ISSA Blog Articles
The personal trainer exam covers a ton of information. So how do you get through it all and find the time to study while still trying to juggle home, work, and everything else?
Don't have access to a gym? Bodyweight exercises are just as effective as weight training. They can be done anywhere and anytime. Help clients stay on track even without gym equipment. Check out these top bodyweight shoulder exercises.
You want to become a certified personal trainer. But which certification is best? Learn why the answer to this question isn’t the same for everyone.
Most personal trainers will have clients who part ways with them during their careers. Follow along as we discuss some of the common reasons why clients leave and how you can minimize it.
Tiredness, fatigue, and lack of energy plague American adults. We don't sleep enough, work too much, and are too sedentary. As a trainer, you have the ability to educate your clients and potential clients about how they can use exercise to increase energy and conquer fatigue.
Easing tight calf muscles begins with finding the cause. Here are a few reasons behind calf tightness, as well as strategies for getting them to relax.
There is no shortage of protein drink options on the shelves today. Dive in to discover the importance of protein—even on a rest day—and the benefits protein shakes can offer to support recovery.
If the idea of obtaining your personal trainer certification feels overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, you can become a certified personal trainer by taking these 3 steps.
Being able to do a handstand is a pretty cool trick, and you don’t have to be a trained gymnast or yogi to do it. You might be surprised to find out there is a lot more to standing upside down than impressing people. Important benefits of doing a handstand will have you itching to try it.
Are you looking to improve your clients’ balance? Check out these five exercises that target the core and help improve balance and add them to your client’s next workout session.
Jenny and Dan chat with Maria Gonzalez. She tells her story of coming to the U.S. starting her career in the fitness industry, all while also learning the English language.
Hamstrings are often neglected in favor of more popular leg muscles like the quads, but muscle balance is important for function and performance. Beef up your client's leg day with these exercises for hamstring muscle growth and strength.