It is known that exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. The findings demonstrate that "one of the most simple, natural and cheapest ways of...
Exercising to Reduce Stroke Risk
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Special Populations
Articles that span issues or concepts related to special populations such as youth, elderly, or those suffering with specific conditions.
November is American Diabetes Month
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that happens to people everywhere, all year round. But November is a time when several health advocacy organizations aim to draw attention to the seriousness of the...
Exercise & the Senior Client
Clients ages 50 and over are sometimes treated with "kid gloves". Training should be prescribed on an individual basis, of course, but barring contraindications, there are many types of exercise...
Training Overweight Children
Health professionals and others have expressed a concern at the rising rates of obesity in all segments of the population, including adolescent and children. In less than 30 years, the obesity rate...
Women and Weight Training
Women and weight training is something that isn't usually observed. Many women are afraid to lift weights because they are worried that they will get too bulky and look masculine. Only 16.5% of...
Can Cancer Patients Improve Their Quality of Life with Fitness?
For many years, medical experts have known that regular exercise can decrease the risk of cancer. But what if you have already received a cancer diagnosis? Recent research indicates that regular...
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.
The Benefits of Exercise for Breast Cancer Patients
“Mrs. Doe, I’m sorry to inform you that your tests have revealed the presence of a malignancy…” These are probably among the most powerful and frightening words any woman can hear from her doctor.
Strength Training for Children and Adolescents
Many parents focus on helping their child reach their full academic potential, with tutoring, homework, and structure. Children have an athletic potential as well that is often overlooked, or taught that team sports alone will help them reach it. While I don’t discount the importance of learning teamwork, team sports alone will not help a child reach that potential. If they excel at a sport or sports, getting them involved early in strength and conditioning training can mean the difference between playing at the varsity level, possible college scholarship, or reaching the dream of professional sports.
Family Fitness and National Kids to Parks Day
On May 19, 40 states will be participating in National Kids to Parks Day by hosting special events. The 2nd Annual celebration has a simple, yet life changing mission – "to remind adults to take a...
