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The air can be filled with respiratory irritants, from man-made pollution to pollen and mold spores that lead to sneezing and wheezing year round. But…

It is an important time for fitness professionals. This is your month. Take advantage of this great opportunity to encourage physical activity and empower Americans…

Obesity and lack of exercise are often mentioned in the same breath as likely reasons for a shortened lifespan. But according to a new study…

Exercise is a great way to boost energy – unless, you don’t have the energy or motivation to exercise in the first place. Elevate the…

What is easy to do, is also easy not to do. Most people know that fitness is important and are eager to strengthen their body…

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…

Everyone knows working with family has its ups and downs. For me, it’s been a positive experience or I wouldn’t be here. I love the…

Both scientific and anecdotal evidence consistently indicates that more active individuals tend to experience greater longevity and a reduced risk of coronary heart disease, stroke,…

Back (barbell) squats are a great progression because they build leg and hip strength, promote full body mobility and stability, increase core strength, and burn…

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…

Your job is to encourage clients to live healthier lives through fitness and nutrition. And, that should extend beyond the gym. Fitness is a lifestyle—it’s full time. Not just a one-hour session, three times a week. While you can’t be with your clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you can give them the tools they need to stay active and healthy when you aren’t around.

Bike week is one of those tools you can give your clients. Since they are coming to you, it means they already have an interest in physical fitness. So, it shouldn’t be a huge challenge to encourage them to try something new. Although, don’t be surprised if you’re met with some resistance.

The journey of behavior change is a nonlinear process and clients progress and regress through several stages as they grapple with adopting new lifestyle behaviors…