
Fitness Journal
– Summer 2023

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2023 Fitness Industry Compensation Trends Report
IDEA and ACSM joined forces to present data on current wages and trends in the fitness industry.
Headlines 
The latest news and research on a variety of health and fitness topics.
Ex Rx: Pickleball: Preventing Injuries and Enhancing Performance
Try this biomechanics-based warmup and dynamic exercise progressions.
Research: Increasing Walking Speed and Step Count for Longevity
Empower clients to walk more and move a little faster.
Food For Thought 
Recent news and research on food and nutrition topics.
Nutrition: 5 Affordable Plant-Based Proteins to Meal Prep
The new research on nutritional value—and tips for ease of use.
Skills & Drills: Water Fitness: Pool Coaching vs. Deck Coaching
Pointers for both deck and pool coaching so you can give your participants the best water fitness experience.
Group EXpertise: Mastering Exercise Modifications
Instructors share their tips for working with different experience levels and providing modifications during class.
Programming Power: Circuit Training Solutions
This workout offers endless options for exercise selection, sequencing and timing for successful circuit training.
Inner IDEA: Using the Summer to Increase Energy and Health
Help clients adopt healthier mental and physical habits while the sun’s shining, and you can set them up for a brighter future.
Editor's Letter: Turning the Page—A New Chapter for IDEA Fitness Journal
Meet an IDEA Team Member: Meet an IDEA Team Member: Madeleine McCormick
Get to know our marketing coordinator.
Fitness Handout: The Facts About HIIT Controversy
Discover answers to three highly debated questions about high-intensity interval training.