Squats are not one-size-fits-all when it comes to creating the apple bottom clients are vying for. Each position has a purpose that goes beyond simply…
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Category: Exercise Programming
Squat Foot Position: Is there a right way?
Personal trainers may have questions on how to direct their clients with optimal squat foot position, and with good cause: the kinetic chain starts at…
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The Path of Least Training Resistance
Even when attempting to build strength and push one’s limits some people look for the easiest way to reach their goals. This isn’t really the…
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Feldenkrais – A Contemporary Mind-Body Technique
Feldenkrais is one of many popular forms of mind-body exercise that could supplement your fitness training methods. Mind-body exercise techniques continue to shake-up the health…
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Coaching the Hinge vs. the Squat
Personal trainers are generally adept at recognizing the value of different movements on the body, especially the hinge vs. the squat. Understanding that lower body…
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5 Creative Warm Up Ideas for Working Out
There is more to warming-up than just preparing the physical body to exercise. The mind benefits greatly from the way you choose to transition your…
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Training Women to Be Strong
Many women, when given the choice, prefer cardio over weightlifting. This past year has been eye-opening for me as I’ve introduced more strength training techniques to…
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Flexibility Training – 5 Benefits Beyond Better ROM
The full benefits of flexibility training transcend positive physiological outcomes and aren’t physiologically or fitness related. Engaging in regular flexibility exercises has been shown to…
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Strength Training for Endurance Performance
Despite years of research showing the benefits of strength training for endurance performance, it’s challenging to convince a client to take precious training time to…
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Condition New Clients Before Creating an Exercise Program
Regardless of the type of person, conditioning a new client is essential for assessing their fitness level and potential. Only then can I construct an exercise…
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Muscular Strength and Endurance Programming for Women
Introducing women to the world of strength training in an approachable way has been my mission as of late. Swapping isolated movements for compound movements;…
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Get Clients Results – Go Back to the Basics
Going back to the basics with your training can improve your client’s results. Strong foundations are essential for fitness. Especially when working with beginners, keep…
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