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Exercise can exhibit noticeable effects on muscle tissue, of course, but it can also affect the body’s main supporting structures – the bones.

When personal trainers hear the term “eating disorders”, extreme caloric restriction, or anorexia, might come to mind before binge eating. As such, it may be…

Rest, often the most overlooked component of any successful fitness endeavor, actually ranks highly in importance, regardless of one’s chosen sport.  Dedicated athletes typically prefer…

There seem to be conflicting opinions about what’s most important to grow muscles: the intake of protein or total calories. Personal trainers should know that…

Sooner or later, either you or your clients may require major foot surgery. That’s why it is important to know what foot surgery can involve and what post-operative exercises can be used.

Might your personal training clients be exhibiting behaviors aligned with orthorexia? We love to see our personal training clients thriving and prioritizing their health and…

By Cathleen Kronemer, NSCA-CPT, Certified Health Coach To quote those dynamic, quirky, yet somehow unforgettable Spice Girls, “Oh, tell me what you want, what you…

Entering the fitness industry can be both exciting and rewarding, but there are a few things I wish I’d known beforehand. The main thing is…

Clear, prudent, and relevant communication skills provide clients with the tools needed to overcome adversity, break through a plateau, and feel comfortable turning in a…

Discovering that Olympic lifting isn’t only for Olympic competitors or elite athletes is important for well-rounded personal trainers. This category of power training can be…

April Pattee is co-owner of the National Federation of Professional Trainers with her sister Angie Pattengale, author of the Director’s Corner. April wrote the following…

Evidence-based scientific guidelines suggest that exercise ranks as an ideal non-pharmaceutical strategy in the prevention/management of chronic diseases. Despite these well-documented benefits, 33% of adults…