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 […]
Guide to Nootropics & Adaptogens: Differences & Similarities
In our quest for optimal health and peak performance, we often turn to nature for solutions. Among the myriad of options, two categories of natural substances in particular have gained traction in the wellness world: nootropics and adaptogens. While these terms may sound esoteric, they represent classes of substances that can enhance cognitive function and […]
Closed Chain Exercise For Legs and Knees
One interesting idea in exercise and rehabilitation divides exercises into closed chain and open chain. Chains are links of body parts, such as foot, ankle, knee, and hip during walking. In a closed chain the end of the chain farthest from the body is fixed, such as a squat where your feet are fixed and the […]
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How to Make Healthy Food Delicious
Health and nutrition coaches commonly encounter people with many misconceptions about what it means to eat healthily.
Factors Affecting Muscular Strength
I am often asked why one person develops strength and muscle faster than another when he or she is performing the same exercises and following a similar strength training workout program. Many people feel that they must be doing something wrong because they aren’t getting the same results, muscular strength, or muscular development as another […]
AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) Diet: The Definitive Guide
Do you work with clients with autoimmune diseases as a Holistic Nutritionist or AFPA-Certified Autoimmune Holistic Nutrition Specialist? If so, this article can help you understand and support clients who have been put on this diet by a healthcare professional, plus generally understand the relationship between food and autoimmunity. The autoimmune protocol (AIP) is a […]
Processed Foods and Health: What the Research Says
What do you think about when you hear the term “processed foods”?
What Is Diastasis Recti and 4 Tips on How to Train Clients Experiencing It
Does your client complain of an ‘overall feeling of collapse and weakness’ in their cores? Is your client getting increasingly self-conscious about their rounded, protruding belly ‘pooch’ – and desperate for your help in getting rid of it?
5 Proven Techniques to Speed Up Your Client’s Recovery Time
If your client is looking to build muscle faster (naturally, of course), the first thing you’d do is increase their training volume since it’s the key driver to hypertrophy.
Ultimate Guide to Adaptogens from a Health & Fitness Coach
In the world of health and wellness, buzzwords come and go, but some stand the test of time due to the potent benefits they offer. One such enduring term is “adaptogens” – natural substances celebrated for their stress-busting properties and their potential to promote overall well-being. But what exactly are adaptogens? Where do they come […]