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Localized Fat Loss: The Myth that Sells Claims made by the experts: There exists a disregard for physiological facts on the part of those profiting from the sale of "muscle-specific" exercise devices claiming their use to result in localized fat loss. For example, performing abdominal exercises using any one of the currently marketed "ab-isolating" devices, or even doing appropriately prescribed sit-ups for that matter, does little or nothing to rid the waistline of fat as is so often claimed.
A Good Spotter "Can I get a spot from you, man?" asks the aspiring bodybuilder of the new gym rat. "Sure," says the gym rat. Poised behind the bench press uprights, the gym rat peers down watching and listening to the bodybuilder as he prepares for a maximal effort, the gym rat's hands firmly grasping the bar. "I'll get four on my own, then watch me close on the fifth rep," grunts the bodybuilder. "No problem, man," replies the gym rat, not having a clue what he meant or what is going on.
The Antagonistic Multi-Set Training Principle Not so long ago, there were as many different expert opinions about proper training principles as there were experts! For this reason, in the early stages of body building's evolution, "guess work" was practiced by everyone, even on the highest levels. Superior genetics, and the hit-or-miss use of successful training principles then separated the winners from the losers.
Roll 'em: Personal Training Using Video Tutorials Video may have killed the radio star, but video tutorials have seen a meteoric rise in popularity among both educators and students in recent years. Video tutorials are commonly used in distance learning courses around the globe by those who want to reach students or clients on their own time.

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Simple Flu Prevention Advice

Fall is a time of changing seasons. Summer turns to autumn, baseball season gives way to football and basketball, and summer's seasonal fun yields to fall's least popular visitor, flu season. This year fears are heightened because of the latest flu, H1N1 or swine flu, but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) simple preventative measures can keep you and your family from catching and spreading the virus.

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Fitness Industry Good Place For Jobs

Despite the sluggish economic environment most Americans are experiencing right now, the fitness industry continues to show promise as a place for job opportunities and profitability. Apparently, the determination of many people to stay healthy and become physically fit is driving the projected expansion of this industry. Along with these two factors, people still seem willing to invest more money and time on personal and family fitness.

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Certified to Sell

As a personal trainer you are providing a specific service to a client, so what makes you the best personal trainer for them to trust? Having the proper certification behind your name when you are selling a specific training service will only help draw clients in. This helps them believe you are legitimate and earns you the right to tell them a little bit more about who you are and what you do. Good luck getting them to listen if you are not certified.

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