When preparing for any personal trainer certification exam, it’s important to bear in mind that there’s both an art and science to test-taking – especially…
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1RM: Calculating a Client’s One-Rep Max
The fitness industry defines muscular strength as the physical ability to generate force against an external load. The 1RM simply represents the maximum amount of…
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Benefits of Single Limb Training
Single limb training is not a new concept, yet it is far more common for people to train bilaterally— think squats, bench press, lat…
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Recognizing and Correcting Gluteal Dysfunction
Gluteal dysfunction can be a common problem among our personal training clients and can lead to a cascade of other kinetic chain issues if not…
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Forearm Extensor Anatomy: Locating the Extensors of the Wrist and Fingers
The extensors of the wrist and fingers are used during planks, when playing tennis, golf and every time a door is opened. Of the dozens…
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Six Soft Skills Every Personal Trainer Needs
All personal trainers must possess a solid foundational knowledge of exercise science, biomechanics, exercise physiology, anatomy, safety, and program design. But what about those less…
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Addressing Rib Injury in Combat Sports
Anyone who engages in combat sport training is bound to get a few bumps and bruises. Rib injury is quite common and personal trainers can…
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The Importance of Internal Hip Rotation and How to Improve It
A body lacking internal hip rotation is like a car with no back wheels. Sure, it might keep going, and even steer, but it’s gonna…
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Rectus Femoris: Understanding and Training the Largest Quad Muscle
Rectus femoris is the most superficial of the four quadriceps muscles, meaning it is located closest to the skin, above the other three The other…
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Metabolic Confusion: Conquering the Carb-Cycling Challenge
Among many of the weight loss approaches that are conceived these days, metabolic confusion has arrived on the scene to provide extra opportunities for personal…
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Understanding Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)
Tensor Fasciae Latae, otherwise known by its abbreviation TFL, is a thin muscle of the hip region located on the thigh just inferior and lateral…
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The Naked Workout: The Raw Truth About Naked Fitness
Calling all exercise fanatics seeking new adventures in intuitive fitness: consider participating in the up-and-coming experience of raw naked movement! Engaging in a naked workout…
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