Nutrition is an intimidating topic to broach with clients. It’s not because the topic is difficult for fitness pros to master or communicate effectively. The…
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Why Clients Choose a Particular Gym
Everyone has a reason for choosing one gym over all the others available. Some of the reasons are widespread, while other reasons are based on highly individualized…
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Debrae Barensfeld – Personal Trainer Spotlight
Debrae is a member of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition with her Personal Training business, she is also the owner of Nitroforce…
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Fitness Groups To Boom Your 2017
The start of the year gives many the urge to drop the holiday weight and start getting in shape. As a personal trainer, you can…
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Baby Onboard: Modifying Exercises For Effective Prenatal Workouts
Over the last 5 decades, theories on pregnancy and activity have come a long way. When our moms were expecting, the prevailing notion was to stay off of one’s feet and get as much rest as possible. Today’s women are remaining much more active further into their pregnancies than ever before. Still, there always remains a lingering thought as to just how safe this practice might be for the developing fetus.
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Helping Your Personal Training Clients with Will Power
As a Certified Personal Trainer people will often say to you that they don’t have enough will power to reach their fitness goal. Their belief…
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Tracking Mileage for Personal Trainer Tax Deductions
An hour or two of time the tax tips below can earn you an extra $500-$3,000 this year. Don’t let the small task of tracking mileage cost…
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Are Your Clients Overextending During The Holidays?
“Lights, Camera…Action!” No, the scene is not some famous Hollywood design set, ready for the close-up. Your client is simply on the front lawn of…
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2017 Fitness Industry Trends
It’s that time of year again. No, not for sweet potato pie and turkey with gravy. It’s time to look at fitness industry trends for…
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Self Accountability? There’s an App for That!
The holiday season is in its prime, which translates into two things: greater access to unhealthy food choices, and lower activity levels. This busy time of year…
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The Unique Considerations of Ice Hockey Training Programming
Winter is here and it’s hockey season! Hockey is a fast paced and exciting game that is unlike any other major sport because it requires…
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Kids On The Move…And Into The Gym
Not too long ago, a team of scientists from the University of North Texas presented some fascinating data at the American Psychological Association’s 122nd Annual…
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