As a personal trainer, your clients look to you for advice on their overall health. This goes beyond exercise routines and may certainly dive into…
READ MORE
NFPT Blog A free health and fitness resource for personal trainers
Best Exercises for Lymphedema
Exercise can benefit cancer patients who suffer from the treatment side effect, lymphedema which in short is a collection of fluid. The lymphatic system relies…
READ MORE
Your Clients Need Power Training
After the age of 30, we start losing up to 10% of our strength every decade thereafter; even worse we’re losing nearly three times that…
READ MORE
Catch a Wave With Aqua Cycling
Cyclists are taking to the water! Aqua cycling, the new fitness “wave”, creates a workout that offers both high-intensity cardio and strengthening. Learn how pedaling…
READ MORE
What Are Trigger Points?
There exists as a ubiquitous part of the human condition a vicious cycle of myofascial pain and compensation that is self-perpetuating and inescapable, and quite…
READ MORE
Why is it Called a Dumbbell? (and Other Fitness Terms You’ve Always Wondered About)
Push-ups, Sit-ups, and Box Jumps are all aptly named exercises. The name describes exactly what they are. But what about fan favorites like Burpees, Bulgarian…
READ MORE
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Fitness
Like many personal trainers, sometimes I question how impactful my contributions are for the clients I serve. Insights include moments of confidence and pride mixed…
READ MORE
Inclusivity and Accessibility in the Fitness Center
Disability, a topic often deftly sidestepped within the confines of a fitness center, deserves our attention. As personal trainers or gym owners, we have the…
READ MORE
Acupuncture and Athletes
As a fit pro, I’m always looking for options my clients can use to keep them in great health in order to reach their fitness…
READ MORE
What is Metabolic Age?
As health and fitness professionals, we spend a significant amount of time studying and discussing metabolism. To our clients, this simply means how many calories…
READ MORE
Portion Perception: Distortion and Reality
Portion control is an effective practice when performed habitually to manage weight and regulate caloric consumption. Fitness professionals commonly recommend this behavior change to their…
READ MORE
Group Training Versus One-on-One
Do you only train one-on-one or do you also offer small group training sessions? Here are a few pros and cons to consider when deciding…
READ MORE