8 Busted Myths About Bulking
Bulking is a term commonly used in bodybuilding that refers to a progressive increase in calorie consumption beyond your body’s base needs, in combination with an increase in the intensity of weight training.
What are the Pros and Cons of the Keto Diet?
Few eating trends have captivated popular attention in recent years as much as the ketogenic diet. Previously, we’ve discussed the diet’s historic start as a treatment for epilepsy and disclosed what it takes to follow it correctly.
How to Get Started with a Career in Nutrition Counseling
If you have been considering a career in the health and fitness industry there is no better time than the present! At AFPA, we are becoming more conscious than ever about what we eat and where it comes from, especially with increasing trends towards organic, sustainable or locally grown food.
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4 Ways Fitness Instructors Can Avoid Burnout
In any profession, burnout is always a danger, especially when schedules get packed with classes and “free time” is when you catch up on paperwork. Even when you absolutely love your job and look forward to seeing clients and students, there still may be a risk that a point will come where you’re feeling restless […]
Newly Certified Yoga Instructor? Find Out How to Land That First Teaching Job
Excited to guide students toward improved strength, flexibility, balance, and mind-body connection after attaining your Yoga Instructor Certification?
7 Email Strategies to Attract More Nutrition Clients
Email marketing is a wildly successful channel that still reigns supreme. You might think that social media tops the list of most effective sales channels, but it’s actually email that gets the job done.
How To Find a Job and Get Hired as a Remote Health Coach
In an age where the lines between the digital realm and physical spaces blur more every day, the healthcare industry hasn’t been left behind. Remote healthcare jobs, once a novel concept, have burgeoned into a mainstream mode of healthcare delivery. This rise isn’t just a byproduct of technological advancements; it’s a response to the evolving […]
Graduate Sara Haley: Prenatal & Postpartum Fitness Specialist
During the last 30+ years, we’ve certified over 130,000 professionals. Meet one of our featured grads, Sara Haley, an AFPA Certified Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Specialist.
What is the Keto Diet, and Does It Work?
The ketogenic diet is catching attention across the country, but there’s a lot of confusion about what it can deliver. In our previous article on the history of the keto diet, we walked you through the origins of this eating plan and disclosed the diet’s early use as a treatment for epilepsy. In this article, we’ll […]
What are Macronutrients? Everything You Need to Know. Macronutrients Explained In A Simple To Understand Way
If you’ve been in the fitness community for any amount of time, you’ve likely heard about macros. Understanding macronutrients and about your personal nutritional requirements will make a difference in your own health journey. In this article we’ll explore what macros are, how to know if you’re getting in the right ratios and the best foods […]