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Happy 25th Anniversary NFPT!
Wow, 25 years have flown by us! It’s hard to believe how much time has passed since the inception of NFPT. But I’m pretty sure…
READ MOREIHRSA 2013 Kicks Off
IHRSA’s 32nd Annual International Convention & Trade Show has kicked off and is on its way! For those of you who may be in the…
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What’s the Big Deal about Protein?
It’s common for many people to question why dietary protein is so important when it comes to physical training. To begin, it’s important that they understand why dietary protein is so important for everyday living.
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Protein Needs of the Older Adult
There are approximately 650 skeletal muscles in the human body, and they all need protein to thrive and function. Older adults have some special considerations in this regard.
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Protein Needs of the Older Adult, Pt. 2
As a person ages, body fat rises and muscle mass decreases. Maintaining or increasing muscle mass to combat age related sarcopenia is paramount to healthy aging.
READ MOREArnold Classic Celebrates 25th
The Arnold Classic, one of if not the most prestigious titles in professional bodybuilding, will celebrate its 25th Anniversary this weekend. Held in Columbus, Ohio,…
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Eat (and Drink) to Win!
An important part of preparing for an athletic competition is fueling up. What and when an athlete eats and drinks impacts both performance during an event and proper recovery afterward.
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Thank You For Serving
It is usually only on special days of the year that we intentionally thank the men and women of the United States Military. Today is…
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Personal Trainers Celebrating October Anniversaries
Join us in congratulating our NFPT Certified Personal Trainers who are celebrating 10 and 15 years as members of the NFPT family. We salute your…
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NFPT, Changing the Face of Men’s Health With Mustaches
The wind is biting. Pumpkins are caving in on themselves. The first frost is on your windshield. It is this time of year that we…
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Taking Nature’s Route to Getting “Pumped” with NO
We’re all familiar with that guy in the gym–the one who spends as much time posing and admiring his physique in the mirror as he does lifting weights. He knows that the “pump” he achieves while training is ephemeral, merely a function of temporarily increased blood flow, and not the instant addition of true muscle mass.
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