all recall the images and stories surrounding fitness pioneer Jack LaLanne. In his day, staying fit focused almost solely upon movement, muscle mass and clean nutrition. While these remain...