Adapting Personal Training Styles for Clients with Special Needs
Creating an effective exercise routine for any client who falls into the category of “special populations” requires an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges and needs of each group. Clients living with any physical/developmental challenge have twice the...
Health
Pre-Workout Kitchen Science: Homemade Alternatives for Exercise Energy
In a previous article, we presented varying viewpoints on the necessity of...
Pre-Workout Checklist: Is Supplementation Necessary?
As the name would imply, pre-workout supplements claim to boost energy levels,...
Exercise Science
Fueling the Exercise Engines: Energy Systems Explained
The human body derives energy from food in order to fuel exercise movement as...
Menstrual Cycle Considerations for the Personal Trainer
Do you really need to train women based on their menstrual cycle phase?...
Building Sustainable Revenue: Turning Muscle-Centric Medicine into a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
In today’s fitness landscape, where trends often eclipse substance, personal trainers face the...
Overuse Injuries vs. Traumatic Injuries
In the realm of athletic performance, injuries are an unfortunate yet common occurrence. These...
Designing Effective Home Exercise Programs: A Guide for Personal Trainers
As a certified personal trainer, working with clients in their homes presents unique opportunities...
Balancing the Body: Integrating Mobility Training into Every Routine
Mobility training can be an overlooked component of fitness programs. While strength, endurance,...
Pre-Workout Kitchen Science: Homemade Alternatives for Exercise Energy
In a previous article, we presented varying viewpoints on the necessity of pre-workout...
Training Clients with Plantar Fasciopathy-Related Pain
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot injury that affects the heel and is worsened by weight-bearing...
Reframing Health and Fitness: Why Muscle Matters for Your Clients and Your Business
In the ongoing evolution of the health and fitness industry, few frameworks have been as impactful...
Pre-Workout Checklist: Is Supplementation Necessary?
As the name would imply, pre-workout supplements claim to boost energy levels, improve strength...
Carbohydrate and Protein Timing and Intake for Performance
Carbs and protein are critical for resistance training, endurance training, and recovery. This is...
Embracing The Skin You’re In: Eating and Training for Body Types
Each individual arrives at the gym with his own unique somatotype, or body shape. Optimizing...
Thinking of Branching Out? Learn About BCAA Supplementation
In September of 2024, we presented an article highlighting the pro’s and cons of creatine use for...
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Physical Exercise and Stress Affect the Gut
In recent years, the concept of the “gut-brain axis” has gained widespread attention, especially...
