Research/News
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 Consistent with Workouts During Holiday Travel
Keep your fitness routine on track while you’re on the go this holiday season. With a little planning, flexibility, and a shift in mindset, you can enjoy your travels and…
Running Never Gets Old
Running is perhaps one of humanity’s most primal movements. Our ancestors ran chasing prey, fleeing danger and traversing terrain. Today it remains one of the simplest and most accessible forms…
Pre-Season Prep for Winter Sports
Why Off-Season Conditioning Matters As autumn closes and winter approaches, athletes and recreational enthusiasts alike begin anticipating time on the slopes or ice. Sports such as skiing, snowboarding, and hockey…
October is National Physical Therapy Month
October is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to highlight the essential role physical therapists play in injury prevention, recovery, and long-term wellness. One of the most common tools PTs…
Spine-Chilling Science: How to Keep Your Back Strong and Supported
Introduction: Why Your Spine Matters The human spine is often described as the backbone of the body—both literally and figuratively. It supports our posture, enables movement, and protects one of…
Why Your Runs Feel Easier in Cooler Weather
If your pace feels smoother on crisp mornings than on humid summer days, thermoregulation is the reason. Running generates significant body heat, and in warm conditions your cardiovascular system must…
Game On for Health: Turning Everyday Activity Into Wins
Gamification applies game design elements like points, badges, and challenges to everyday activities, and research shows it can meaningfully increase physical activity. When paired with wearable technology that delivers immediate…
NFL Players and Knee Injuries
Study shows link between short between-game rest periods and increased injury risk. Here’s an important reminder for trainers who work with competitive athletes: short rest equals higher injury risk. NFL…
Exercise Timing for Older Adults
Research shows connection between training timing, consistency and positive results. For older adults, regular morning physical activity may lead to better heart-lung function and walking efficiency, according to a study…
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…
People Are Talking About . . .
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…
Accurate Fitness Trackers for People with Obesity
New research solves the problem of inaccurate fitness trackers for people of different sizes. Many may not realize that fitness trackers often miscalculate calorie burn for people with obesity, largely…
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…
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…
September Reset: Why Fall Feels Like a Second January for Fitness
Every year, September and the arrival of fall brings a sense of renewal. The end of summer signals a return to structure, routines, and fresh motivation. Many in the fitness…
3 Common Mistakes Beginners Make in September Reset Workouts
September feels like a “second New Year.” With school back in session and routines shifting, many people see it as the perfect time to reset fitness goals. But jumping in…
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…
The Pursuit of Higher Education
A recent message from a group fitness instructor captured a common sentiment among professionals seeking growth: a desire to take education to the next level and explore formal academic study…