Nutrition
High Intake of Ultra-Processed Foods is Associated with Lower Grades in School
Scientists have found that less nutritious processed foods are associated with poorer academic performances among teens Good performance at school starts with good nutrition. A study of 788 adolescents aged…
Drink Coffee, Live Longer: The Longevity Science Behind Our Favorite Morning Brew
Study links coffee consumption to lower risk of all-cause mortality; benefits diminished with add-ins Coffee might be doing more than energizing our morning routines and workouts; it could be extending…
Could Climate Change be Making Our Food Less Nutritious?
Canola oil may no longer be a healthy as it once was Crop scientists have long suspected that changes in the global climate will impact the nutritional composition of the…
Buy or Bye: Miso
Salty, earthy and funky, miso is finding its way into more American kitchens. Its popularity is soaring as the interest in fermented foods continues to rise. Though several varieties exist,…
What do you think?
Has industry funded research gone too far? It’s known as the funding effect: the tendency for industry-funded studies to produce results favorable to the commercial interests of the sponsor. How? …
Vegans Can Adapt To Go Bigger on Iron
Research shows that eating only plants may give you an iron absorbing advantage It’s widely believed that those who abstain from eating animal-based foods are at a greater risk of…
Running on Less: Poor Nutrition Increases Injury Risk for Female Athletes
Study suggests to keep running strong we should dial-in our nutrition Proper nutrition is crucial for enhancing athletic performance, supporting recovery and overall health. Now, a study reveals that proper…
Guidelines for Aerobic Exercise Training Intensity
New research recommends more individualized training guidelines. A 2025 review published in Sports Medicine challenges traditional aerobic exercise guidelines that rely on fixed percentages of peak heart rate or VO₂…
Recipe for Health: Pumpkin Bean Minestrone
We all want to age well, and it turns out that going bigger on a certain plant-based compound may help with that goal. As reported in Frontiers in Nutrition, investigators…
The Responsibility of Fitness Professionals in Building Welcoming Spaces for All
The concept of inclusivity has become a focal point in many sectors, from education and business to healthcare – and the fitness industry is no exception. Yet while the term…
Study reveals how a ‘non-industrialized’ diet can impact health measures
Modern diets that are heavily processed and low in fiber have been a subject of scrutiny, with their ties to increasing rates of chronic illnesses like obesity, heart disease, cancer,…
The Psychology of Seasonal Motivation
September is often described as the “second January” in the fitness world, bringing a wave of renewed motivation. Behavioral scientists have identified this as the “fresh start effect”. These are…
Staying in the Fitness Game
How do you succeed in the fitness profession? Whether you’ve just gotten certified, you’re returning to a fitness career or you’re an experienced pro who wants to develop new skills, the answer is the same: keep learning. Continuing education is a career necessity that becomes increasingly important as the fitness industry grows more sophisticated, diverse, specialized and evidence-based.
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.
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…
How Zone 2 Cardio Can Support Fat Loss and Maintenance While Using GLP-1 Medications
If you’re taking GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) for weight loss or diabetes management, you already know how powerful these drugs can be in helping…
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…
Magnesium-Rich Foods are a Vital Key to Energy, Mood and Muscle Health
Why Magnesium Matters Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It plays a critical role in supporting muscle and nerve function, regulating…