A person’s basal metabolic rate (BMR) and resting metabolic rate (RMR) represent the total amount of energy the body consumes while at rest or asleep. One of the main purposes for determining these rates with respect to fitness is to help calculate a person’s basic caloric needs each day.
READ MOREOne of my favorite quotes, especially now that I am in my early 50’s, goes something like this: “Growing old is mandatory; growing up, however, is optional”. With today’s Baby Boomers comprising nearly 20% of the American population, we need to recognize their presence in a variety of arenas, including the paradigm of wellness and self-care.
READ MOREDespite its widespread benefits, engagement in physical activities or exercise remains scarce, primarily reported a result of a ‘lack of time’. How can personal trainers…
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READ MOREConcussion awareness and education are crucial for saving the life of clients who may not even be aware they have suffered one. A concussion can…
READ MORECorporate wellness offers enormous opportunities for certified personal trainers and health coaches….and the opportunities are not boilerplate. Each business has a different culture with diverse…
READ MORELet’s first start off by defining exactly what it means for the body to be alkaline. Alkalinity is based on the acidity or pH balance…
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READ MOREThe COVID-19 pandemic hit our world and industry with an unexpected force. As a result, most businesses/jobs found ways to work remotely as social distancing…
READ MOREBuilds your clients’ training programs according to their individual needs and goals with the NFPT client screening and assessment process
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