ISSA Blog Articles

How to Get Started in Fitness Competitions - Women's Edition

Getting ready for your first fitness competition can be daunting, but we’ll help you start. Check out this beginners guide for women interested in starting out in bikini, figure, and physique competitions.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Leg Press Exercise Guide, Plus Common Mistakes

Do you want to build bigger and stronger legs? Incorporate the leg press into your lower body routine. Learn how to maximize your results and get the most out of the leg press.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Why Should I Become a Yoga Teacher?

There are many benefits to becoming a yoga teacher. Here are several to consider—even if you don’t plan to actively teach this practice.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, yoga, Yoga and Shoulder Injury: From Healing to Prevention

Yoga offers many benefits. One is its ability to help shoulder injuries heal. This article explains which poses are best for this purpose. It also provides helpful tips for creating a yoga practice that doesn't result in shoulder pain.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Everything You Need to Know About Bulgarian Split Squats

The Bulgarian split squat is a game-changer for your strength workout. Learn how to master this move, for yourself or to guide clients, and you’ll see big gains in lower body strength fast.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, In-Person vs Online Yoga Teacher Training: Which Is Best?

Yoga teacher training can increase your knowledge and skills while adding to your credibility. But what type of training is best: in-person or online? Here we compare both, helping you pick the right option for you.

Beginner Workout Mistakes Everyone Makes

Whether you're just starting out or have been at it a while, make sure you're not skipping the basics. Read through these common workout mistakes and get rid of your bad habits.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Lat Pulldown Exercise Guide: Benefits, Variations, Mistakes

Having a strong and muscular back is a popular goal. Not only is this true for physical appearance, but also for injury prevention. If you’re looking to build strength and muscle in your back, check out this exercise guide for lat pulldowns.

Pelvic Tilt: What Is It and How Do You Correct It?

Does your client have a pelvic tilt? It's more common than you might think!

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Yoga, Sartorius Muscle, Hip and Knee Pain? Use Yoga for Your Sartorius Muscle

Acute hip and knee discomfort may be coming from a place you've never heard of! Explore the sartorius muscle and how yoga can help you keep it healthy!