Addressing The Woes After Bodybuilding Shows
Coming down from the high of competition is a challenge in and of itself. If you or your clients are training for a show, here’s what to consider for the post-show period. After a long day of posing, dehydrating, and nibbling on little more than rice cakes with almond butter, hearing your name called […]
Breathing New Life Into Clients With COPD
When a client has trouble breathing because of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), it changes the approach to physical fitness. Armed with the physiology of respiratory dysfunction, personal trainers can safely compile a workout regimen that respects the client’s unique challenges while still enabling him to reach his goals. For individuals living with COPD or chronic […]
Skinny Doesn’t Guarantee Healthy
“Can you help me to lose weight?” is what many females ask when first meeting with a fitness professional. In a world where we are constantly barraged by images of beautiful and rail-thin supermodels, it’s no wonder that so many women aspire to reach unrealistic goals in terms of appearance. However, in doing so, many […]
Celebrating the Holidays With Minimal Sacrifice
Are your clients celebrating mindfully this holiday season? Fortunately, there is time to coach healthy choices even after Thanksgiving passes. Here are some ideas for you to help guide them to that mission. Holidays = Treat Time? While this truly is a magical season for so many of us, it also tends to be fraught […]
The Effects of Peppermint on Performance
The essence of peppermint, whether infused in oils or brewed in tea, has tremendous health benefits. It ranks as a premier choice for individuals seeking to boost athletic performance. What exactly are the effects of peppermint on performance and is it worth recommending to personal training clients? Scientists have outlined the top benefits of peppermint […]
Lymphatic System Logistics for Exercise
The lymphatic system is tied to the optimal functioning of almost every aspect of the human body. It plays a role in injury and muscle soreness. It has a function for tissue regeneration, mental concentration, fluid regulation and warrants significant attention in the cancer population. Knowing how this system functions and the implications for exercise […]
Balance Concerns: Age-Related or Warning Sign?
Lack of balance can be normal or it can be a serious health concern. Knowing the difference is essential for the personal trainer. The ability to control and maintain the body’s position, whether moving or remaining still, is integral to the overall quality of life. Fortunately, clients often come to us seeking improvements in balance […]
Chocolate Musings for Valentines Day
The month of February can present a conundrum for health enthusiasts. Here we stand, 5 or 6 weeks into our New Year’s resolutions of exercising more, sleeping well and eating clean… Then, what smacks us in the face mid-month? Valentine’s Day! Why the Chocolate Craze? Try as I might, I have never figured out how […]
Should Clients with Exercise-Induced Asthma Exercise in the Cold?
If we train our bodies to the point of failure, or just shy of that threshold, we typically find ourselves more than a bit winded. The feeling can be exhilarating! However, for clients with exercise-induced asthma, such a scenario tells a different story. Making The Distinction About 13% of our country’s population suffers with exercise-induced […]
Techno-Toys Versus Self-Exploration
The recent explosion of lifestyle monitoring gadgetry may prompt people eager to improve their health to expect these devices to make the process easier, more enjoyable, and even more productive. There are tools that can track our diets, our active calories, sleep patterns, heart rates, fat-burning zones, and successful post-workout recovery. Personal trainers can easily […]