Techno-Toys Versus Self-Exploration
The recent explosion of lifestyle monitoring gadgetry may prompt people eager to improve their health to expect these devices to make the process easier, more [...]
Should Clients with Exercise Induced Asthma Exercise in the Cold?
If we train our bodies to the point of failure, or just shy of that threshold, we typically find ourselves more than a bit winded. [...]
Chocolate Musings for Valentines Day
The month of February can present a conundrum for health enthusiasts. Here we stand, 5 or 6 weeks into our New Year’s resolutions of exercising [...]
Balance Concerns: Age-Related or Warning Sign?
Lack of balance can be normal or it can be a serious health concern. Knowing the difference is essential for the personal trainer. The ability [...]
Lymphatic System Logistics for Exercise
The lymphatic system is tied to the optimal functioning of almost every aspect of the human body. It plays a role in injury and muscle [...]
The Effects of Peppermint on Performance
The essence of peppermint, whether infused in oils or brewed in tea, has tremendous health benefits. It ranks as a premier choice for individuals seeking [...]
Fun Functional Movement for Young Clients With Limb Weakness
Lower limb weakness can present in young people who are diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy. Regardless of its etiology, lower limb [...]
Celebrating the Holidays With Minimal Sacrifice
Are your clients celebrating mindfully this holiday season? Fortunately, there is time to coach healthy choices even after Thanksgiving passes. Here are some ideas for [...]
Skinny Doesn’t Guarantee Healthy
“Can you help me to lose weight?” is what many females ask when first meeting with a fitness professional. In a world where we are [...]
The Future of Fitness and Healthcare – Which Way to Go?
No longer is fitness the sole domain of aerobics instructors in their 20’s and 30’s, conducting group exercise classes with seemingly boundless energy. What was [...]