ISSA Blog Articles

Most clients want to get bigger, faster, and stronger. As a personal trainer or strength coach, you can help clients achieve these goals through compound weightlifting. Fortunately, clients do not have to be in the gym all day if they train smart.

Want to add more variety to your clients' workouts? One way to achieve this goal is with the front squat. This guide explains the benefits of this exercise, what proper form looks like, how to incorporate it seamlessly, and more!

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.

Warrior 2 is a classic yoga pose that everyone should be able to do. It strengthens the legs, lengthens the spine, and opens the chest and shoulders. Here’s how to do a perfect warrior 2 pose.

Motivational interviewing is a helpful tool when coaching clients. But what questions are best for promoting change? Here are a few of the most powerful.

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.