ISSA Blog Articles

One bag of pretzels equals one serving, right?! We wish! Check in on your portion sizes and try these tips to make it easier to eat healthy and avoid the trap of overeating.

Stopping or resisting food cravings can seem impossible at times, but there is hope. Learn what they mean, what triggers them, and then take these positive steps to halt cravings in their tracks.

A plank is deceptively simple, but that makes it a great move for anyone at any fitness level. With variations and modifications, everyone can reap the benefits of doing planks. Here’s how.

Do you find it easy to pack on muscle and gain weight? Your ability to maintain more muscle mass leads to less body fat. This could mean that you have a mesomorph body type. Learn more about how a mesomorph can eat and workout to maximize their efforts.

How do you train clients for speed—is it enough to just go fast or do they need to go beyond basic forward movement? We'll breakdown the differences between agility and speed to help you determine what works best for your clients' goals. Plus, we've included a shareable list to use as a quick rev...

You want to help others improve their fitness, but you’re concerned that your age may limit your ability to grow your client list. Does anyone really want to work with an older personal trainer? Of course! Being an older trainer even offers a few benefits.

Considering the paleo diet to help you build muscle? Before you do, it’s important to know this diet’s pros and cons. Here we share a few of both. We also help you decide whether the paleo bodybuilding diet is right for you.

Do your hips always feel tight and painful? Do you sit all day at work? Unlock and open stiff hips with these yoga poses for greater mobility and flexibility.

Everyone loves to hit a PR. How can you help your client have more motivating wins? Check out our latest post for training tips to hit your goals.

If you or a client have breast cancer, exercise may be the last thing you think about. But there are many benefits of exercising after a breast cancer diagnosis and during treatment. Here's what to consider.

Do you use plyometrics with your clients? Whether you're working with an athlete or a beginner, they can help clients improve function and lower injury risk with greater power.

Exercise strengthens the immune system. But what if you or your client’s immunity is compromised due to a cold, flu, or other illness? Learn when exercise may be okay even if you’re not feeling well and when rest is a better choice than working out.