Multiple Sclerosis: Physical Therapy & Treatment
Multiple sclerosis now affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S. and about 2.5 million people around the globe. MS “is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body,” per the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. While the cause of […]
What Does it Take to Start a Personal-Training Career?
Growing a highly successful business in the personal-training market is achievable with the right personal traits: ambition, dedication, and of course, a savvy drive for the health and fitness industry. And frankly, there is no better time than the present to pursue a business venture such as this, because when it comes down to it, […]
4 Health & Fitness Trends for 2015
A new year brings new resolutions and of course, new health and fitness trends – are you curious about what’s new on the scene this year and what’s here to stay? We have the latest for 2015!
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Promoting a Holistic Approach to Health
Spring is finally in the air, and if you haven’t already started looking for ways to detoxify and cleanse every aspect of your life, there’s no better time than the present. Why not use the start of a new season as an opportunity to help your clients embrace a healthy lifestyle change? If you’re not already […]
Get Outside: How to Make Exercise Fun
When you think of exercising, there is a good chance you picture a large gym with wall-to-wall mirrors, grunting powerlifters, and fitness classes featuring trendy exercises you can barely pronounce. The truth is, gyms, fitness studios, and exercise classes can easily overwhelm—or bore—the health-conscious individual.
Guide to Building Your Health and Nutrition Coaching Website
As a health coach, you can do a lot to help countless people improve their health and fitness through exercise, nutrition, and behavior change—but only as long as you actually reach people. And that’s why building a health and nutrition coaching website is one of the most important aspects of your budding business.
How to Land Your First Holistic Nutrition Client
You’ve researched and explored holistic nutrition, and now you’re ready to turn that passion into a profession. But when it comes to working with clients and sharing your insights, where do you begin?
How to Become a Personal Trainer Online: Follow These Steps
When Dave Smith decided he wanted to learn how to become a personal trainer, he earned a fitness certification and started training clients in the gym. It was a great way to get started. But he wanted more control over his schedule, more time to spend with his family, a way to earn more money, […]
AFPA Graduate of the Month: Kiana Williams , Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Specialist
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 are using what they have learned to inspire others and make a difference.