“Can you help me to lose weight?” is what many females ask when first meeting with a fitness professional. In a world where we are…
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Author: Cathleen Kronemer
Posts by Cathleen Kronemer:
Celebrating the Holidays With Minimal Sacrifice
Are your clients celebrating mindfully this holiday season? Fortunately, there is time to coach healthy choices even after Thanksgiving passes. Here are some ideas for…
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The Effects of Peppermint on Performance
The essence of peppermint, whether infused in oils or brewed in tea, has tremendous health benefits. It ranks as a premier choice for individuals seeking…
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Lymphatic System Logistics for Exercise
The lymphatic system is tied to the optimal functioning of almost every aspect of the human body. It plays a role in injury and muscle…
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Balance Concerns: Age-Related or Warning Sign?
Lack of balance can be normal or it can be a serious health concern. Knowing the difference is essential for the personal trainer. The ability…
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Chocolate Musings for Valentines Day
The month of February can present a conundrum for health enthusiasts. Here we stand, 5 or 6 weeks into our New Year’s resolutions of exercising…
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Should Clients with Exercise-Induced Asthma Exercise in the Cold?
If we train our bodies to the point of failure, or just shy of that threshold, we typically find ourselves more than a bit winded.…
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Techno-Toys Versus Self-Exploration
The recent explosion of lifestyle monitoring gadgetry may prompt people eager to improve their health to expect these devices to make the process easier, more…
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“Low T”: Not Solely a Male Problem
Women, not just men, can suffer ill effects from depressed testosterone levels, also known as “Low T” syndrome. Gender equality has long been at the…
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Changing Your Mind About Fitness: The Benefits of Meditation on Exercise
Approaching exercise solely from a physical perspective without exploring the benefits of meditation and mindfulness may be leaving out a key element that may surprise…
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Medication and Exercise: Interactions and Implications
Millions of Americans currently take prescribed medications to manage various chronic conditions making it imperative for personal trainers to understand the side effects of medication…
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Training the Diabetic Client
The effects of diabetes may be ameliorated by a well-designed exercise program, giving personal trainers an opportunity to do more for these clients than improving…
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