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ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, Foam, Foam Rolling Essentials: Benefits, Exercises & More
Foam Rolling Essentials: Benefits, Exercises & More

Post-exercise recovery is just as beneficial as a good workout and a foam roller assists with this. Learn how a foam roller works and the benefits it provides. We also share when to use a foam roller, foam roller exercises, and more best practice tips.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Muscle Fatigue Symptoms: How to Prevent & Treat Them
Muscle Fatigue Symptoms: How to Prevent & Treat Them

Part of being an effective personal trainer is recognizing when your client’s muscles are fatigued. Which muscle fatigue symptoms should you watch for and how can you prevent or treat them? This article explains.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, Kids, Kids in the weight room....the benefit of strength training
Kids In the Weight Room? Yes, With These Guidelines

There are varying opinions on whether kids belong in the weight room. Here’s one trainer’s story on this topic. We also share guidelines to consider when it comes to children and lifting weights.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Can Personal Trainers Help End Childhood Obesity?
Can Personal Trainers Help End Childhood Obesity?

Childhood obesity continues to rise. Could personal trainers be the ones who help turn this trend around? In this article, we answer this question in-depth. We also provide a few strategies to help prevent and overcome obesity in children.

Bench Press Accessory Exercises for Every Client
Bench Press Accessory Exercises for Every Client

Is your client having a hard time breaking a plateau on their bench press? These accessory exercises will help them bust through it in no time!

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Benefits of Resistance Bands & How to Add Them to a Workout
Benefits of Resistance Bands & How to Add Them to a Workout

Exercising with resistance bands provides many benefits. Here are a few to consider. We also share the best way to add bands to a fitness workout.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Why Personal Trainers Need to Know Anatomy and Physiology
Why Personal Trainers Need to Know Anatomy and Physiology

Want to be a personal trainer? It’s about more than just telling clients which exercises to do. You need to have an in-depth understanding of the human body. Here’s why. (Plus a few ways to boost your human anatomy knowledge.)

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, The Murph Workout Challenge: What It Is, Plus the Benefits
The Murph Workout Challenge: What It Is, Plus the Benefits

Competing in a challenge can make completing a tough workout that much sweeter. It also provides a bit of camaraderie with others who also like to push their bodies to the limit. Sound appealing? The Murph Challenge is a good option.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Correcting Pelvic Imbalances–Anterior, Posterior, & Lateral
Correcting Pelvic Imbalances–Anterior, Posterior, & Lateral

The pelvis is the center of motion of the body. If it gets out of whack, you’ll feel it in your back, hips, neck, and more. It’s worth taking a little time to identify any imbalances and do the exercises and strength training necessary to fix them.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Muscle Imbalances in the Head, Neck, and Shoulders
Muscle Imbalances in the Head, Neck, and Shoulders

Muscles in the head, neck, and shoulders are prone to imbalance. Here’s how to recognize issues in these areas. You’ll also learn a few exercises for restoring balance once again.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Muscle Balance Tests: Why They’re Important & Test Options
Muscle Balance Tests: Why They’re Important & Test Options

Do you currently assess your clients’ muscle balance? If not, here’s why you should. We also share a few of your muscle balance test options.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Healthy Breakfast Meal Prep Ideas for Different Diet Plans
Healthy Breakfast Meal Prep Ideas for Different Diet Plans

Your breakfast food options will vary based on the diet plan you follow. Here are a few healthy breakfast ideas for some of the most common diet types. The best part? You can prep them in advance, making them perfect for busy mornings!

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