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The Murph Challenge is a tough workout with lots of possibilities. Right now it’s popular in the fitness community, but it’s not something for the…

I never thought much about closing my eyes while working out. The only times I had done it was in a few yoga classes when…

It’s no surprise that training clients online has seen a rapid increase over the past few years! Every year ACSM releases the top 20 fitness…

The rectus abdominis (RA) is known as the “six-pack” muscle. Most people know where the RA is but not everyone understands the intricacies of this…

Having a baby will completely change a person’s life. New moms have so much to adjust to: lack of sleep, a body traumatized by pregnancy…

Social Support is a major factor for adapting fitness habits successfully.  It can make or break long-term commitment. Positive social support means you have people in your…

Clients usually want to keep up with exercise in between training sessions. While no equipment is required to get a good workout, having a few…

Although both swimming practices and competitions take place in aquatic environs, dryland training can provide substantial benefits for dedicated swimmers. Resistance exercises can aid in…

Lower limb weakness can present in children and young people who are diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy. Regardless of its etiology,…

Baked goods, cocktails, creamy appetizers and chocolates are coming to a party near you… The holidays are approaching, whether you like it or not.  Halloween, Thanksgiving,…

Circuits, combos, and complexes, known as “the 3 C’s of metabolic training”, can be easily integrated into clients’ traditional workout programs. Learn more about these…

There are 168 hours in a week. If we’re lucky we might see a personal training client for 3 hours a week (but let’s be…