Written by NFPT Staff Writer Thursday, 08 September 2011 00:00
Want to lose the deep belly fat that comes with a whole load of health issues? Aerobic exercise beats out resistance training when it comes to shedding visceral fat, a new study finds.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Monday, 05 September 2011 00:00
For anyone new to resistance training, an orientation phase is a necessary first step in order to learn proper form and to minimize initial muscle soreness. When it comes to overload training, this involves new clients gradually increasing the intensity in their desired rep ranges.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Friday, 02 September 2011 00:27
In the first two parts of this series, we discussed why the overload principle is important to size and strength gain and maintenance. In this installment, we'll discuss ways of evaluating client progress based on performance.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Tuesday, 30 August 2011 00:00
In the first part of this series, we discussed some ways to introduce the practice of overload training into a client's exercise regimen safely and effectively. In this installment, we'll discuss some suggested rep set ranges and how the body typically responds to each.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Saturday, 27 August 2011 00:00
One of the main goals for most strength training programs is to maintain or increase a person's strength or lean mass. The muscles must be presented with an increased resistance, or overload, in order to make any gains.
Written by Greg Justice, MA, CPT Wednesday, 24 August 2011 00:00
In the first part of this article, we looked at the financial impact of absenteeism and presenteeism in the workplace. Here, we'll look at some defiintions of wellness and how they apply to workplace health maintenance programs.
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