Despite its widespread benefits, engagement in physical activities or exercise remains scarce, primarily reported a result of a ‘lack of time’. How can personal trainers…
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Category: Certified Personal Trainers
Train Clients for Their Genetics
In the world of fitness, most of us professionals have figured out that there really isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to personal training. Our clients have…
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The Epsom Salt Soak: Healing or Hype?
After a particularly strenuous workout, individuals often seek relief in a hot bath infused with Epsom salts. While the effectiveness of such a soak remains…
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New Moms New to Exercise
Having a baby will completely change a person’s life. New moms have so much to adjust to: lack of sleep, a body traumatized by pregnancy…
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Health Messaging and Exercise Guidelines: What are the recommendations?
When you think of a typical personal training client, who comes to mind? Is it the hardcore, three-days-a-week with you/two-on-her-own HIIT warrior? Or is it…
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The Way We Eat: The Economics of Food
Food and nutrition is not only a major spotlight of the fitness industry, it’s a hot topic in local government, politics, healthcare, environmental science, and…
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Exercise Order Selection: Strength Vs Cardio for Fat Loss
The quarantine fifteen has opened Pandora’s proverbial lose weight quick box; at least that’s what social media would have you think. Inquiries about exercise selection…
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Casey Phipps–NFPT Personal Trainer Spotlight
Meet Casey Phipps, a self-identified Florida boy who’s recently relocated to Denver. Having grown up in a family of athletes and the son of a…
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Qiqong: May the Life Force Be with You
Tai Chi, the well-known and widely-practiced exercise hailing from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a great introduction to its lesser-known, ancient cousin, Qigong (Pronounced, chee-gung).…
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Eugen Sandow: Fitness Pioneer You’ve Never Heard Of
Eugen Sandow (1867-1925), was a Russian born entertainer, strongman, fitness professional, and bodybuilder. At a time when physical fitness technique, nutrition, and physique were not…
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What’s the Deal with Diet Culture?
Discussions on race, rights, the election, the COVID-19 pandemic, and unemployment aren’t the only headlines sweeping social media feeds globally this year. Loud are the…
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November: The Perfect Month to Help Clients
November is a month when the seasonal changes become obvious. Leaves change color and fall as the weather begins to cool. For those who celebrate…
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