Mind-Body / Recovery
Strategies to Achieve “Flow”
Studies show that increasing physical activity and mindfulness may be a means to better achieve flow states.
Virtual Stress Reduction
A recent study shows that viewing a virtual illusion of exercising from a first-person perspective can stimulate feelings of stress reduction.
Hypnotherapy for Behavior Change
Blink Fitness has created Gymnosis™, a hypnotherapy program to help motivate people to start and continue exercising.
Self-Care for Fitness Professionals
Fitness pros show up like champions to help clients improve their holistic health, but they often neglect their own wellness.
Types of Exercise and Memory
Planning a workout to help improve mental performance may be possible as scientists tease out the effect of types of exercise on memory.
Exercise for Depression Is Helpful
New study findings support the use of exercise as a first-line treatment for non-severe depression among adults.
Nature Walks Reduce Stress
If you’re interested in nature activities like walking or hiking, be sure to take advantage of the relaxation and rejuvenation rewards and not just the physical benefits, since nature walks…
The Benefits of “Ikigai”
Lifestyle concepts like “Ikigai,” a Japanese concept related to living a meaningful and satisfying life, are gaining popular interest.
Connection and Community: A Critical Combination
How is connection and community, or lack thereof, affecting your personal and professional life? Here are three ways to create community.
Older Women Exercise Benefits
Here’s news to share with your older women clients about exercise: Research reveals gender differences for exercise and cognitive function.
Exercise Improves Concentration in Children
New research shows exercise improves concentration in children, as exercise, concentration and quality of life are interconnected.
Tips for Getting Sleep
Answers and solutions for getting sleep, plus questions you can ask and tips you can offer when guiding others on their sleep quest.
Low Physical Activity Levels Still Help Mental Health
Low physical activity levels, even those below public health recommendations, can still reduce depression risks.
Pilates Training Is a Game-Changer
Strong evidence shows that Pilates training is an effective conditioning method for healthy individuals, particularly those wanting to increase core stability. Furthermore, Pilates can be a game-changer for athletes. Benefits…
A New Meeting of Mind, Body and Soul
Here’s a peek into that world where the mind can explore new ways of approaching classic formats; where your imagination can stretch along with your body; and where your spirit can soar through pure and powerful inspiration that nourishes the soul.
The #1 Fitness Event of the Year Returns in Person!
2022 IDEA World convention is a reunion for fit pros from around the world in the “entertainment capital of the world,” Las Vegas, July 20–24.
40 Future Fitness Trends to Grow Your Business
At IDEA, we’re fond of the number 40, especially this year. The not-so-secret reason? Because 2022 marks our 40th anniversary as a guiding force in health, fitness and nutrition. As we’ve grown up alongside the fitness industry, we’ve witnessed unimaginable transformation and scoped out future fitness trends. Take a look at these 40 solid pathways to success, some of which are already established and others that are emerging.
Resilience From Exercise Competency
Research shows that feelings of competence may facilitate an individual’s ability to optimize the resilience gained from physical activity.
