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A Guide to Muscle Protein Synthesis for the Physique Athlete and Coach
March 3, 2023
This article discusses the balance between muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and muscle protein breakdown (MPB) to help individuals better achieve their goals in muscle hypertrophy.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition Hypertrophy Protein Synthesis Physique Athlete
Include Closed-Chain and Open-Chained Core Exercises
December 26, 2020
This excerpt from Developing the Core briefly defines closed- and open-chain exercises and their respective roles in training.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Program design Closed-chain Exercise Open-chain Exercise Trunk Core Musculature
Giving the Clients What They Want—A Personal Perspective
October 1, 2014
It is the job of the personal trainer to help clients reach their goals in a safe and effective manner. However, it can be easy to lose sight of the big picture of a client’s life and have tunnel vision on specific training aspects that may not matter.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Professional Development personal trainers how to be a successful personal trainer Personal training
Examining the Connection between Training the Core and Performance
November 26, 2021
This article examines how training the core and performance are connected. This article seeks to help propose how to best use the literature to maximize understanding and use of the current concepts.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Core Strength Core Stability Star Excursion Balance Test
Whole Food, Plant-Based Diets
June 1, 2017
By following the guidelines of the American Dietetic Association, a vegan or whole food, plant-based diet can be a viable option for athletes as well as non-athletes to maintain health, support athletic performance, and positively impact the environment.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition PTQ vegan whole food diet
Injury Prevention and Proper Movement—Anecdotal Evidence to Help Tactical Athletes Perform at their Best
January 1, 2014
Chronic fatigue, stress, sleep deprivation, unhealthy diets, and pain can be commonplace in most departments. The tactical facilitator should try to keep their action plans simple and achievable to help prevent injuries and optimize performance.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Safety training for tactical athletes TSAC tactical strength and conditioning
Lesser-Known Careers in Health and Fitness
January 28, 2022
This article highlights some untapped opportunities within the healthcare industry, where personal trainers can still make a meaningful impact and promote health and fitness.
Personal trainers Professional Development Wellness Director Health and Wellness Sports Engineer Coach
Kids Must Strength Train – A Call to Action
November 6, 2020
This article discusses the impact and importance of resistance training with kids on their mental and physiological health and well-being.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Resistance Training Youth Athleticism SAID Principle Motor Development
Functional Core Assessment
October 11, 2019
This excerpt from Developing the Core discusses two testing methods that may predict a strong or weak core based on how well the participant completes the task.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Testing and Evaluation Core SEBT Single-Leg Squat Test
Sedentariness, Deconditioning, and Practical Considerations for Personal Trainers
January 28, 2019
This article summarizes current populations and descriptions of sedentariness and deconditioning, and offers practical considerations for personal trainers working with these behaviors.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Deconditioning Sedentary Clients Sedentariness Client Behaviors
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