ISSA Blog Articles
“I don’t want to be better at my sport” said no athlete ever. So, what’s one way to improve sports performance for yourself or training clients? Agility ladder drills. Here are five that are easy enough for beginners but still effectively boost speed and agility.
Are you or your clients looking to go hiking this summer? Here are some tips to develop a safe and effective exercise program to build muscle and endurance for hikes.
Never heard of an Exercise Therapy Specialist? Well, let's take a deeper look at who these people are, why they are so important, and how you can become one of them!
Mental preparation can enhance performance and help clients achieve better physical results. Up your game with these tips to harness the power of your brain, here on the blog.
Want to better help your personal training clients who are injured or have a chronic illness? You can do this as an exercise therapist. Learn what exercise therapy entails. We also share how it can help clients with both acute and chronic conditions.
Gyms often pay trainers based on a commission structure. Here are a few of the most common commission structures. We also share factors that can affect commission, and questions to ask before agreeing to a specific structure.
Exercise can help boost the strength and resiliency of the mind. But, when clients have mental health issues, it can be very difficult for them to even get out of bed. Learn about using fitness to boost mental health and how being aware can make all the difference!
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!
Do you understand the overload principle well enough to plan the most effective programs for your clients? We’ve got you covered in this latest post about progressing safely and maximizing training gains.
Pre-workout supplements are rising in popularity. But do you need them to hit your fitness goals? Here’s what research tells us.
You can become a personal trainer, or you can become an elite personal trainer. What's the benefit of achieving an "elite" designation? There are seven.
Post-exercise muscle soreness can make working out more difficult. If it’s severe, it may cause clients to stop exercising altogether. Learn exactly what delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is and how to avoid it.