Mind-Body / Recovery
How to Become a Life Coach in 2025
If you’re like a lot of successful personal trainers, you know from years of working with clients that even the best fitness evaluations and strength, cardio and weight management programs aren’t always enough. The problem–life gets in the way. From my own experience as a personal trainer, regardless of how great my programming was, it had zero value if my clients had adherence issues. Many of the hundreds I’ve helped over the years followed a plan for a while and then went back to their old self-sabotaging ways.
The State of the Fitness Job Market in 2025
The fitness industry in 2025 is thriving, fueled by consumer demand for health, wellness, and hybrid lifestyle solutions. From boutique studios to full-scale health clubs, opportunities span traditional exercise instruction,…
Fueling Your Mind to Fuel Your Body
In the world of fitness and performance, we often focus on fueling our bodies. But what about our brains? As science continues to uncover the profound connection between nutrition and…
Everyone is Talking about Creatine
Creatine is a naturally occurring nitrogen‑containing compound synthesized in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas from the amino acids glycine, arginine, and methionine. Approximately 95% of the body’s creatine and phosphocreatine…
The Conversation Around Intermittent Fasting Is Changing
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through health forums or chatting with friends about wellness trends, you’ve probably heard someone mention intermittent fasting (IF). For a while, it seemed like…
Fish: A Nutritional Powerhouse for Omega-3’s, Protein and More
Why Fish Deserves Its Place at the Center of the Plate Across cultures and centuries, fish has been celebrated as one of nature’s most nourishing foods. From the Mediterranean coast…
Learn to Grow
In any profession—and in life—success is often measured by return on investment (ROI). For today’s fitness professionals, that ROI goes far beyond financial gain. It encompasses improved client outcomes, professional…
Understanding Zero Drop, Minimalist, and Barefoot Shoes
Footwear has come a long way from simple leather sandals to highly engineered athletic shoes. In recent years, there has been growing interest in alternatives to traditional cushioned shoes, namely…
5 Best Stretches to Relieve Desk-Related Discomfort
Why Desk Time Hurts Your Body Spending long hours sitting at a desk—whether for work, school, or leisure—can take a toll on your body. Over time, inactivity leads to tight…
Why Rest Is the Secret Ingredient to Getting Stronger
Why Recovery Deserves More Credit If you’ve ever pushed through a tough workout, you know the soreness that comes after. But did you know that’s when the real magic happens?…
Social Connectedness, Strengthening Bonds, Strengthening Health
The fundamental human need for social connection is as intrinsic as the need for food and shelter. This innate desire to form meaningful relationships profoundly influences overall health and well-being….
The Nature Prescription
It’s easy to feel stressed, distracted, or even disconnected with today’s uncertainties and fast-paced society. But there’s one powerful solution that doesn’t cost anything and is right outside your door:…
Time Spent Outdoors Boosts Health, Fitness, and Well-Being
In an increasingly digital and fast-paced world, the call of the wild is more than poetic—it’s essential to human health. Emerging research shows that spending time outdoors is a profoundly…
A Comprehensive Approach to Lasting Wellness through Holistic Health
In today’s fast-paced world, many individuals seek more than just physical fitness—they crave complete well-being. Holistic health offers a transformative approach that integrates the mind, body, and spirit, helping people…
Enhancing Sleep Quality Through Exercise
Sleep plays a critical role in human health, affecting everything from mood and immune function to cognitive performance and recovery. As public awareness of sleep’s importance grows, fitness professionals and…
Empowering Mental Wellness Through Charitable Fitness Initiatives
As fitness professionals and wellness educators, we possess a unique opportunity to harness the power of exercise not only for individual health but also as a catalyst for community well-being….
Exercise and Its Impact on Mental Well-Being
The Impact of Exercise on Mental Well-Being Exercise is widely known for its physical benefits, but its impact on mental well-being is just as significant. Whether it’s a brisk walk,…
Weight Lifting Recovery Tips
Weightlifting is an excellent way to build strength, improve muscular endurance, and enhance overall fitness. However, proper recovery is essential to optimize muscle growth, prevent injury, and ensure long-term progress….
Cold-Water Immersion: Helpful or Harmful?
From swimming in cold rivers and lakes to ice baths after sports, enthusiasts swear by the physical and mental health benefits of cold-water immersion. Cold water immersion in baths, showers…
Athletes Have Better Working Memory
Better sports performance is consistently linked with superior working memory performance, according to findings published in Memory. Researchers from University of Jyvaskyla, in Jyväskylä, Finland, conducted a meta-analysis of 21…