Workout Hangover? Blame Training, Not Alcohol
Have clients ever complained of experiencing unusual and daunting exhaustion after several intense sessions at the gym? In addition to a cascade of other physiological [...]
Understanding Respiratory Rate and Exercise
Although heart rate and sweat are seen as measurements of a great workout, another big factor in exercise success is the respiratory response. The more [...]
Harnessing BDNF: How Exercise Can Improve Brain Function
Personal trainers are so much more than fitness coaches. We all know that the effects of exercise are far-reaching when it comes to overall health [...]
Is Your Libido Losing To Your Workouts?
The majority of avid exercisers make the mistake of monitoring muscle soreness when deciding whether their bodies are ready for yet another tough workout. However, [...]
Good News for Runners: It’s Good For Your Knees
The sport of running has always carried with it the stereotype that it might damage one’s knees. New research aims to change that perception, suggesting [...]
Brain Fitness: How Athletics Can Hone Mental Skills
We seldom question the physical benefits that exercise has on our bodies, but the benefits to the brain and higher functioning are not as regularly [...]
Micro-HIIT: Exercise Efficiently On A Time Crunch
Maximizing results in the gym may seem all about how many grueling hours we exercise. However, new research indicates that we can train smarter instead [...]
How Consumption Below BMR Can Undercut Fat Loss and Mass Gains
Restricting calories below metabolic needs might initially sound like a surefire path to weight loss. However, this process often backfires when the body’s protective mechanism [...]
Core Training Versus Core Strengthening: Is There A Difference?
The true foundation of a client's fitness success is that their journey aligns concordantly with their level of fitness and progresses appropriately as they achieve [...]
Creatine Supplementation: Everything You Need to Know
Most fitness enthusiasts who have had their sights set high on muscle growth have certainly heard of creatine if they aren't already taking it. If [...]