Training the Diabetic Client
The effects of diabetes may be ameliorated by a well-designed exercise program, giving personal trainers an opportunity to do more for these clients than improving [...]
Medication and Exercise: Interactions and Implications
Millions of Americans currently take prescribed medications to manage various chronic conditions making it imperative for personal trainers to understand medication side effects and how [...]
Discerning Disordered Eating from Eating Disorders
Encountering a client with disordered eating, which can be distinct from clinical eating disorders, is highly probable at some point in the fitness professional's career. [...]
Are Sports Drinks Necessary for Fitness Clients?
Sports drinks are popular training aides, but they may not be the best form of hydration for general recreational activities. Why do so many individuals [...]
“Low T”: Not Solely a Male Problem
Women, not just men, can suffer ill effects from depressed testosterone levels, also known as “Low T” syndrome. Gender equality has long been at the [...]
Understanding and Training Core Abdominal Muscles
Training core abdominal muscles is sometimes a straightforward goal and other times - injuries and discomfort arise when crunching, planking and rotating the spine. Studying core [...]
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. [...]
Exploring Breathing Muscles and Exercise
There are 18 muscles working when we breathe, including the pecs. More often than not, the diaphragm and transverse abdominus are the main two muscles [...]
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 [...]