June 2015

A Runner’s World

There's plenty of proof that people love to go the distance.

Stretching For Men

The Transformative Power of a Single Good Choice

Jonathan Ross encourages clients to turn every goal into a series of small, achievable, easily measurable actions.

Creative Ideas That Inspire

These innovative classes blend fun techniques to keep members excited about fitness.

Sample Class: Step R.I.S.E (Reinvented Interval Step Experience)

Mix up the basics and create a challenging yet user-friendly class.

Safe Stabilization

Teach core exercises that are appropriate for people who have osteoporosis.

Pregnant Instructor FAQs

What's safe to do in the studio when you're expecting?

“How do you handle the situation if one of your trainers isn’t meeting your expectations?”

Taking a Tech Break

Is it time for a digital detox?

How to Be an Empathetic Personal Trainer

Relying on intuition can often provide more insight than physical assessments and checklists.

Treadmill Performance and Mortality Link

Obesity and Cancer Risk Among Women

How to Become a Better Negotiator

Buddies Help Boost Activity Levels

Cut TV Time, Cut Kids’ Blood Pressure Problems

Low Intensity vs. High Intensity: Which Is Best for Obese Adults?

Older Runners: Beware of Switching to Barefoot

The Reason Your Clients Don’t Achieve Their Goals

RECIPE FOR HEALTH: Picadillo-Stuffed Jalapeños

Rice-Cooking Technique Cuts Calorie Absorption in Half

Ask the RD

Mind Diet Can Cut Risk of Alzheimer’s

Appetizers

FODMAP Diet: A GPS for GI Distress?

Question of the Month

Food Focus: Move Over, Rooster! Harissa Could Unseat Sriracha as Spicy Favorite

Mindfulness is the Best Sweetener

Reciprocal Superset Training Burns More Calories

Study presents options for time-pressed clients.

Supercheap Superfoods: Optimal Nutrition on a Shoestring Budget

Low-income clients deserve a chance to enjoy power-packed meals. Here's how to help them out.

Tips for Working With Older Caregivers

Flexibility and understanding are the watchwords for fitness professionals.

Eight Principles of Behavior Modification

Let go of the need to be an “expert.” Truly listen to clients and help them create small miracles in their lives.

Mental Toughness Techniques for Peak Performance

Whatever their skill level, your clients and class participants will benefit from these powerful training tools.