Thyroid dysfunction can significantly affect one’s ability to engage in physical activity. Personal trainers who work with a variety of clients may encounter individuals living…
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Category: Special Populations
The Path to Longevity: Healthy Aging and Functionality Through Strength Training
Over the past few years, our fitness industry — and strength training in particular–– has undergone a powerful shift in priorities. Once the sole bailiwick of…
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The Kyphosis Learning Curve: How to Exercise and What Moves to Avoid
The human spine consists of natural curves, beautifully designed to keep us comfortably upright and maintain proper posture. However, too much curvature can lead to…
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Working with Chronically Ill Fitness Clients
Coaching clients with chronic illnesses requires more than simply writing fitness programs or offering health coaching. It requires a level of dedication that encompasses compassion,…
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Designing an Adaptive Program for a Client with Multiple Sclerosis
I currently intern in the Fitness department of the YMCA in Dublin, Ireland while studying for my personal training certification. I had an opportunity recently to take part in the development of a program for a client with very unique needs due to a serious, degenerative, illness: Multiple Sclerosis.
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Training an ACL Reconstruction Fitness Client: What Personal Trainers Should Know
Many sports, such as soccer, basketball and football involve jumping, cutting and pivoting maneuvers. These motions place stress and demands on the ligaments that support the knee. One of the most common injured ligaments is the anterior cruciate ligament(ACL).
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Clients with Arthritis: Effective Personal Training Strategies and Exercise Approaches
In this installment, we will review each type of arthritis and discuss effective training strategies and exercises that can benefit those afflicted as well as exercises that are to be avoided.
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Strength Training for Children and Adolescents
Many parents focus on helping their child reach their full academic potential, with tutoring, homework, and structure. Children have an athletic potential as well that is often overlooked, or taught that team sports alone will help them reach it. While I don’t discount the importance of learning teamwork, team sports alone will not help a child reach that potential. If they excel at a sport or sports, getting them involved early in strength and conditioning training can mean the difference between playing at the varsity level, possible college scholarship, or reaching the dream of professional sports.
The Benefits of Exercise for Breast Cancer Patients
“Mrs. Doe, I’m sorry to inform you that your tests have revealed the presence of a malignancy…” These are probably among the most powerful and frightening words any woman can hear from her doctor.
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Training Considerations and Programming for Older Adults
According to the US Census Bureau, between 2010 and 2050, the United States is projected to experience rapid growth in its elderly population. Many want and need dedicated trainers who understand the aging process and proper injury prevention.
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Multiple Sclerosis and Fitness: Helping a Client Progress from Multi-Symptom to MegaStar
Within the parameters of Personal Training, there exists a multitude of specialties in which one can become certified. Trainers often choose to specialize in sports-specific athletic coaching, prenatal exercise, competitive bodybuilding preparation, and even youth fitness.
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Family Fitness and National Kids to Parks Day
On May 19, 40 states will be participating in National Kids to Parks Day by hosting special events. The 2nd Annual celebration has a simple,…
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