Banking Micro-nutrients for Performance
CPTs can apply general knowledge of clients’ nutritional requirements and changing diets to capably support their muscular performance. [...]
Magnesium and Physical Performance
Magnesium, zinc, and chromium are mineral elements required in modest amounts to maintain health and optimize physiologic function. For very active persons, such as personal [...]
When Can Clients Expect to See Results
Clients want to see a noticeable difference from training. That is the whole purpose, right? Sweat sessions and sore muscles must account for something significant. [...]
Kicking COVID-19 Illness: Tips on How to Handle and Recover from SARS-CoV-2
As the majority of Americans are at risk of coming in contact with COVID-19 we all may ask ourselves, “How will my body respond if [...]
Molecular Magic: Behind-the-Scenes Benefits of Exercise
Clients often inquire about the value of a short workout when schedules and commitments must take precedence over their usual training session. After finding out [...]
Trying Something New in 2021
A new year is upon us, so why not embrace the "new" part and try something new?Turning over a new leaf is a well-known idiom [...]
Tips from 2020’s NFPT Personal Trainer Spotlights
There are few people who savor these last few days of 2020; most of us are ready to go blazing into 2021 like we're trying [...]
De Arte Gymnastics: Research on Fitness From 1569AD
Research and Education Are Important in Fitness Continuing education is a big part of our careers as fitness professionals. New research and information is a [...]
Things Great Personal Trainers Do
The fitness industry is dynamic and ever-growing and full of different types of fitness professionals – all of whom have a unique perspective and philosophy [...]
The Deep Squat: The Healthier Way To Rest
A seated position, that familiar 90-degree angles in which we spend hours –driving, doing computer work, watching television --places undue stress on lower body muscles. [...]