Building Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in Your Health Coaching Practice
In an ever-diversifying world, the call for health coaches to broaden their cultural understanding has never been more urgent. Traditional models have encouraged cultural competence – the ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures. But what if we told you there’s a more dynamic, reflective, and holistic approach? Welcome to the world of […]
“Gymtimidation” No More: Build Your Client’s Confidence with These 6 Tips
“To be honest, I’m afraid of working out in the gym.”
How to Make Money as a Personal Trainer: 5 Tips for Success
Growing a successful personal-training business is achievable with the right resources. Finding success in a highly competitive industry, however, is often easier said than done. Whether you’re in the early stages of your career or you’re well-versed in the industry but experiencing a lag in business, it may be related to your sales approach.
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3 Big Challenges Nutritionists Face with New Clients
Becoming a nutritionist can feel daunting. And let’s face it – there are way more than three challenges to becoming a successful nutritionist. You need to understand the ins and outs of metabolism, micronutrients, hormones, and even genetics and gut microbiology have become increasingly salient. But the biggest challenges faced by nutritionists aren’t usually whether […]
No More Awkward Silence: 7 Strategies to Expand the Conversation During Coaching
In the sphere of health coaching, effective communication forms the foundation of a successful coach-client relationship. However, every health and wellness coach has experienced the uneasy quietude of awkward silence. These moments can disrupt the flow of conversation, create discomfort, and potentially hinder the coaching process. What if we knew how to keep the conversation […]
4 Ways to Measure Your Client’s Fitness Progress without a Scale
Craft individualized workout program, check. Walk your client through every movement to ensure proper lifting form and technique; check.
What You Need to Know About Becoming a Certified Nutritionist
Thanks to your passion for nutrition, you may already be fielding questions from friends, colleagues, and family members about how to make better meal choices or the ways that nutrition can boost well-being on multiple levels. At this point, you may be ready to turn your interest into an actual career—and fortunately, you’d be choosing […]
How To Make a Website You Can Be Proud Of
You want to be as proud of your website as you are your business and the work you do. But website development has gotten sophisticated, and navigating the process can be daunting. Don’t stress! Get a website you can be proud of with these tips and tricks:Know Your Brand
Superfoods for Better Living
Brazilian born Bernardo LaPallo lives in Mesa, Arizona and some people are calling him a Supercentenarian after celebrating his 113th birthday. When someone reaches this remarkable milestone, one might think to ask him, to what do you credit your longevity? According to Mr. LaPallo, he lives by one simple rule, “You are what you eat,” […]
Aging & Physical Activity Resources
Aging & Physical Activity People who stayed physically active into old age tended to have larger brains than those who did not exercise in the study, published today in the journal Neurology. The brain typically shrinks in late adulthood, and this shrinkage is believed to play a role in age-related memory decline. The