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.
Top Apps and Software that Nutrition Consultants Can Use With Clients
As a nutrition consultant, you stay on top of nutrition news and studies so that you can discuss the latest trends with clients and be informed about your profession. But are you equally organized when it comes to running your consulting practice as a business? Or empowering your clients to track their nutrition more effectively?
Massage Therapy: A Rehab For An Athlete
It does not matter what sport or activity you are involved in or how good in a shape you are, there are going to be times where you are going to suffer an injury. If you consider it for a moment, even the most highly trained and well conditioned athletes suffer injuries at some point […]
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How to Build Authentic Trust with Nutrition Counseling Clients
Last updated July 17, 2025 Trust is the foundation of any effective nutrition counseling relationship. Clients come to nutrition professionals seeking not just guidance, but a reliable partner who understands their goals and supports them without judgment. Building that trust requires a combination of professionalism, empathy, transparency, and a structured approach to care. When trust […]
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.
How to Make a Successful Career Change Into Health & Wellness
Do you wake up feeling refreshed and energized because you can’t wait to start your work for the day? Are you constantly amazed by how committed, passionate, and motivated you feel, thanks to your career choice? If these feelings seem like they only happen to other people, you might be ready for a career shift.
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Changing Careers to Health & Wellness
Last updated on June 2, 2025 The health and wellness industry is more than a trend—it’s a movement. As the demand for holistic, evidence-based health solutions grows, many professionals are rethinking their career paths. Whether you’re leaving behind a corporate job, moving on from healthcare, or finally pursuing your passion for nutrition and fitness, switching […]
Protein Supplements: What They Can and Can’t Do For You
Last updated on June 2, 2025 In the strength-training world, it’s dogma. “Supplement with protein.” Some take it further, recommending the specific quantity, source, amino acid composition, and timing pre- and post-workout. But will it help you build bigger muscles? Will they develop faster? Will you gain any extra strength, at all? A critical review […]
From Passion to Profession: Launching a Career in Health and Wellness
Last updated on May 29, 2025 If you’re passionate about health, fitness, or nutrition, chances are you’ve thought about turning that passion into a career. Maybe you’ve helped friends clean up their eating habits, designed workouts for your gym buddies, or been the go-to source for wellness tips in your circle. But the leap from […]