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Strength Training, GLP-1s, and Executive Function: A Muscle-Forward Strategy for Mental Performance

Based on recent articles in this series, GLP-1 receptor agonists have emerged as a promising pharmaceutical option for individuals dealing...

Posted September 3rd, 2025

by Tim

Hanway

Tapping Into the Flow State of Exercise and Movement

Imagine getting so caught up in an activity or pursuit that the rest of the world falls away as you perform...

Posted September 3rd, 2025

by Cathleen

Kronemer

27 Tips On Marketing For Personal Trainers

Marketing for personal trainers can be tough at first. But it’s not a difficult industry to market to. Instead, most trainers...

Posted September 2nd, 2025

by Erin

Nitschke

Building a Fitness Community within a Gym

Personal trainers have a bird’s eye view of the fitness floor where they work. They see the same members day in...

Posted August 29th, 2025

by Cathleen

Kronemer

The Copenhagen Plank: Introducing A New Challenge for Adductor Stabilization

Imagine an intense soccer game: lots of running, kicking, and pivoting, all the typical elements of play, happening at top speed....

Posted August 28th, 2025

by Cathleen

Kronemer

Hypertrophy Training: A Guide To Building Lean Body Mass

Hypertrophy training is a workout program focusing on the enlargement of skeletal muscle using high volume (reps and sets) with minimal...

Posted August 27th, 2025

Pillars of Stability: Understanding the Importance of Foot Health

Most of us come into this world with two perfectly healthy feet. We count on these feet to support our bodies...

Posted August 25th, 2025

by Cathleen

Kronemer

The Kyphosis Learning Curve: How to Exercise and What Moves to Avoid

The human spine consists of natural curves, beautifully designed to keep us comfortably upright and maintain proper posture. However, too much...

Posted August 21st, 2025

by Cathleen

Kronemer

Is Apple Cider Vinegar Really Good for You? Evidence, Benefits, and Risks

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is a widely used traditional remedy and wellness product. Made by fermenting crushed apples with yeast and...

Posted August 18th, 2025

by Shay

Vasudeva

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