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 must understand the nature of the various types of exercises, the movement and muscular requirements, the level of the clients, the equipment available, the timing, […]
Personal Fitness Trainer’s Guide to Injury Prevention
As a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer or coach, injury prevention should always be a number one priority. Developing your skills and knowledge is a lifelong process and your client’s success depends on it. Regardless of your time in the industry, always remain a student of your craft and do everything you can do to produce […]
Reducing Blood Pressure with Cardiovascular Exercise
Blood pressure is measured using a sphygmomanometer. Learning the technique of taking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer should be standard practice for all health and wellness coaches. Being able to explain why other devices are not as useful to your client is a recommended skill to have going forward, as your client may be using […]
What Science Says About Your Pre-Workout Meal for Strength Training
Your body, much like your car, won’t run on empty. Many trainees avoid eating before their workout because they mistakenly believe that they will burn more calories on an empty stomach, or they believe eating before training will lead to nausea, muscle cramps, or lethargy. It is more likely that neglecting a pre-workout meal will […]
Drink Up: Why Athletes MUST Stay Hydrated
Why Is Hydration So Important? Staying hydrated and proper fluid choices are just as important to the athlete’s diet as food. Dehydration can impair function, negatively affect performances and in severe cases, lead to a dangerous increase in body core temperature which can result in exertional heat illness. Loss of as little as 1% to […]