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ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline,  How to Release Tight Quads in 2 Simple Steps
How to Release Tight Quads in 2 Simple Steps

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.

ISSA | Tips to Cross-Sell and Upsell to Increase Fitness Revenue

Cross-selling and upselling are two ways to increase your revenue as a fitness professional. If you’re interested in either of these approaches, here are a few tips to get started.

ISSA | Why the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies Matters to Customers

ISSA has been ranked on the 2023 Inc. 5000 annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. What does that mean for its customers?

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, What’s the Best Health Coach Certification Program?

You want to become a certified health coach. What’s the best certification program? Here’s what to look for, along with what you need to know before you enroll in any health coach certification course.

Are Your Genetics Good for Bodybuilding—And Does it Matter?

Can a genetic test tell you if you have the potential to be a champion bodybuilder? Maybe, but more importantly, a lifestyle DNA test can provide information to refine workouts, nutrition, and goals. Help your clients understand their results, whether they’re destined to be good at bodybuilding.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Corrective Exercise, How to Relieve Tight Muscles in the Neck and Shoulders

As trainers, we know upper back tension is rampant among clients. In this article, we explore things that can lead to tight muscles in the neck and shoulders and what to do about it. We also give you a great sharable “How To” for your clients.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Gracilis Muscle Pain: Causes, Stretches, Strength Exercises

If you have pain in the groin or inner thigh, your gracilis may be to blame. Learn what causes pain in the gracilis muscle, along with treatment options—including effective gracilis exercises.

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Personalized genetic tests make training more individualized than ever before. If you have information about your client's ability to gain and grow muscle, you can maximize their workouts, help them set more appropriate goals, and guide them to make progress more effectively and efficiently.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Agility Training for Tennis Players

Improve your tennis game with agility training. Check out this comprehensive guide that includes drills, exercises, and tips to enhance your footwork and speed on the court.

 ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How to Correct High Hip (Lateral Pelvic Tilt) in the Gym

Sometimes a high hip—also known as a lateral pelvic tilt—requires a doctor's visit to fix. But here are a few things to try in the gym that may also help.

Strong and Shapely: Shoulder Exercises for Women

Looking to build strong, stable shoulders without increasing mass? Check out this article for a breakdown of the best shoulder exercises to get the job done.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, What Are the Challenges of Being a Nutritionist?

Learn some of the most common challenges a nutritionist faces. We also share ways to overcome these issues, increasing your success in a nutritionist role.