Top Personal-Trainer Certifications for Business Growth
We all come to a crossroads in our lives when we have to make a significant choice. For many, this concerns their careers. As a personal trainer, you incorporate constant variety including new clients, new workout routines and fresh playlists in your everyday work. But what about employment opportunities? While you certainly have a variety […]
Pursue Your Passion for Fitness
Does your passion for health and fitness run so deep that you’re continuously looking for ways to incorporate it into your lifestyle? Did your afternoon jog turn into your evening ritual? Has every meal become the epitome of a healthy Pinterest-worthy recipe? If so, weave health and fitness into every aspect of your life, including your […]
Incorporating Foods Rich in Vitamin D into a Diet Plan
It’s the middle of summer, so foods rich in vitamin D are probably not at the forefront of your clients’ concerns since we absorb it from sunlight. But what about the rest of the year? Vitamin D is essential for absorbing calcium, a mineral we need to consume on a daily basis for excellent bone […]
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What Preventative Care Services Are Covered by Medicare?
We’re often asked why preventative care is so essential to our everyday lifestyles. The most important part of preventative health care is that it alleviates the risk of chronic illnesses going unnoticed. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: “Chronic diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, are responsible for 7 […]
10 Delicious Superfood Smoothie Recipes
It’s pretty well-established that we are huge advocates of superfoods. Not only do superfoods contribute to your overall health, which is a serious plus, but they’re extremely beneficial for optimal performance. If you’re looking to cool down and get your superfood fix this summer, you’re in luck. We have picked out 10 delicious smoothie recipes, packed […]
Where to Find the Healthiest Eating Habits Around the World
Many associate popular American cuisine with the likes of hot dogs, french fries and cheeseburgers—not exactly the healthiest of options if you ask us. As described by U.S. News, there’s now research backing this perception: “America’s waistline continues to expand, according to a study published today in The Lancet. The obesity epidemic remains the biggest […]
7 Daily Habits of Top Personal Trainers
As a personal trainer, it’s in your nature to challenge yourself to become the best of the best. But how do you keep up with an industry that is not only competitive, but also constantly evolving? When you sweat for a living, you may think all you need is a sequence of smart, butt-kicking routines […]
Smart Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget
It’s no secret that nutrition and wellness experts like to dole out advice for eating healthfully. But it’s not the advice that’s lacking—it’s how to find healthy options in a sea of marked-up perishables, meat, poultry and produce. Fortunately, healthy eating on a budget is possible. It just takes a little planning and creativity to […]
6 Core Exercises for Building Muscular Strength
In today’s professional world, it’s likely that many of your clients sit for at least eight to nine hours a day. Add another hour on top of that for the commute to and from work, and they’re sitting far too much each week. In fact, too much sitting is linked to chronic illnesses, including heart […]
Your Summer Exercise Bucket List
Break out of your normal workout routine and celebrate the start of summer with our summer bucket list. Whether you hope to tone your body this summer or just soak up the sun and try out new activities, we have you covered.