One of the best aspects of getting certified through the NFPT (National Federation of Professional Trainers) is the free continuing education credits that are available…
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Which is Better: Isolated or Functional Exercise? Part 2 of 2
In Part One, I talked about Functional Exercise. Click Here if you need to catch up. Now, it’s time to explore Isolated Exercise. The leg…
READ MORERecognizing Reliability
Saint Louis in proud of many things: the Gateway Arch, toasted ravioli, Provel cheese, and especially the highly acclaimed Washington University School of Medicine. So…
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Which is Better: Isolated or Functional Exercise? Part 1 of 2
You’ve got 600 muscles in your body and learn about 100 of them when getting personal training certified. Which ones do you remember? Biceps, Hamstrings,…
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Happy Memorial Day from NFPT!
Today should be a time of remembrance of the sacrifices the few have made for the many. Here at NFPT, we’d like to remember and honor…
READ MORETraining for Health or the ‘Love of the Game’ and HIIT
The purpose of this article is threefold, (1) to help you recognize the reason that you exercise, whether it is for your health or the…
READ MORETwo for the (Healthier) Road
The decision to get into better shape is often a highly personal one. But according to the results of a new study, people tend to…
READ MOREPreventing Back Muscle Imbalances
Most people have felt pain or stiffness in the lower back at some point. Many know the feeling of tension and tightness in the neck and…
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Overuse Injuries vs. Traumatic Injuries
An athlete may suffer injuries that are caused by either acute trauma or overuse. Let’s discuss the difference between overuse injuries and traumatic injuries and…
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FREE CECs–Trainer CE Refresher Course
NFPT is very excited to bring you another way to earn free CECs! NFPT’s Trainer CE Refresher Course is a way for you, as an NFPT…
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Strength Training for a Healthier You!
Strength training is an important part of any exercise program. Strength training refers to strengthening and conditioning the overall body in terms of muscular balance.…
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Anxiety Management: Coping Strategies to Benefit Overall Health
“You cannot change the wind, but you can adjust your sails.” In today’s fast-paced and often overscheduled world, stress of various kinds seems to be…
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