Skills/Tools for Nutrition Specialization
Harnessing the Power of Visualization to Stay Committed to Your Fitness Routine
When you’re trying to stick with a fitness program; whether it’s working out three times a week, going for 10,000 steps a day, or hitting the weights consistently, motivation and…
Staying Safe and Legally Sound as a Fitness Professional
As a fitness professional—whether you’re a personal trainer, studio owner, or online coach – you’re not just shaping bodies; you’re managing legal responsibility. One minor accident or paperwork oversight can…
Empowering Your Studio with AI to be Smart, Safe and Strategic
As a fitness club or studio owner, AI (artificial intelligence) isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a powerful partner that can help elevate the member experience, optimize operations, and drive…
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…
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.
Using Behavior Change Science to Enhance Fitness and Wellness Coaching
Understanding the science of behavior change is pivotal for fitness professionals aiming to foster lasting health improvements in clients. Despite widespread awareness of the benefits of regular physical activity, many…
Mid-Life Nutrition
As a fitness professional, you understand the profound role movement plays in health, longevity, and quality of life. But when it comes to aging well, exercise is only half the…
Invest in Yourself: A Roadmap to Professional Growth for Fitness Pros
As fitness professionals, we’re experts at helping others invest in themselves. We create growth plans, set milestones, and celebrate our clients’ achievements. But do you have an intentional growth strategy…
Fitness Trend 2025 – Wearable Fit Tech
Wearable Fit Tech: A Must-Have for Fitness Professionals in 2025 In 2025, wearable fitness technology is one of the hottest trends transforming the fitness industry. Whether you’re a trainer looking…
Celebrating a Year of Triumph and Looking Forward to New Horizons
As we close the chapter on another incredible year, I find myself both humbled and invigorated by what our community has achieved together. This year has been a testament to…
A Game Changing Partnership for Fitness Pros and Club Operators
Combining IDEA’s extensive experience in offering education, resources and community support for fitness professionals with CoverMe’s cutting-edge technology, this new strategic partnership is transforming how fitness professionals find job opportunities…
Even just 1 alcoholic drink per day may increase blood pressure
One drink per day has been touted as fine. But even one drink per day can have negative health consequences.
5 Ways to Optimize Exercise Recovery
Here are 5 tangible exercise recovery practices to incorporate into your fitness routine.
Why Wine Causes Headaches
A study reports that they may have found the culprit behind wine headaches. And it ain’t the sulfites, but a flavanol called quercetin.
Reach Greater Heights at 2024 IDEA® World
We are calling all fitness and wellness practitioners to the longest-running and most epic fitness conference, 2024 IDEA® World.
Nutrients in Leafy Greens
According to a study that measured nutrient density, the top five foods with the highest nutrients were all leafy greens.
Recipe: Oat Sweet Potato Chili
Beans and oats are well-endowed with fiber giving this bowl of sweet potato chili the power to bestow various health benefits.
Non-Caloric Sweeteners and Gut Health
The use of non-caloric sweeteners may help some people with weight loss, but the ingredients may not be benign for the microbiome of the gut.