The COVID-19 pandemic hit our world and industry with an unexpected force. As a result, most businesses/jobs found ways to work remotely as social distancing…
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Inversions for Fitness Clients
Inversions are a way to see the exercise world from a different angle, quite literally. Instead of being upright standing or sitting, or even supine…
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The Dark Side of Food and Fitness Tracking
Tracking steps, physical activity, food consumption, and water intake offers a great self-monitoring approach. Fortunately, there are multiple fitness tracking devices and free apps on…
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Beat the Heat! How the Body Handles High Temps
As heatwaves sweep across the US, marking the start of summer, I was kindly reminded by the 110+ degree weather outside (In SEATTLE, WA) that…
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Bring on the Tension: Understanding Leverage vs. Compression Movements
Throughout any given day, our muscles perform both big and little movements which help shape our mobility. Tension always plays a role, but tension can…
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Foot Pain: Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendinitis Commonalities
Two of the most common injuries to the foot or heel are plantar fasciitis and achilles tendinitis. These two overuse injuries have even more in…
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Forward Head Posture: Neck Considerations for Older Clients
In fitness, we not only cater to clients with postural dysfunction but we begin to notice it more in those we encounter in everyday life.…
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Developing Martial Arts Skills
Personal trainers may encounter a vast array of clients with even more varied backgrounds and skillsets. At some point, a martial art practitioner may solicit…
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Top Five Agility Drills for Soccer Players
Soccer is a game that is heavily reliant on the ability to change positions quickly and efficiently. Since the game is not a unidirectional sport,…
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Exercise Equipment Servicing Checklist: Cleaning and Maintenance
Investing in exercise equipment is an investment in our business as personal trainers. If home equipment is cared for properly, it can last a decade…
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Hormones and Fitness: How Sex Hormones Influence Exercise
The relationship between hormones and fitness is complex and oft-ignored which may impact personal training client motivation and performance. Understanding it may help break through…
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Personal Training Client Nutrition: 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Did you know that the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) are updated by the USDA every five years? These guidelines coupled with an intimate understanding…
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