Shoulder Injuries: Pain, Diagnosis & Exercise Rehabilitation
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published March 2014 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 4.5 million shoulder injuries are reported each year and occur primarily in a gym setting. Learn how you can prevent shoulder injuries from happening to you: The shoulder is an incredible structure. It is […]
Ouch!! My Heels Hurt!!
By: Barbara Mellens When a client complains of heel pain should you dismiss it as whining? Or, should you ask questions that help define the problem? Where Is The Pain? The pain is usually centered just in front of the heel and on the bottom of the foot towards the arch. It can also
10-minute Workouts Can Improve Your Physical Health
Elevator or stairs? Stairs, of course. In a split second, you decide you need to burn those calories that you consumed over lunch, but just two floors and you are already panting. Next time, you decide, you will take the elevator.
11 Tactics to Boost Metabolism and Burn Fat
Your metabolism is directly responsible for the amount of fat your body gains after eating food. Although our metabolism slows down as we age, significant scientific evidence shows that adopting a healthy lifestyle can boost your metabolism and burn fat effectively.
7 Simple Fitness Hacks For A Better Physique
Fitness is very important for the body regardless of any gender, age, injuries and trauma that you may have faced in your earlier life. Fitness is very essential for overall wellness as it helps you to accomplish your tasks with your full dedication. An unfit body will make it difficult to do various daily tasks […]
How to Legally Give Nutritional Advice as a Personal Trainer
Fitness and nutrition go hand-in-hand when it comes to health, so it makes sense that many personal training clients may have questions about food choices, meal plans, and supplements that can complement their training.
How to Legally Give Nutritional Advice as a Personal Trainer
Have you always been passionate about a career in fitness but uncertain of how you could pursue it? Whether you recently received a health-related degree, official certification, or you don’t see a future at your current job; taking the proactive next step is essential to planning your career in fitness. One of the most desirable things […]
How to Specialize in Youth Fitness and Strength Conditioning
Inside the Mount Hood Athletic Club near Portland, Ore., a group of 20 kids weaves through a series of cones dribbling basketballs. When personal trainer Trevor Hayward blows a whistle, the kids go from dribbling to passing, and move in for layups.
The 5 Hardest TRX Exercises for a Full-Body Workout: Build Strength, Stability, and Mobility
Last updated July 17, 2025 Why TRX Training Is a Game-Changer for Full-Body Fitness TRX Suspension Training has become a go-to workout method for athletes, personal trainers, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Created by Navy SEAL Randy Hetrick, this system uses adjustable straps to leverage your bodyweight for resistance training. TRX helps improve strength, stability, flexibility, […]
Define your Roadmap for Better Fitness, Nutrition, & Wellness
The path to good health and fitness is similar to driving directions. You may find your way to your destination based on suggestions from friends or family. But you will have greater success, and with much greater efficiency, if you know where you are starting and how you are doing along the way.