ISSA Blog Articles

What is suspension training, what are its benefits, and how can you use it to help improve your clients’ fitness? Here are the details to get you started!

Shelves are filled with no shortage of sports drinks promoting their recovery benefits. However, keeping it simple may be your client’s best option. Dive in to explore the benefits of low-fat chocolate milk as a recovery drink option.

Having trouble getting your clients to work out during winter time? How often do you actually discuss winter workout clothing with them? Do they have options for keeping up with their workouts if they can’t go outside? This can make or break your clients in colder months. Don’t miss out on this h...

Squats can be great for building strength and burning calories. They’re efficient and effective, but squats are not for everyone. Some people may not be ready for squats or should avoid them entirely. Try some alternatives that work the same muscles.

Cross-training, in general, offers many benefits. When this type of program includes yoga, these benefits don’t just enhance your fitness, but your entire life. Here’s how.

Stress can push you to do great things, but it can also leave you feeling drained, hopeless, and overwhelmed. If stress is ruling your life, it’s time to make some changes. Quick fixes are great, but try these regular healthy habits to reduce your overall stress, day after day.

Healthy eating doesn’t mean denying yourself all the foods you enjoy. Dessert can be healthier. One way to transform a sugar-laden, fatty dessert into something more wholesome is to increase the protein content.

Consumers are more aware than ever before the importance of building a strong immune system. Uncover the role healthy foods filled with vitamins and minerals can make in supporting your client’s immune health.

Have you ever wondered about what special considerations are needed for training clients with arthritis? Check out this article now to learn the basics of how to train arthritic clients a little differently from the popularly accepted model of training!

Some foods are great at relieving low blood sugar quickly. Others are best suited for long-term regulation of your blood glucose levels. Here are a few of the top options in each category.

It’s a myth that muscles are built in the gym. Muscles are built during recovery! But so many people overlook this essential part of successful wellness. Find out how to get your clients on board with this great article on common post-workout recovery mistakes!

Some people use the word ‘hypertrophy’ when they mean something else. As a trainer, seeking clarification is important to helping clients reach their fitness goals. Here’s what hypertrophy is, the benefits it offers, training strategies, and more.