Seasonal Affective Disorder: How Personal Trainers Can Help Clients See the Light
For those of us who are winter sports enthusiasts, the onset of colder weather signals the beginning of snow-related fun. Yet for others, the shorter days and colder temperatures trigger a cascade of symptoms that are anything but pleasant. Feelings of depression, anxiety, and moodiness are symptoms commonly associated with what scientists have termed Seasonal Affective Disorder, or quite aptly, SAD.
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As of June 30, 2018, SuperTracker fulfilled its mission. According to the...
Elimination Diet for Food Allergy or Intolerance
If your client is struggling to get results even though they are reliable,...
Exercise Science
Grip Strength: The New Biomarker of Longevity and Quality of Life
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How Able is the Cable? Understanding Pulley Systems and Resistance
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Incomplete rehabilitation in athletes, as well as the general fitness population, has led to an...
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The recovery from breast cancer often involves reconstructive surgery that can impact muscles and...
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Coaching Fitness Clients Toward Behavior Change
The process of changing human behavior is challenging and complex given that it is an ongoing,...
Five Ways to Embrace Fall Fitness with Clients
Fall. The crisp air, nature’s changing color palette, the crunch of the fallen leaves – everything...
The Best Podcasts for Fitness Professionals
In recent years I’ve dubbed myself the “forever-a-student,” because learning new things has always...
Understanding Erector Spinae: Nail the Intermediate Intrinsic Muscles of the Back
Understanding the attachments and function of the erector spinae group can help shed light on some...
Understanding the Spinotransversales: The Superficial Intrinsic Muscles of the Back
The intrinsic muscles of the back control the vertabral column, i.e., the spine, and are situated...
Success in Cerebral Palsy Strength Training: CP Means “Continual Progress”
For many able-bodied clients, the goal of strength training is simply to improve appearance and...
Psychological Skills Training for Personal Trainers
Psychological Skills Training or (PST) refers to a steady practice of sharpening mindset or mental...
How To Combat Decision Fatigue Using Simple Criteria
How many times during a day, week, month, or year, do you make decisions for your fitness...