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The Top 7 Holistic Nutrition Blogs

Those who follow nutritional shifts and research know that it can be challenging to translate the kind of complex information and advice that abounds today. Fortunately, weโ€™re able to get expert opinions on what the latest developments might mean, particularly in holistic nutrition, which is one of the hottest areas of interest in the field. […]

7 Ways A Personal Trainer Certification Can Advance Your Career

Earning a personal trainer certification has been on your mind, right? But youโ€™re wondering if itโ€™s worth the investment and commitment it takes to learn about things like biomechanics, nutrition, injury prevention, exercise programming, motivation and behavior change, and the business of being a personal trainer.

5 Easy Ways to Reduce Hunger and Lose Fat Without Counting Calories

Research shows that 90% of diets fail, with most re-gaining the weight (and even more!) over a 5 year period. ย While there are lots of variable reasons why diets fail, one of the most important issues is constant hunger. ย Of course, when it comes to fat loss, one of the most basic principles is being […]

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The 10 Most Common Personal Trainer Education Mistakes

Gaining in-depth knowledge about personal training is crucial if you want to help clients achieve their goals โ€” and meet some professional goals of your own. But when it comes to getting the education you need, some wrong detours can come up along the way. Avoid these 10 and youโ€™ll be headed in the right […]

Whatโ€™s the Best Nutrition Certification for Personal Trainers?

As many personal trainers discover early in their careers, clients are often eager to hear about what type of nutritional changes they should make to support their fitness efforts. That makes sense, since diet and exercise are so closely linked โ€” if clients are eating junk food, then most likely theyโ€™ll have lower energy during […]

What is the Difference Between Plant-Based Diet and Vegan?

There are several different approaches to nutrition, and an individualโ€™s path is often based on a variety of factors that go beyond whatโ€™s in a grocery cart. There may be fitness or weight loss goals, food allergies, chronic health conditions, family considerations, work and travel schedules, and even religious or cultural needs.

Top Personal Trainer Certifications for Advancing Your Career

As a personal trainer, you may be enjoying a solid client base and a predictable schedule. But it can be helpful to think ahead about where youโ€™d like to go for the next phase of your career. A certification can give you the training you need to take that next step, especially if youโ€™re thinking […]

Get-Off-The-Couch Games to Get Kids Moving

Do your kids enjoy playing on their tablets and smartphones? Are they constantly asking if they can watch a movie? Sure, technology is great for kids. It keeps them entertained and teaches them valuable skills that they will undoubtedly need to use in everyday life. However, using technology becomes a real issue when itโ€™s all […]

5 Ways to Use Your Senior Fitness Certification

  When it comes to senior health, two significant trends are occurring simultaneously. First, the number of seniors is climbing upward โ€” the Census Bureau has noted that the amount of people age 65 or older will double within the next few decades. Second, many of those seniors are becoming deeply interested in taking charge […]