The Holistic Health Coach’s Complete Guide to PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) affects one in ten women of reproductive age. In the US alone, that equals about five million women. As your health coaching business grows, it is likely that you will encounter at least one client who has PCOS.
6 Exercises That Could Help Regulate a Client’s High Blood Pressure
Your client has high blood pressure. Understandably, they’re worried about the effect physical activity could have on their blood pressure.
What to Know About Training Clients with Hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s
In the United States, hypothyroidism affects nearly 5 out of 100 Americans aged twelve and older.
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Protein Intake: What’s the Right Amount?
It may surprise you to learn that protein intake guidelines have been the subject of debate among nutrition associations, sports nutritionists, medical doctors, and other professionals with an interest in nutrition. While there are standard guidelines that are promoted by state entities for the general population, many nutrition associations worry that the recommendations are too […]
How Dietary Factors Influence Disease Risk: How to Integrate Knowledge and Practice
Hippocrates, the ancient Greek philosopher and father of medicine, famously said, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food.”
4 Powerful Communication Techniques Fitness Professionals Need to Master
“You didn’t follow the exercise plan—why?” vs. “How have you been adjusting to the new workout program?”
The Best Workout Program for your ‘Lazy’ Clients
When one of your clients is brand new to eating clean and training hard, what is exactly going through their mind? We can venture a guess to say it’s a multitude of things, including: Whether your client is feeling discouraged or they are lacking motivation, simply remind them that reshaping their lifestyle doesn’t have to mean […]
How to Create Fun Workout Routines for Women
As a personal trainer, we have all been there: that moment when your client waltzes in the gym and has no interest in today’s workout (regardless if they have made it to their appointment slot or not). Whether your client is short on motivation, or they’re short on time, we have put together a few […]
Bad Discs and Sciatica: How To Fix Them Yourself
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published April 2013 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Dr Bookspan is a military researcher. Harvard School of Medicine clinicians have named her “The St. Jude of the Joints.” A degenerating disc, or one that is slipped (herniated) can be painful and frightening. Despite […]
Helping Addicts Through Fitness
Recovery from substance abuse is extremely stressful both physically and mentally. While most treatments for addiction involve verbal counseling, some addicts may benefit from a more physical, hands-on form of recovery.