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In personal training — or in any exercise, for that matter — it is crucial to avoid reaching a plateau in one's regimen. Your client has specifically sought out your expertise and has a certain... View More

Editor's note: This article is the first in a series that outlines steps and key concepts for the trainer who has the desire to tackle the youth obesity epidemic. Youth obesity has become the epidemic... View More

Receiving referrals from physicians not only improves your fitness business, it also helps you build credibility and respect throughout your community. However, not all physicians will be ready and willing... View More

Retaining and attracting clients today requires more than superior client training sessions or a state-of-the-art studio. To stand out from your competition, you must utilize advanced online technology... View More

"Hello, I'm raw material with desire, integrity and hunger." That quote is precisely what we'd like to find emanating from the darkness in mining for human capital. For those who are presently accomplished... View More

When it comes to nutrition, some fitness professionals are afraid to utter a word, whereas others perform detailed analysis, offer individualized advice and devise complete meal plans. Confusion can exist... View More

If following a set of instructions was all people needed to get fit, we'd all be in our living rooms watching leotard-clad instructors on television. After all, toning up this way is cheap and convenient,... View More

Have you ever thought about the significance of a mission statement, your personal representation for your existence as a professional? By knowing and understanding your own or your teams mission statement,... View More

We're all familiar with training in our 'fat-burning' zone. But did you know that your fat-burning zone should be experienced throughout the day, even when you're not exercising? In fact, one of the biggest... View More

Why Your Website's Appearance Matters — But Less Than You Think By Lynn VanDyke There are many components to a website. Here are a few examples: 1) Design —... View More

When someone first starts an exercise program that you have created, they will probably see some pretty good results for the first three to six weeks. After that, it is very common that every three to... View More

As a club owner, manager or other staff member, have you ever wondered what seniors look for in a health club? Obviously, with the growing older adult population, this should be a concern for your facility.... View More

Dr. Singh presents simple steps for health that elude most of us. This book blends modern science and traditional philosophy for the essentials for mental, physical and spiritual health. This book is an... View More

Have you ever noticed the way your body just loosens up when your favorite song comes on? It doesn't matter if you're in the car or cleaning the house, you just feel compelled to move it! It works the... View More

Missed part one? [Click here] to read it! In your quest to choose a specialty, you need to ask yourself a few questions: · ... View More

Nancy Clark had been providing us with winning nutrition information for several decades. This book could be considered the "bible" for how to eat for active people. It covers the science of eating for... View More

Have you debated about eliminating body fat testing all together? Maybe you have gone to the opposite extreme and apply a very extensive... View More

Sergio Villamizar — Fitness Center Coordinator, NJCU | svillamizar@njcu.edu, 201.200.2127 I consider my work as Fitness Center Coordinator and Intramural and Recreations Coordinator for New Jersey... View More

The phone rings at LynnVanDyke.com headquarters. I answer the call with my usual greeting: "Hello, this is Lynn VanDyke. How can I help you?" "Hi, Lynn. I'm Bob, a personal trainer in Missouri,... View More

What to do if you suspect your client has an eating disorder By Amanda Tikalsky... View More