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Features, Benefits, and Results—How to Differentiate Yourself in a Competitive Market
October 1, 2014
By understanding the differences between features, benefits, and results, along with how they impact current or potential clients, personal trainers can separate themselves from the rest of the pack and ensure long-term success of their business.
Personal trainers Professional Development personal training personal training business marketing for personal trainers
Optimizing Athletic Performance—Are Carbohydrates Necessary?
April 1, 2013
Before sports nutritionists and coaches begin prescribing unconventional eating recommendations to athletes, it is important to consider the scientific evidence supporting a low-carbohydrate diet for boosting athletic performance.
Personal trainers Nutrition Low-carbohydrate diet paleo diet carbs carbohydrates
Beetroot Juice Supplementation and Exercise
January 1, 2013
This article addresses possible benefits, proposed mechanisms, dosage, and frequency of beetroot juice as an ergogenic aid.
Personal trainers Nutrition ergogenic aid supplement Beetroot juice
Disrupting Unhealthy Habits with Environmental Modifications
April 1, 2015
Because habits are contextually linked, it is reasonable to suggest that modifying the environment may disrupt the habit process and allow conscious intention to guide behavior. This article focuses on providing practical recommendations to aid individuals with intentions to exercise and eat healthy to reach their goals in the face of undesirable habits.
Personal trainers Nutrition Program design environmental modification personal training behavior modification healthy habits
Core Development through the Use of Sled Training
April 2, 2016
Using the sled closely mimics real-time sports performance movements and activities because of the horizontal resistance opposing the vertical movements typically seen in a weight room setting. This article highlights a variety of sled training exercises designed to target the core musculature.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design personal training core training Sled training
Utilizing Battling Rope Exercises for HIIT and SMIT
June 4, 2016
Battling rope exercises can be used as a metabolic training modality following a comprehensive resistance training workout to increase the client’s heart rate and help maximize the metabolic cost of the training session.
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Resistance Training and Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement— Considerations for Prosthesis and Client Safety
April 1, 2017
Historically, patients who undergo reverse total shoulder arthroplasty/ replacement (rTSA) procedures receive much stricter activity limitations for sports and resistance training endeavors in comparison to the traditional total shoulder arthroplasty/replacement. This may cause confusion amongst personal trainers about safety as it relates to designing resistance training programs for these patients.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design strength and conditioning reverse total shoulder arthroplasty shoulder replacement
Training Considerations for Rowing Athletes
October 1, 2014
This article looks at the four phases of the rowing stroke: the catch, drive, finish, and recovery. A sample resistance training program that addresses all four phases is included.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design rowing strength training weight training Training for rowing
The Training Trap—Building Financial Freedom in an Appointment-Based Career
April 1, 2015
The career path of a personal trainer inherently presents a certain amount of instability and unpredictability, but this does not have to last. There is no reason that personal trainers cannot make great money, afford health insurance, save for retirement, and create more freedom in their lives.
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Clinical Application of Eccentric Training
March 1, 2015
This article addresses the implications and clinical applications of eccentric training. It also provides general exercise guidelines and future directions of eccentric training.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Eccentric training
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