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Recovery in Training: The Essential Ingredient

By Jonathan N. Mike, MS | February 2, 2009 |

Recovery from exercise training is an integral component of the overall training program and is essential for optimal performance and improvement. If rate of
recovery is improved, higher training volumes and intensities are possible without the detrimental effects of overtraining (Bishop, Jones & Woods 2008).

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Concentrate and Connect

By Lawrence Biscontini, MA | February 2, 2009 |

You don’t have to teach a full mind-body class to pass along the benefits of mind-body moves to your participants. The cool-down portion of class—in which you bring down heart rates and core body temperatures—is a perfect time to introduce elements of tai chi and yoga. Participants sometimes have a difficult time making the transition from the work phase of class to this final section, and it can be a challenge to help them rein in their thoughts and concentrate.

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Game On!

By Biray Alsac, MS | February 2, 2009 |

With the commercial successes of Nintendo® Wii™ and Dance, Dance Revolution® video games, the merging of gaming with exercise has proved a winning combination.

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Pilates Workout: The Magic Circle

By PJ O'Clair | February 2, 2009 |

First created and named by Joseph Pilates himself, the “magic circle” remains a versatile and highly effective tool for today’s Pilates practitioners. Space-efficient and transportable, it is an ideal small-equipment option for personal trainers and group instructors alike. By thinking imaginatively, you can use it successfully with any of your clients, from injured Baby Boomers…

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Personal Trainer Certification

By Alexandra Williams, MA | February 1, 2009 |

There is much talk about certification, accreditation and licensure in the fitness industry today. Whatever might be said about this trio of topics, a couple of points can be underscored: they inspire passionate discussion among industry leaders and other professionals alike; and the terms themselves and their word cousins can be very confusing. So confusing,…

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Bend & Stretch

By STOTT PILATES | February 1, 2009 |

footbar position #1, 2 springs, headrest adjusted for individual

STARTING POSITION

Supine, pelvis and spine neutral. Knees flexed, feet in straps, legs laterally rotated and ankles dorsiflexed. Knees just wider than shoulders, heels together and toes apart. Arms long by sides of body, palms down.

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The “Scary Times” Success Manual

By Dan Sullivan | February 1, 2009 |

From time to time, economic and political events make people anxious and fearful about their futures. At Strategic Coach®, our business is helping successful entrepreneurs increase their sense of direction, confidence and capability in all areas of their personal and business lives. In response to many requests from our clients for insight on how to thrive when events seem to be beyond their control, we offer 10 strategies for transforming negativity and unpredictability into opportunities for growth, progress and achievement.

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Your Business and the Economic Slowdown

By Tom Terwilliger | February 1, 2009 |

Just as you’re starting to get a little momentum in your career, a “bigger than usual” obstacle has been placed on your road to success. Thousands of trainers are being challenged by clients who have either cut back or stopped their training sessions altogether as a direct result of the tightening economy.

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Creating a Fitness “Family”

By Kay Cross, MEd | February 1, 2009 |

I have attended clients’ weddings, birthday parties, Christmas parties and baby showers and shared their birthday lunches and dinners. I’ve enjoyed and celebrated life with this special family of people brought together by a common goal of improving health and wellness. In my struggle to create a strong and lasting personal training business over the past 20 years, I have witnessed the growth of a “family” business. Although clients do come and go, they feel part of a family while they are working with me.

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Voicing Your Potential

By Biray Alsac, MS | February 1, 2009 |

Since the first generation of the iPhone was announced in the beginning of 2007, Wikipedia reports that cell-phone usage has evolved significantly (2008). From their interactive interface to their increased functionality, mobile phones have made our communication more dynamic, convenient and immediate.

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