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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…

Although Rectus Abdominus (RA) muscles are sought for aesthetic and athletic appeal, they do not reign supreme when it comes to core stability and strength.…

In Part One, I talked about Functional Exercise.  Click Here if you need to catch up. Now, it’s time to explore Isolated Exercise.  The leg…

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.

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…

The concept of exercise during pregnancy has come a long way since it was recommended that pregnant women avoid physical activity. Today, exercise is recommended throughout pregnancy as a way to keep in shape both physically and emotionally.

As health and fitness professionals, we spend a significant amount of time studying and discussing metabolism. To our clients, this simply means how many calories…

An important first step in setting a goal is selecting the goal we hope to achieve. You have likely heard the old adage be careful…

Accumulating evidence suggests that any athletically-inclined individual can benefit from a shift of energy metabolism toward the utilization of ketone bodies. However, the good news…

Amino acids may form the foundation of all proteins; however, only a select few hold the potential to lower blood pressure. Read on to learn…