Tackling Fall Time Change and Sleep Habits

Clock time is changed by one hour, twice a year in 70 countries and most of the states in the U.S. By turning the clocks back one hour in the fall, we get more light in the morning, but less in the evening. Some people love it, others hate it. Many people enjoy the fall […]

The Five Senses and How They Affect a Sleep Routine

Bedtime routines are as powerful for sleep as morning workouts are for waking up, and the role of our five senses as human beings can be leveraged for better sleep. Inertia builds after a busy day and can be tough to budge. Transitioning from one mode to another can feel more natural when we lean […]

Sleep Temperature Considerations for the Best Sleep: 4 Easy Tips

Addressing sleep hygiene falls under the umbrella of a personal trainer’s coaching, making the environment for ideal sleep temperature an easy and obvious place to start. Core body temperature (CBT) is a key component and cue for sleep, alongside light exposure. Under ideal sleep conditions, light decreases until it is absent in the evening, the […]

Sleeping In: The Do’s and Don’t’s

Ah, sleeping in, the ultimate luxury. Laying in bed, no alarm, getting as much rest as the body wants. Nowhere to be. It’s the unspoken staple of vacations, time-off, and for many of our personal training clients, weekends. Yet, sleeping in too long can lead to feelings of grogginess and trouble going to bed the […]

Sleep Coach

UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT OF A SOUND SLEEP AND HOW TO GET BETTER SLEEP

You will receive a NFPT Sleep Coach certificate when taking and passing this course test. Then, relay your knowledge to help yourself and others feel and live better with sounder sleep.

You are about to discover what you need to know to help people get more sleep and feel energized from sleep. Most people know that sleep is healthy and many people want to sleep more, but struggle to get the rest they desire.

It can be challenging to fit sleep in to a busy life. Some people think they are sleeping enough, yet drag themselves out of bed and through the day, with a reliance on caffeine and sugar. A cycle develops.

Sleep and circadian rhythm science hold the answers to sleep problems, topics we are fascinated with!

When asleep, your mind and body communicate at a level not possible when awake because most outside stimuli is removed. Incredible.

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Sleep: Not to Be Taken Lightly

As a species, humans spend about a third of their lives sleeping. That might not be surprising, considering that sleep allows the body to recover from the activities of the two thirds spent awake.

Recovery Lounges Can Propel Clients to Greater Gains

Today’s personal training clients seek more than just well-equipped workout spaces. Recovery has evolved into a nonnegotiable aspect of modern fitness regimens. It drives performance gains, extends athletic longevity, and enhances overall well-being. Recognizing the importance of recovery in an overall wellness program has prompted a surge of “recovery lounges” in clubs across the country. […]

The Japanese Art of Interval Walking Training

Many of today’s fitness-focused social media platforms are talking about a new trend called Japanese Walking. This exercise method boasts broad appeal due to its relative simplicity and high success rates. This article discusses the origins and specifics of this popular sport, and we will delve into the health benefits associated with regular participation. Walking […]

The Most Dangerous Thing About Aging Isn’t Weakness—It’s Slowing Down

Over the past several decades, the fitness industry has spent an enormous amount of time talking about strength. And to be clear, strength absolutely matters. Strength supports bone density, metabolic health, movement quality, injury resilience, and overall physical capacity across the lifespan. But I increasingly believe we may have overlooked something equally important, if not […]

Elevating Yoga Poses into a Walking Workout

Trying to quiet the mind these days can often prove challenging. Some individuals clear their heads by taking a walk in nature. Others prefer the solitary mindfulness of a yoga class experience. This article explores the new fitness trend of walking yoga, blending the two and elevating the strengths of each. Taking Mindful Steps Walking […]