by Ryan Halvorson
According to a recent study, younger individuals who regularly participate in religious activity may be at risk for becoming overweight. The findings, presented in March at the American Heart Association conference in Atlanta, included data collected from 32,433 individuals aged 20–32. The individuals were followed for 18 years. Upon analyzing the data, researchers discovered that those who attended at least one “religious” event per week appeared to be more overweight or obese in their later years than those who did not.
by Bruce Burke
For small businesses, supporting local charities is the right thing to do, and it is smart business. In addition to creating goodwill and nurturing your reputation in the community, a marketing benefit—such as increased brand awareness—can often result from your support.
by Mary Bratcher, MA
This article provides fitness professionals with practical ways to approach common business obstacles using a coaching strategy called “gap analysis.” A gap analysis helps people identify where they currently are in a situation, where they ultimately would like to be and what steps they must take in order to bridge the gap. Here’s how a gap analysis can help you avoid career burnout and remain motivated in your job.
by Buffy Owens
The Feldenkrais Method of somatic education, created by Moshe Feldenkrais, offers a holistic approach to human development and motor function improvement through the medium of movement and sensation. It is based on the premise that through personal experience we develop habitual patterns of physical and psychological behavior—movement and thought—to ensure our personal, biological and social comfort. Over time these patterns become deeply embedded in our neurological systems and can become "blocks" to new ways of thinking, feeling and moving (Feldenkrais 1949).newsletter_teaser: The Feldenkrais Method of somatic education, created by Moshe Feldenkrais, offers a holistic approach to human development and motor function improvement through the medium of movement and sensation. It is based on the premise that through personal experience we develop habitual patterns of physical and psychological behavior—movement and thought—to ensure our personal, biological and social comfort. Over time these patterns become deeply embedded in our neurological systems and can become "blocks" to new ways of thinking, feeling and moving (Feldenkrais 1949).
by Shirley Archer, JD, MA
The military excels at creating trained combat professionals who stand out in their ability to protect American interests. The military’s challenge lies in helping soldiers transition back from battlefields and into families and neighborhoods, a challenge made more difficult if soldiers have served several tours of duty. While warfare and medical technological improvements result in fewer physical casualties, more of our returning troops are experiencing mental health issues.newsletter_teaser: The military excels at creating trained combat professionals who stand out in their ability to protect American interests. The military’s challenge lies in helping soldiers transition back from battlefields and into families and neighborhoods, a challenge made more difficult if soldiers have served several tours of duty. While warfare and medical technological improvements result in fewer physical casualties, more of our returning troops are experiencing mental health issues.
by Shirley Archer, JD, MA
What mind-body classes or workshops are you or your facility offering to your clients to encourage development of the mind-body-spirit connection for improved overall wellness? In your marketing, are you emphasizing primarily the physical benefits, or do you promote the overall benefits? For example, are you offering yoga, Pilates, tai chi or qigong classes geared for stress reduction, mental fitness and/or health improvement? If yes, what has been the response?Share your examples with editor Sandy Todd Webster, swebster@ideafit.com.
by Mary Bratcher, MA
This column provides trainers with practical ways to approach common business obstacles using a coaching strategy called “gap analysis.” A gap analysis helps people identify where they currently are in a situation, where they ultimately would like to be and what steps they must take in order to bridge the gap. Here’s how a gap analysis can help you avoid career burnout and remain motivated in your job.
Starting Point: Burning the Candle at Both Ends
by Jacque Dunegan, PHD
My goal as a fitness professional has always been to educate. When I first started personal training I had bosses who told me, “Don’t teach your clients anything—keep them dependent on you for ideas and they will keep coming back!” I believed the opposite to be true, and it was not long before I started my own business.
