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Strength Zone Training – True Full Range of Motion Strength Training
July 17, 2020
This article discusses how personal trainers can utilize the strength zone training system in order to develop true full range of motion strength, and thus help clients perform better and further reduce injury risk.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Range of Motion Isolation Exercises Joint Movement Mechanical Tension
Are the Seated Leg Extension, Leg Curl, and Adduction Machine Exercises Non-Functional or Risky?
June 1, 2017
This article highlights the scientific evidence on exercises like the seated leg extension, leg curl, and adduction machines to highlight their potential benefits on enhanced performance and potentially reducing injury risk.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Safety PTQ injury risk seated leg extension seated leg curl adduction machine personal training
Common Medications that Lifters Over 40 Take, and How they Affect Exercise and Nutrition
October 30, 2020
This article aims to offer guidance on the effects of certain medications, as well as help personal trainers and their clients in the consultation process with qualified physicians and pharmacists.
Personal trainers Nutrition Supplements Resistance Training Statins Beta Blockers ACE Inhibitors Blood Sugar Medications NSAIDS Acid Blockers
The Importance of Creatine Timing for Muscle Size and Strength
September 15, 2023
This article provides a discussion around the evidence on creatine timing and supplementation.
Personal trainers Nutrition Creatine Carbohydrates Timing Micronutrients
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
A Coach’s Dozen: An Update on Building Healthy, Strong, and Resilient Young Athletes
October 1, 2018
The “coach’s dozen” is a collection of 12 principles that will help youth coaches, physical education teachers, and pediatric exercise specialists maintain inclusive, sustainable, and enjoyable participation in exercise and sport.
Coaches Program design Youth Athlete Youth Training LTAD Long term athletic Development hs-coaching infographics
Understanding the Physiological Limiting Factors of VO2max
December 17, 2018
Determining VO2max can be useful in all areas of health, from potential diagnosis of heart disease in the elderly to measuring peak performance in elite athletes. This article will discuss the physiological limiting factors of VO2max and the role each plays in cardiovascular improvement.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Vo2 Max Aerobic Capacity Aerobic Training Cardiovascular Training
Exercise Considerations for Persons with Metabolic Syndrome
June 28, 2014
In this lecture from the NSCA's 2014 National Conference, Peter Ronai examines methodologies for personal trainers who work with clients possessing metabolic syndrome and co-morbid medical conditions. Peter provides trainers with helpful resources and recommendations as they work with this special population.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease individualization Metabolic Syndrome Exercise Considerations Special Populations
The Red Light – Green Light System – A Simple Tool to Assess and Individualize Group Training
February 9, 2020
This article introduces a potential solution for programming in the large group fitness setting with a wide variety of fitness levels.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Client Assessment Modifications Exercise Selection
Does Cryotherapy Work? A Look at the Evidence
September 24, 2018
Whole body cryotherapy through cold air exposure has been used to accelerate recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage. Questions remain, such as: does cryotherapy work, is there a minimum effective dose, and if so, what is it?
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Recovery Alternative Methods Cryotherapy
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