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With many gyms open again—some after long closures—IDEA put three questions to five fitness pros from around the country: Are you now operating at full capacity? How are clients adapting as they return to the gym? How would you sum up the state of play as it relates to COVID-19 and the fitness industry at this…
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Resistance training does much more than build strong muscles and bones, but does lifting weights lower blood pressure too?
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Sleep hygiene consists of habits and behaviors that help us to get enough good-quality sleep to leave us refreshed, both physically and mentally. These days, improving sleep hygiene is a priority for many overstressed clients, but adopting new sleep habits can be challenging. Why do we postpone sleep? Does going to sleep feel like losing control, somewhat…
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Roughly half of runners will experience recreational running injuries, regardless of age, gender or experience, according to research.
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Virtual personal training isn’t new, but the business aspect is growing, thanks to increased demand and improved technology across the board.
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Why tai chi? These Chinese movement patterns have been around for centuries. In recent years, study after study has proven their benefits—particularly for older exercisers—yet most fitness professionals seem to know little about the practice. That’s too bad, because just about any fitness client can learn tai chi, and any fitness professional can teach it.…
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Arthritis is a major health concern. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 23% of all adults in the U.S., more than 54 million people, have arthritis. As a fitness professional, you can make a difference. Both the CDC and the Arthritis Foundation (arthritis.org) agree that exercise is an important tool in arthritis pain management and prevention.
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The word posture tends to evoke the image of a schoolgirl standing perfectly erect with a book on her head. More accurately, static posture refers to the way in which a person holds his or her body or assumes certain positions, such as sitting, standing or sleeping. The cumulative effect of the time spent in certain positions can lead to prolonged static-posture damage to both the musculoskeletal and myofascial systems of the body.
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There may be an optimal time for swimming: Olympic swimmers clock faster times at 5 p.m., according to research from Stanford University.
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Let’s explore first impressions and what we can do as fitness professionals to improve them by leveraging our warmth and competence.
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Battle rope HIIT workouts offer a great reason to get back into the gym: they can improve muscle and aerobic performance in just 3 weeks.
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Regular stretching for hypertension may be more effective than brisk walking in those with high-normal blood pressure, according to research.
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If clients ask about the benefits of supplemental testosterone therapy, you can share that circuit training provides more health benefits.
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Preserving muscle strength and function and maintaining a healthy body composition are important objectives for older women.
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Older women who did resistance band training showed significant improvements in functional fitness and in glucose, according to a study.
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As the world puts one foot in front of another after the pandemic, it’s critical to address mental and emotional health and wellness.
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Researchers around the world have mapped out these great workouts and program designs with the most effective results.
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Instead of viewing digital fitness companies as opponents, what if we drew lessons from their successes to enhance what we provide in person?
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Losing muscle and gaining fat are expected for women over 40, but the right resistance training can positively affect body composition.
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Compassionate coaching involves recognizing the needs of another person, feeling empathy for that individual and taking action to help.
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