Research/News
Consensus Statement on Stretching Recommendations
International panel defines types of stretching and evidence-based benefits. An international panel of 20 experts with both research and practical experience reached consensus on the evidence-based roles of stretching across…
Question of the Month
Are you or is your fitness facility offering hybrid training offerings to your client that include online programming, fitness data and/or assessment information and in-facility live training or group exercise…
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The battery-powered Nike x Hyperice warm-up recovery shoe and vest that use thermal and dynamic air compression technology, integrate recovery and warm-up into apparel and footwear, available globally at the…
Plant Protein Matches Meat for Muscle Gains
Yes, it’s possible to get ripped by eating more beans and tofu. There has been a long-held belief that making gains in the gym requires eating meat or other animal…
More Potassium may be the Key to Scaling Down Blood Pressure Numbers
A mathematical model study suggests extra potassium could help offset the sodium we eat. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading cause of coronary heart disease and stroke and may…
High-Quality Carbs May Lead to Healthier Aging
Study suggests that eating more nutritious carbohydrates in middle age can help us age well An analysis of data involving over 47,500 women from the Nurses’ Health Study found that…
Arsenic Levels Mean Some Rice May Not be so Nice
When it comes to a potentially harmful toxin, white rice can hold an advantage over its brown counterpart With its extra fiber, vitamins and nutrients preserved in the bran layer,…
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,…
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.
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…