ISSA Blog Articles

Fitness trends come and go, but whole-body vibration may have some staying power. Can you really vibrate your way to stronger muscles, less body fat, and sustained weight loss? The science says yes. Here are the details.

Microaggressions may seem harmless in nature or perhaps even funny at times, but they are sinister in nature and really a form of insult. Here we’ll break down three ways to address microaggressions in your fitness spaces and everyday life.

Pain in the knee is all too common. But how do you know when the pain is serious enough to warrant seeking treatment? Here are a few symptoms to look for.

You want to help clients make positive, lasting changes. Two ways to do this are intrinsic coaching and motivational interviewing. Learn the differences, as well as how to use both together for effective behavioral change.

Losing Fred is not only losing a brother, a partner and great friend for nearly 40 years, but I want you to know that the WORLD has lost one of the most influential fitness icons of all time.

The professional personal trainer will successfully build a program for a stroke victim client and coach them through to program completion. As you can imagine, when someone suffers a stroke and loses their independence, lack of motivation becomes a barrier to success.

Being pregnant and training regularly throughout pregnancy is like the girl at the gym who’s on the stair climber with ankle weights: She’s working twice as hard just to keep up. But just because it’s harder doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be done.

Before we talk about your shopping spree, let’s make sure we’re clear on why your Dad needs a trainer. Did you know Mom’s body wasn’t the only one that went through some changes when you came into the world? You know what I’m talking about.

Many women feel bodybuilding is not for them—until they learn about the benefits! Start developing a women’s bodybuilding program with these tips in our latest blog.

Looking to incorporate more power exercises into your client’s workout routines? Check out this article for tips and exercises for improving power.

Foam rolling is a great addition to any exercise program. But not every client has access to a foam roller. So, how do you help clients perform SMR? Check out these foam roller alternatives.

Are your clients interested in entering a bulking phase with their training? Check out these tips to learn how much and what your clients should be eating to support their bulking journey.