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Muscle Strengthening for Longevity

Research shows some benefits of using muscle strengthening for longevity, as strengthening activities are linked with a lower risk of death.

IDEA's popular articles in 2021
5 Most Popular Articles in 2021

What piqued reader interest this past year? Here we recap our top 5 popular articles that received the most reads in 2021!

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What is Diabesity?

Diabesity is a common cause of chronic inflammation, so it’s important for fit pros to have a basic understanding of what it is and how it can affect clients. Here, Len Kravitz, PhD, Gabriella Bellissimo, MA and Jessica Smith, MS, CSCS, explain this relatively new term.

Creating Inclusivity in Fitness
Create Inclusivity for Special Populations

More than ever, creating inclusivity is vital to the fitness industry.  And, even more importantly, it’s vital to the people we want to help.

Think it of this way: More than 70% of Americans don’t exercise enough to obtain a health benefit (Laskowski 2012). Why is this percentage so high when it’s well-known that even a small amount of physical activity can improve and even prevent some chronic diseases?

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Exercise and a Healthy Liver

A study related to treatment for people with fatty liver disease highlights an opportunity training those with “medical fitness” conditions.

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Research Update: The Value of Exercise for Women’s Health

Fitness pros have a unique opportunity to take a leadership role by guiding their female clients toward a healthier, movement-oriented lifestyle. This women’s health research update discusses contemporary scientific findings you can use to educate your clients and plan up-to-date programs.