The use of electronic devices, gaming, driving, and working sedentary desk jobs is associated with a common postural deviation called upper crossed syndrome. It can be identified by rounded shoulders
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The One Piece of Equipment Every Trainer Needs in their Arsenal
The Versatility of The Kettlebell The kettlebell is a popular piece of exercise equipment that has a long history rooted in strength and conditioning with a renewed increase in popularity within the
How to Stay Fit During the Busy Fall Season
The start of a new school year can be exhilarating and exhausting all at the same time. New routines and fixed schedules can make it increasingly challenging to stay committed to fitness goals. We
Why Become a Professional Personal Trainer
Why you should get certified Currently, the demand for professional trainers have skyrocketed. It makes more sense with the current stats that highlights the increasing number of overweight people in
5 Ways to Keep Kids Active the Last Dog Days of Summer!
Whether you have preteens, teenagers or young kids, keeping them active and entertained during the three months of summer (especially that month of August) is a feat for any parent. The last thing you
Poor Posture? How to Design a Program For Your Clients to Correct Postural Imbalances
It is a common misconception among the general public that core stability and postural integrity simply involve strength and flexibility of the abdominal wall and low back musculature. In actuality,
On The Health Horizon: Wellness Coaching
Fitness trends may come and go over the years (Jazzercise, anyone?), but one thing never goes out of fashion, and that’s setting health and wellness goals. As many of our clients have already learned,
Three types of stretching exercises to improve flexibility
Flexibility - the ability to move a joint through a full, pain-free range of motion - is an important component of health-related fitness. The American College of Sport Medicine recommends that adults
Can A Fitness Tracker Really Help Your Clients Lose Weight?
It’s 2018, and wearable fitness trackers have become more common than watches. They do more, after all, than a simple watch. Many include everything from step counting and heart rate monitoring, to
Increasing Motivation for Exercise Adherence
Exercise program design is only one piece of the puzzle in our roles as fitness professionals. Most people who begin an exercise program quit within the first six months. Lack of time and lack of
Why I Will Never Quit My Personal Training Career
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Hey there, my name’s Matt and I have been a nationally certified personal trainer since 2004. I am extremely passionate about this field, and love to share that
Mind and Movement: How Fitness Can Improve Memory
As fitness professionals, we are well aware of the many benefits exercise provides beyond burning calories. A good exercise program can help your clients meet their goals and feel better all-around,
Talkin’ Heart Health: Updated Blood Pressure Guidelines
As a certified fitness pro, you’re well aware that good heart health is vital to maintaining our overall health and wellness as we age. But did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of
STAYING HEALTHY WHILE TRAVELING
Traveling is one of the biggest obstacles to a regular exercise commitment. Not only does it upset the regular routines we’ve established, but it also means we often find ourselves without gym access
HOLIDAY HEALTHY EATING
We don’t know about you, but kale salad isn’t usually on the menu at our holiday celebrations. From the sugary holiday desserts to the butter-filled family favorites, there’s rarely any healthy food
