There are so many great modalities out there for athletes to tap into these days, especially with regard to injury prevention and treatment. Many have…
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Vitamin and Mineral Nutrition: Signs of Deficiency and Toxicity
Vitamins are classified as “micronutrients” are necessary components to basic functions, but are also required in the optimal balance to achieve overall health and wellness.…
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Donovan Stewart–NFPT Personal Trainer Spotlight
One look at Donovan Stewart’s Instagram account and you will be inspired and impressed by his skills, presentation, and breadth of experience. Donovan was raised…
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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…
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De Arte Gymnastics: Research on Fitness From 1569 AD
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…
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Tips from 2020’s Spotlighted Personal Trainers
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…
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Try Something New with Personal Training Clients
“Turning over a new leaf” is a well-known idiom implying change. Change is trying something new and adapting to it. Some refer to this act…
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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…
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Downhill Running: Tame the Force, Perfect the Form
Downhill running demands a huge effort on the actions of eccentric muscle tissue. As a result, such runners often suffer from lower limb muscle damage.…
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Kicking COVID-19 Illness: 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…
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Are the Dietary Guidelines Sugar-Coated?
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently issued fresh guidelines regarding dietary intake. As of the…
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BCAAs: Paradoxical Effect on Metabolism
Can a diet rich in Branched-Chain Amino Acids, or BCAAs, provide benefit or inflict harm with regard to stabilizing insulin levels? If the answer is…
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