Exercise during Pregnancy: 6 Major Benefits to Communicate with Clients
Your client is now pregnant—and perhaps fears that continuing with their personal training sessions may injure themselves or harm their unborn baby. What now?
Anabolic Steroids and The Depression Connection
Testosterone is thought to be the root of male aggression. Above-average levels of testosterone have been observed in incarcerated violent criminals and in athletes engaged in semi-violent sports such as football, lacrosse, and ice hockey. The term “roid rage” has been applied to the explosive and often irrational behavior seen in men and women who use […]
How Chiropractors and Health Coaches Can Work Together
The healthcare landscape is evolving, with an increasing emphasis on integrative and holistic approaches to patient care. A crucial part of this evolution is the synergy between different healthcare professionals, creating a comprehensive wellness strategy that addresses multiple aspects of a patient’s health. This article explores one such dynamic duo – chiropractors and health coaches […]
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Coach Resource: Comparing 10 Plant-Based Protein Supplements
In the fitness world, no nutrient is talked about more than protein. Protein is an essential nutrient with an unquestionably important role in the building up of muscles, but that is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all the things proteins do in the body.
3 Reasons Why Your Drinking Water Should Be High Quality H20
The human body is composed of approximately 60 percent water. In 1921 the recommendation of drinking 8 cups of water per day was based on a researcher who measured his water intake to his urine output as well as the color of his urine. This became the recommendation for decades and a wise recommendation from grandma […]
12 Tips for Eating Well on a Budget
It’s no secret that food prices are not what they used to be. This year, you might be paying anywhere between 5 to 14% more for certain food items than you did at the same time last year.
The Science Behind Viral TikTok Health & Nutrition Trends
Beyond the Hype – TikTok Health & Nutrition Trends In the digital arena, where social media platforms reign supreme, one name has emerged as a veritable powerhouse for health and nutrition advice – TikTok. A buzzing hive of content creators and eager audiences, TikTok has become the go-to platform for the latest trends in wellness, […]
5 Customer Service Roles You Need to Adopt as a Health and Wellness Coach
Customer service is a business element we often relate to large companies.
Fasted vs. Fed Training: Which Benefits Your Clients More?
Here’s a summary of the most crucial things to know about fasted vs. fed training—including definitions, advantages and disadvantages, and how to know when to use what for your client—so you can better coach your client through their weight loss journey.
AFPA Graduate of the Month: Meral Jibouri, Holistic Nutritionist
During the last 30+ years, we’ve certified over 130,000 health, nutrition, and fitness professionals. Each month, we recognize one of our distinguished graduates who is using what they have learned to inspire others and make a difference.