Fitness Journal
– Summer 2022
CECs this issue: 4
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Sea Greens: A New Look at an Ancient Staple
Take a deeper dive into seaweeds, sea greens and sea vegetables, including their characteristics, benefits and common uses—along with guidance on how to introduce them while honoring the cultures and peoples that have treasured them for centuries.
Sustainability Practices in Fitness
Promoting a healthier planet while inspiring health in our clients is not only admirable: It’s an increasingly vital part of ensuring a business is sustainable economically. What does that mean for our industry—and how can fit pros “green” their approach?
2022 IDEA World Fitness Awards
Inspiration without limits.
Headlines
The latest news and research on a variety of health and fitness topics.
Research: Training People With Disabilities
Exercise interventions for those with four common disabilities.
Client Success: A Fitness Class School of Thought
How to make all fitness participants feel included and empowered.
Ex Rx: The Power of Exercise for the Autism Community
Discover how to adapt your best practices to help this underserved population find success.
Trainer Entrepreneur: Lessons From Kenyan Runners
An American coach living and coaching in Kenya shares four specific training habits he’s seen turn runners into champions—and helped him build a world-class fitness business.
Food For Thought
Recent news and research on food and nutrition topics.
Group EXpertise: Building Community
Group fitness instructors share their strategies for creating inclusive, welcoming spaces.
Skills & Drills: How to Be a Better Adult Learner
Update your teaching résumé with new skills that keep you relevant.
Programming Power: HIIT Cycling With a Side of Strength
Combine two effective workouts in one efficient class.
Recovery: Tips for Getting Sleep
Scientific answers to common sleep questions.
Career Path: 10 “Exercises” to Build a Better Career
It’s time to make the mental shift from surviving to thriving: Let these sometimes surprising insights on success help you kick your professional life into overdrive!
Fitness Handout: Health Benefits of Standing
Active standing can help you burn more calories and reduce diabetes risk.
Meet an IDEA Team Member: Meet an IDEA Team Member: Steve Roth
Get to know our sales manager.
Editor's Letter: Toward Keeping Our Planet Fit