Written by Rob Wilkins Tuesday, 01 February 2011 00:00
When asked why they are not physically active, millions of Americans typically respond, “I’m too busy and just don’t have the time to exercise.” Ironically, some of the busiest people in the world today are the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who concur that physical fitness is a vital component to the overall success and strength of the U.S. military and its members.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Saturday, 29 January 2011 00:00
All forms of exercise have value. The issue, then, is finding the exercise that will give you the results you want and need. General fitness is a compromise, of sorts, between aerobic activity and resistance activity.
Written by Bill McGinnis, MFT Thursday, 27 January 2011 00:00
Recently, I've heard several folks concerned about using "only" machines in the gym, fearing free weights are too hard to use. Let's shed some light on this old and ongoing controversy.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Monday, 17 January 2011 00:00
How can you consistently get the energy needed to facilitate a positive change in your client’s body? The easiest way to explain this is by using the equation: A+B+C=D. A=attitude, B=belief in the process, C=concentration, and D=delivering quality service.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Friday, 14 January 2011 00:00
Caffeine consumption as a mildly addictive drug is second only to nicotine among Americans today. Although caffeinism is not a serious addiction, caffeine's abuse can cause a temporary fluid imbalance (dehydration), calcium-phosphorus imbalance, quickened respiratory process, over stimulation of kidneys, excitation of brain function, and undesirable central nervous system stimulation.
Written by Bill McGinnis, MFT Thursday, 13 January 2011 00:00
I often hear people say "I get all the vitamins, minerals, protein and essential fat needed from my diet." I have to tell you have that you don't! Not today, tomorrow or in the future.
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