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Yoga Nidra
Did you know that September is Pain Awareness Month? You might want to consider yoga nidra as an option to manage pain.
Read MoreOnline Training and the Post-Pandemic Fitness Landscape
Personal trainers and gym owners have made rapid adjustments to the “new normal,” including adaptations to training and client interactions.
Read MoreHow to Design Successful Group Exercise Classes
Teaching group exercise classes is one of the most challenging skills in the fitness industry. Whether teaching in a club, studio or outdoors, you need to be prepared for anything. The goal is to reduce the number of challenges in running classes and to provide a great experience to keep members coming back. Common Challenges…
Read MoreTry a Workout at the Park
With summer long days, it’s great to try a workout at the park. The only “equipment” you’ll need is whatever’s available at your local park!
Read MoreHelp Prevent Negative Effects of Aging
Are you interested in offering a more holistic approach to your clients’ wellness? That’s where MELT comes in as a prime offering to both retain members and create a new offering more appealing to older adults.
Read MoreWater Walking Works
Len Kravitz, PhD, professor of exercise science, shares two studies that support the decision to add water walking to your fitness routine.
Read MoreBone Health is Vital!
Exercising and ensuring adequate levels of calcium and vitamin D intake can help improve bone health and prevent bone loss.
Read MoreUltimate Adventure To Longevity in Fitness & Movement
Have you ever wished you could reconnect your mind and body? Many of us feel out of sync with ourselves. We want to feel better, but we don’t know how to begin. What if you could learn a simple self-care routine that would help you reduce pain, prevent injury, and improve your overall health? You…
Read MoreWhy Plant-Based Foods Are the Hot New Dietary Trend of 2022
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed the plant-based food revolution at the grocery store. Sales of plant-based food doubled in 2020, and it seems like the numbers will only go up in 2022. But what’s driving this new plant-based food boom? That’s what we’re here to look at. Here are 4…
Read More4 Steps to Uncover Your Purpose
How do you define your purpose? Lee Jordan, MS, NBC-HWC, and Beth Jordan, RYT 500 describe four action steps below.
Read MoreMeet a Team Member: Jordan Leeds
It takes grit, resilience and hard work to reach big goals—a truth IDEA team member Jordan Leeds knows all about.
Read MoreIDEA Member Spotlight: Winter 2022
Meet three IDEA members who truly shine: Melanie Bibens, Lynn Anderson, PhD, and Andres Calderon.
Read MoreEducating Clients: What Approaches Are Best?
How are you educating clients or members on the myriad of health benefits of physical activity?
Read MoreThe Low-Down on Fasting and Meal Timing
Which is better: eating multiple small meals or fasting for 16 hours a day? Understand the science of meal timing to make decisions easier.
Read More5 Organizations Supporting Black Health and Wellness
In continued celebration of Black History Month, we are sharing a few organizations that advocate for Black health, wellness and representation.
Read MoreWill FDA Guidelines Reduce Sodium Intake?
To help reduce sodium intake by 12% over the next 2 1/2 years, the FDA has released new guidelines for restaurants and food manufacturers.
Read MoreDo Certain Carbs Cause Overweight and Obesity?
Researchers reckon that overweight and obesity are caused by hormonal changes from eating refined carbohydrates and sugar-added foods.
Read More10 Tips to Cut Calories
Len Kravitz, PhD, program coordinator and professor of exercise science, offers tips to cut calories with small changes and substitutions.
Read MorePlant-Powered Proteins: Considerations for the Athlete
Soy protein has been shown to be just as effective over the long-term at improving lean mass as whey protein.
Read MoreGet a Grip on Your Strength
The TRX Bandit is a universal-fit, ergonomic handle that attaches to one or more strength bands to improve comfort, control and performance.
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