NFPT Blog May 2020 Favorites
May is almost behind us, as is approximately two months of shelter in place orders that have challenged personal trainers in brand new ways, and [...]
Highlighting HILIT—High-Intensity, Low-Impact Training
As the population of fitness enthusiasts over the age of 50 continues to grow, trends must keep pace with the realities of aging bodies while [...]
How Your Ears and Poor Hearing Affect Balance
A convenient place to tuck stray hair, holders to display chic jewelry, the means of hearing a symphonic orchestra…indeed, our ears serve a multitude of [...]
Preparation Tips for Reopening a Gym
Sometimes gyms close temporarily and a plan to reopen can bring a sense of assurance as well as serve as an opportunity for improvement. During [...]
Nerve Glides: Flossing Away Pain
Often we instruct our clients to help work out muscular tension and pain with static or even dynamic stretching. When this doesn't resolve the issue, [...]
No Gym Equipment? 3 Training Strategies for Fitness Clients
Shelter-in-place orders have forced our clients to train away from their gym that may result in a decline in seeing results, or worse, unwanted weight [...]
Five Tips for Successful Virtual Fitness Coaching
We are all working to adjust to a “new normal” as a result of the novel coronavirus and its widespread impact on all sectors of [...]
Weighted Vests: Dressing For Fitness Success
The notion of wearing a weighted vest might occur to a fitness enthusiast for things like pushups and pullups, but what about for other goals? [...]
Benefits of a Barre Approach to Fitness
If you’re looking for an exercise approach that is easily implemented yet surprisingly challenging, I encourage you to explore adding barre workouts to your arsenal [...]
Eight Cardio Machines for Clients to Try
Whether you’re looking to include a warm-up, cool-down, or incorporate cardio in your training sessions, here’s a quick rundown on cardio machines. Add variety by [...]