The arrival of winter’s first snowfall officially heralds the beginning of ski season, sending thrills of anticipation through avid fans of the slopes. However, before…
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Why Learning the Science of Behavior Change Can Give Your Training an Edge
In fitness and wellness, there is often a noticeable gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. Behavioral scientists refer to this as the say-do gap. Most…
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Winter Workouts for Fitness Clients
The month of December comes laden with holiday excitement. Whether families come together to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, everyone feels the magic in the…
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Green Nutrition: Plant-based Protein
As more and more nutrition experts extoll the virtues of plant-based meal plans, many weight-training athletes find themselves searching for adequate sources of protein, many…
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Empowering Fitness Clients Towards Self-Efficacy and Resilience
Coaching plays a key role in guiding individuals on their journeys towards personal and professional growth. At the epicenter of this process lies the concept…
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Health and Fitness Benefits of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient and powerful antioxidant widely recognized for its role in supporting immunity, promoting healthy skin, and its benefits on health…
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The Creatine/Creatinine Conundrum: Are Kidneys At Risk?
Creatine and creatinine, similar-sounding terms that frequently appear in discussions about sports nutrition, muscle function, and medical diagnostics, actually represent two distinct compounds that play vastly different roles…
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The Mirror vs. The Lab Report: Rethinking Transformation Photos in a GLP-1 World
In the age of semaglutide selfies and Ozempic “after” photos, personal trainers are facing a growing challenge: helping clients redefine the concept of transformation. It’s…
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Integrating Personal Trainers into Multidisciplinary GLP-1 Care Models
As the fitness industry continues to evolve, personal trainers are increasingly becoming more than just exercise professionals; they are becoming essential members of multidisciplinary healthcare…
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Tracking Progress Beyond the Scale: New Metrics for GLP-1 Clients
In the era of GLP-1 medications, it’s easy to fall into the trap of celebrating every pound lost. But if you’re a personal trainer working…
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Online Personal Training: What You Need To Know
The popularity of online personal training is growing, leaving some confusion about it in its wake. Here, we’ll define the role of an online personal…
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Fitness Marketing: Building a Personal Brand that Resonates Today’s Clients
The concept of fitness branding involves defining and communicating what makes a personal trainer or coach’s approach to health and movement distinctive and unique. A…
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