Industry Issues/Trends
The Connection Between Pets and Wellness
Is there scientific evidence that pets can help us heal and thrive? And should personal trainers factor it into their program design?
Engaging in Youth Fitness
Now is the time to focus on developing new means of professional direction and income, and youth fitness is a worthy consideration.
Weight Bias: How Does It Influence Our Industry?
This article focuses on weight bias—and how you can be more inclusive toward individuals of all body sizes and shapes.
Competitive Sports Performance With an Audience
Men run slower and women run faster in competitive sports without an audience, according to research in Psychology of Sport and Exercise.
Using Heart Rate Variability to Maximize Performance
Can fitness professionals use heart rate variability data to help clients fine-tune their workouts and their all-important recovery?
Addressing Black Men’s Health Inequities
Data shows a need to improve Black men’s health outcomes, as Black men have the poorest performance in lifestyles that reduce heart disease.
What’s New in Wearable Fitness Technology?
Wearable fitness technology continues to set a pace for the industry with sweat sensors, which may soon provide individualized data.
Text Messaging Can Boost Daily Walking
Sending frequent text messaging about walking can increase the recipient’s daily steps, according to a study.
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!
Exercise Needed for Children’s Mental Health
Researchers studied whether physical activity and screen time was linked with children’s mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leg Trackers Improve Accuracy
Researchers have developed a system of leg trackers, in contrast to those worn on the wrist, that’s more accurate at monitoring activity.
Fitness Tracker Data Gets Personal
Researchers have developed a method to leverage fitness tracker data to create tailored digital messages specific to the wearer.
BMI Doesn’t Work for All People
The challenge for the use of BMI is that it’s not adjusted for known differences in body composition and risk factors for people of color.
Emphasizing Weight-Neutral Fitness
Researchers propose a “weight-neutral” strategy that focuses on physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness, instead of weight loss.
Sports and Mental Health Challenges
A statement issued by the American College of Sports Medicine notes key challenges related to sports and mental health.
Golf Training and Performance Enhancement
Outdoor golf seems to be gaining popularity, a profit center option for personal trainers who want to offer golf training to attract clients.
Exergaming: Exercise and Fun for Kids
Parents may want to invest in exergaming programs, especially if their kids aren’t all that excited about fitness.
Supporting Physical Activity Programs for Latino Men
Did you know that Latino men have higher rates of disease related to low physical activity when compared with non-Latino white men?
