Qiqong: May the Life Force Be with You

Tai Chi, the well-known and widely-practiced exercise hailing from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a great introduction to its lesser-known, ancient cousin, Qigong (Pronounced, chee-gung). Learn about the benefits this mindful discipline can offer for balanced overall health. Elevating Mindfulness as an Art Form Many researchers having already delved into the benefits of Tai Chi […]

Infrared Saunas: Benefits and Considerations

Infrared saunas promise a laundry list of benefits — from weight loss and improved circulation to pain relief and shedding of bodily toxins. Do the claims stand up to science? Read on! Infrared Insight Unlike traditional saunas, infrared heat directly warms the user’s body, not merely the surrounding air space. This advantage comes from the lamps’ […]

Unique Venues for Trainers to Pursue

Personal training, already a booming industry, expects to witness a growth spurt of 13% in the next 5-10 years. While the majority of trainers, both full-time and part-time, have traditionally sought employment in gyms or fitness centers, if not opening their own spaces, many experienced professionals have expanded their horizons to embrace opportunities in diverse […]

Menopause and Exercise: Training the Change

Menopause is the time frame following a year-long cessation of a woman’s menstrual cycle. Perimenopause, not nearly as easy to recognize, refers to the few years leading up to menopause, when the female body begins to experience hormonal flux and accompanying symptoms. Helping to navigate this stage with appropriate exercise can make a significant difference […]

Reaching the Summit with Climbing Training

With some sports-specific training for rugged climbing, trainers can help ensure their clients ascend greater heights. Learn which body parts to prioritize, and the best exercise choices, and send your clients to the top by programming climbing training. Lofty Goals I always loved climbing trees as a child. In fact, when given the opportunity, I […]

The Deep Squat: The Healthier Way to Rest

A seated position, that familiar 90-degree angles in which we spend hours –driving, doing computer work, watching television –places undue stress on lower body muscles. The deep squat, an old-school resting position, (aka, ass-to-grass) is a flat-footed squat that today has become somewhat neglected, but can easily make its way into daily posturing while improving […]

Cinnamon: More Than Just a Flavor to Savor

Cinnamon tops the list of most widely consumed spices the world over. It gained popularity not only for the rich, aromatic flavor it adds to all manner of recipes but also for its potential to mitigate an abundance of health issues. Professionals seem encouraged, so perhaps this is a spice worth recommending to our personal […]

Molecular Magic: Behind-the-Scenes Benefits of Exercise

Clients often inquire about the value of a short workout when schedules and commitments must take precedence over their usual training session. After finding out the individual’s goals, I like to underscore the importance of doing something, however briefly, is always better than sitting on the couch doing nothing. I may also provide the common […]

Downhill Running: Tame the Force, Perfect the Form

Downhill running demands a huge effort on the actions of eccentric muscle tissue. As a result, such runners often suffer from lower limb muscle damage. Prolonged exposure to downhill training as a runner’s sole workout can result in injury as well as overall performance. While personal trainers always advocate varying one’s training protocol to prevent […]

Are the Dietary Guidelines Sugar-Coated?

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently issued fresh guidelines regarding dietary intake. As of the end of December 2020, however, the individuals charged with such decisions had rejected a scientific advisory group’s advice to the American public, urging a reduction in sugar and alcohol intake […]