Written by Victoria Judge Thursday, 18 November 2010 00:00
When crafting the image of your personal training business that you present to the outside world, there are seven key areas to consider so that you avoid getting treated like a cheap date.
Countering Stress & Strain in Life to Reach Goals
Accomplishing goals in life is probably one of the single most satisfying aspects of being human. To set a goal and then achieve it is by definition a "success" -- no matter how big or small it might be.
Foundations of Adult Fitness Balance & How to Engage Our Children
What is fitness? Is it functionality or aesthetics? Is it strength or speed? Is it low cholesterol or low resting heart rate? Well, it is obviously all of those and much more.
More Rest, Fewer Lost Reps
Sometimes taking a break isn't just a good idea, it's a good practice. Take, for instance, extending between-set recovery periods to minimize the number of "lost" reps in subsequent sets.
Understanding Hypertension
Nearly 68 million people in the Unites States have hypertension, more commonly known as high blood pressure. While there are a number of potential causes, medical experts recommend preventing or treating most cases of hypertension with simple changes in diet and exercise.
Written by Joanne M. Prior Sunday, 21 November 2010 00:00
It's your big day. You've been preparing for this competition for months. The win is in sight. But you're scared. Scared because you just can't stop thinking about food.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Monday, 15 November 2010 00:00
"Hitting the slopes" can mean two very different things, depending on ones level of expertise. For the expert, it's just a figure of speech. For the beginner, it's often much more literal.
Written by Bob Bovee Friday, 12 November 2010 00:00
Millions of people each year diet and come to the conclusion: diets don't work. With 33% of all Americans currently overweight, something must not be working.
Written by Machelle Lee Tuesday, 09 November 2010 00:00
Before you begin your business, you should have well thought out business operations. Your operations include your policies, procedures, systems and any forms that you will need. Established operations will help you save time and ensure that your business runs smoothly.
Written by Gina Piazza Saturday, 06 November 2010 00:00
A physically fit body is an essential component to the success of the golf swing. Your client needs to have mobility, stability and strength to achieve this move with ease. To assess your clients physical ability, a comprehensive fitness evaluation should be performed.
Read more: What It Takes to Put Together an Effective Golf Fitness Program
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