Braving the Cold: Safety Considerations for Winter Hikers
By mid- to late-winter, many individuals find themselves tired of “nesting at home” and ready to abandon the coziness of indoors. While a brisk hike in the cold, fresh air may seem instantly appealing, experts advise getting prepared for winter’s precarious weather conditions before donning the boots and parkas. In this article, we share some […]
Herbal Flu Remedies: Are Elderberry and Zinc Too Good to be True?
At this time of year, colds and influenza cases strike many households. Each year, approximately 5 to 20 % of Americans will contract the flu. Although most will recover without incident, flu-related complications typically lead to at least 200,000 hospitalizations and between 12,000 and 60,000 deaths each year. The use of homeopathic products has gained […]
Helping Fitness Clients Prepare for Ski Season
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 donning those skis and parkas and heading to the mountains, the body needs adequate preparation to perform seamlessly on a long downhill run. The nature of the sport places significant […]
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 air this time of year…and the frenzied time crunch to fit in all the shopping and party-hopping! Important self-care this month involves making time to squeeze in regular workouts. Here […]
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 of which can thrive in an average backyard garden or greenhouse. In this article, we present options that go beyond the usual soy/seitan/textured vegetable protein sources and introduce some less […]
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 of self-efficacy, the belief in one’s capacity to perform actions that will help one achieve one’s desired results. Self-efficacy profoundly impacts the success of a coach or personal trainer, as it […]
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 in the human body. Questions and misconceptions often swirl around these two entities, particularly in regard to how they influence one another. Efficacy and long-term safety also cause concern for […]
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 fitness brand combines the professional’s methodology, experience, and expertise into a comprehensive identity/plan that resonates with a specific target audience, tapping into their deepest motivations and emotions. In this article, […]
Methylene Blue 1% Solution: Does It Live Up to the Hype?
Fitness-related applications for pharmaceutical-grade products seem to pop up with increasing frequency. Methylene Blue has caused quite a stir, touted as the “next best thing” on the never-ending list of exercise supplements. In this article, we present the medical applications of Methylene Blue as well as its evolution into a popular cognitive booster and energy […]
Nitrates and Beetroot Juice: Keys to Exercise Performance Advantage
In recent years, nitrates have enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity, promising game-changing performance enhancement for athletes and fitness enthusiasts looking to gain a competitive edge. By increasing nitric oxide production in the body, nitrates facilitate the relaxation and dilation of blood vessels, allowing for improved blood flow and oxygen delivery to the muscles. This […]