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Creating a Metabolic Workout Program | Fitness vs Performance
Creating a Metabolic Workout When creating a metabolic training program, exercise selection is going to be a key part of the overall programming process. To make informed exercise selections, one
Pilates Benefits for the Aging and Senior Population
Pilates Benefits for the Aging and Senior Population Physical activity and the aging population have become a central focus for the fitness community in recent years. As we continue to
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): What is it and How to Measure it?
Basal Metabolic Rate vs Resting Metabolic Rate Some experts use the terms basal metabolic rate (BMR) and resting metabolic rate (RMR) interchangeably. These two terms are very similar. But there
Gender Differences in Fat Metabolism
Why Men and Women Store and Burn Fat Differently It is well established that women tend to have a higher % of body fat than men. Men and women also
Hiking and Trail Running Safety and Experiences
Hiking and Train Running Safety and Experiences Hiking, camping, and trail running provide exercise and interest for people of any age. Just getting out and walking around is a wonderful
Pilates Benefits for Children and Teens
Beyond just the “average” exerciser, Pilates has been shown to provide benefits for many different populations. One of those populations is children. Childhood Obesity As current trends show, childhood obesity
Stretching and Mobility: What’s the Difference? The Importance of Stretching on Your Workout
Stretching and Mobility: What’s the Difference? Written by Mark Teahan Director of Education Programs for The Spencer Institute When it comes to stretching vs mobility, it’s understandable if you have
Picking Music for Group Exercise Classes
Picking Music for Group Exercise Classes Music is a huge component of group exercise. Many members come back to classes just for an instructor’s music alone. Have you ever taken
Designing a Successful Group Exercise Class
Designing a Successful Group Exercise Class If you’re new to group exercise or just stuck in a rut, try this fail-proof formula for creating a class that makes the grade
Becoming an “It Factor” Instructor or Trainer
Becoming an “It Factor” Instructor or Trainer You have the nuts and bolts to your new career, now it’s just a matter of refining the intangible traits that make you
The KIND Acronym for Coaching Strategies
No one likes to be called out for making mistakes or having poor form. Embarrass someone once and you may never have another chance to make it up to them.
Cueing for Different Learning Styles
Cueing & Learning Styles There are three basic learning styles: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. People can be a mix of all three, but many have a stronger preference for one.
