ISSA Blog Articles

Fitness revolution: Strength training takes over! ISSA and American Barbell lead the charge, transforming gyms into powerful communities where lifting heavy isn't just a workout—it's a lifestyle.

Age is just a number! Reclaim your youthful energy with heavy lifting, proper form, and consistency. Strengthen your body, boost metabolism, and stay active well into your 50s and beyond.

While strength and power are similar terms, they represent two different things in fitness. Learn what those differences are and how to train for each.

So, you want to help athletes improve by becoming a strength and conditioning specialist. But how much can you expect to make in this field? Here's what you need to know.

Want to help athletes achieve their personal best? You can do this as a strength and conditioning coach. Here’s how to become one in 3 simple steps. 

Are your clients interested in entering a bulking phase with their training? Check out these tips to learn how much and what your clients should be eating to support their bulking journey.

Bodybuilding is a sport unlike any other. It requires intense physical training and the competition is all about looks. If you’re interested in trying it or working with clients, learn more about what bodybuilding specialists do for the people they coach.

Need an effective way to improve volleyball performance? Increasing strength and power can be a challenge for most athletes, especially for those who do not train outside of practice. This workout provides the best exercises for volleyball athletes!

Strength training is essential for athletic performance in all sports. Speed, strength, and agility are key elements of a volleyball player's performance. Learn some of the best training approaches for volleyball strength and conditioning programs.

There are many benefits to becoming a certified strength and conditioning coach. But what’s the best certification program? The answer to this question depends on you.

Weight loss drugs can help people shed excess fat quickly. But they can also contribute to muscle loss. Learn ways to keep from losing muscle when taking a weight loss medication.

Posterior chain development is important for every clientto promote better performance, weight loss, muscle gain, injury prevention, and strength gains. Let's dive into the importance of posterior chain training.