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What is your holiday season wellness plan to cope with special events?

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5 Answers | Asked by Susan Gallagher 534 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 523 days ago
Run 20 miles per week or do 50 minutes of cardio a day.
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What type of nutritional coaching do you provide if you are only certified as a personal trainer?

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14 Answers | Asked by Jocelyn Martin 527 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 523 days ago
The biggest thing to remember you are not a dietician. You cannot prescribe a diet, however you can make suggestions. ... read more

Do you or your clients keep a food journal? Why/Why not?

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11 Answers | Asked by Gretchen Eisenberg 646 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 645 days ago
I do, especially if their goal is weight loss. If I don't hold them accountable, they make poor decisions and they have ... read more

How do you stay injury-free as a personal trainer?

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12 Answers | Asked by Sandy Todd Webster 652 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 645 days ago
I pamper my body. I foam roll with every client, I take naps, I do yoga 3-5 times a week, I enjoy long Epsom Salt baths,... read more

What is your favorite spot to run in the Bay Area?

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6 Answers | Asked by Deirdre (Dee Dee) Bundy 662 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 660 days ago
I love the Hopper Hand Run and the Lyon Street Run in San Francisco. Hopper Hands http://www.yelp.com/biz/h... read more

Which lean protein is better if I'm looking to lose weight?

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12 Answers | Asked by Jared Ashlock 714 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 711 days ago
The best lean protein to try is an all natural one; nothing that comes from a can or packet or that is overly processed.... read more

What is the best food/nutrition tracking app for either iPhone or Android phones?

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9 Answers | Asked by Jared Ashlock 714 days ago
Answered by Linda Niazi 711 days ago
I used to use LoseIt and I tried the livestrong App. My favorite is MyFitnessPal. Not only does it have the largest data... read more