How to Balance These 4 Hunger Hormones
Even though a lot of the time our bodies might feel a little bit out of whack, they actually function like a fine-tuned machine, with a huge variety of components and mechanisms working in harmony to help us breathe, move, function, and live. And one of the main mechanisms that influence how your body operates […]
What Is Ideal Body Weight and How to Calculate It
Ideal body weight, also called lean body weight, is a family of indexes that have been used for almost 150 years. It is used in emergency settings, and its use has been reinforced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to Write Your Professional Biography
The health and wellness industry is getting increasingly competitive. Consumers have more choices when it comes to hiring a certified trainer, nutritionist, health coach or fitness professional than ever before.
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5 Jobs You Can Pursue with a Nutrition Consultant Certification
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published August 2016 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Pursuing a nutrition consultant certification for personal enrichment is hugely valuable, and can help you integrate healthier eating into your fitness and wellness mix. But it’s also an opportunity to expand your career in new […]
5 Tips for managing family and food-related holiday stress
Food and family are central components of many celebrations, and the holidays are no exception.
How to Create a Useful Online Training Program Clients Love in 5 Steps
The positive impact you can deliver as a fitness professional (e.g., Certified Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, or Pilates Instructor) isn’t necessarily limited by the number of hours you can commit to training clients in real-time.
A Quick Guide to Changing Nutrient Needs as We Age
From the moment humans are conceived, they require nutrients to grow, develop, thrive, and adapt. Over the course of the human life cycle, nutrient requirements change significantly to accommodate the demands of the physiological priorities of tissues and cells.
How to Choose the Best Niche for Your Health and Wellness Coaching Business
Finding a niche is key to a successful health and wellness coaching business. It helps you stand out from the competition, attract and retain your ideal clients, and charge a rate you’re satisfied with.
5 Components of Effective Communication in Health Education and Counseling
Communication is the primary tool of all health, nutrition, and wellness educators, coaches, and counselors. Communication is also a skill that health professionals can develop to improve their client relationships and overall success.