ISSA Blog Articles

You want to help people lose weight and get in shape, but you’ve also decided that you want to do it on your own. What do you need to do to start a business as an independent personal trainer? This checklist can help.

Some people believe that they can’t get into better shape without joining a high-cost gym or buying expensive workout equipment. But you can still improve your fitness if you have a small (or nonexistent) budget. Here’s how.

Are you mentally tough? Do you know what it means to have mental toughness? Elite athletes will tell you that this one aspect of training is more important than the rest, even physical readiness. Here’s how to get it.

Do vitamin B12 shots help with weight loss? Who should get these shots? Who should avoid them? We answer all these questions, and more.

Do you struggle with tight quadriceps muscles? This can lead to pain, increased injury risk, and more. Here’s how to release your quad tightness in just two steps.

Older adults live sedentary lifestyles contributing to the decline of health with age. The importance of cardiovascular health should not be overlooked. Implement these cardiovascular exercises for seniors to improve and maintain their quality of life.

Bad habits are hard to break, especially with diet, weight loss, and exercise. If you’re exercising, eating right, and cutting out sugar but not losing pounds, you may need to reassess your habits. These are 7 major culprits and how to change them.

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are popular supplements for muscle building. But what if you want to get the benefits of fasting too? Does a BCAA supplement break a fast? We’ll break it down for you.

If you’re thinking about becoming a personal trainer and debating as to whether you really need a Personal Trainer Certification to train clients, this article is for you!

Some health and wellness roles naturally complement each other. Health coaching and personal training is a good example. Here are a few solid reasons why you should consider adding health coaching to your personal training services.

Losing weight isn’t as simple as cutting calories. You need to know how many calories to cut while still meeting your body’s nutritional needs—and this number is different for everyone. Here’s how to determine the best calorie intake for your weight loss success.

Dietary fat can be a polarizing topic. The truth is that everyone needs some amount of fat for optimal health. Learn why it’s so important, what types of fat to focus on, and the healthiest fat choices.