ISSA Blog Articles

Most people understand the connection between poor nutrition and weight. Unhealthy eating can also increase your risk of disease. What's the relationship between diet and poor health? And more importantly, how can you help clients improve their health?

Are your clients chasing the "V" shape? We have your back! Pun intended! But strong lats do more than just provide an aesthetic appeal. Here's what you need to know to build a better workout focused on strengthening your lats.

It's well known that a healthy diet and exercise can help you live longer. Did you know that poor grip strength has also been linked to increased mortality? Here are a few exercises that can help improve your grip, and maybe even lengthen your life.

Mobility and flexibility are essential to your client's health, athletic performance, and quality of life. Do you know how they differ and how to help your clients improve them? Here's what you need to know, plus a few ways to help your clients improve both.

The dumbbell row is great for building upper body strength. It's also a good exercise to include in a full-body workout. Here's everything you need to know about dumbbell rows as a personal trainer.

Body neutrality is about listening to your body and avoiding judgment and emotion. The focus is more on what your body can do rather just how it looks. But can it help clients hit their fitness goals? Here's what you need to know.

If you've settled in your online personal training business but are still trying to perfect your virtual assessments, check out this article. We highlight some important tips to help you!

Do you think a client with a herniated disc has to stop working out? Think again. Here's what you need to know as a personal trainer or corrective exercise specialist to help your client strengthen their back.

Do you play soccer or work with soccer athletes? Structured weight training programs for soccer help maximize each player's performance. Learn how to train soccer players off the field to get them better on the field.

Help clients build strength and improve their snatch technique. This fundamental Olympic lift requires elite muscular coordination. Try these accessory exercises to help improve strength and power during the snatch.

What's the secret to stretching for runners? Should you do it or not do it? Flexibility training for runners isn't so straightforward, but it is important. We'll help you understand when, how, and how often to get in a good stretch for maximum performance.

Are your clients bored with the standard plank? Here are 5 ways you can change it up, plus 3 of the most common mistakes to avoid!