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ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Should You Add Pilates to Your Workout? Yes, and Here’s Why
Should You Add Pilates to Your Workout? Yes, and Here’s Why

If your workout doesn’t currently include Pilates, you’re missing out on its many benefits. We also share how to add Pilates to your cardio and strength training routines.

Top Tips for New Personal Trainers
Top Tips for New Personal Trainers to Build and Grow Your Business

There are several things you can do to increase your success as a personal trainer. Here are some of our top tips for creating a personal training business capable of withstanding the test of time.

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Why Your Glutes Aren't Growing

Squats and lunges and leg lifts, OH MY! All this effort and those glutes are still not growing. Find out why and get on the right track to strong, growing glutes today!

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Build a Better Backside: Strengthening Your Posterior Chain

Posterior chain development is important for every clientto promote better performance, weight loss, muscle gain, injury prevention, and strength gains. Let's dive into the importance of posterior chain training.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, The Best Quads Workout for Everyone
7 Best Quad Exercises for Boosting Leg Strength & Size

Some people want to build strength in their thigh muscles. Others are interested in increasing their upper leg size. Here are some of the best quad exercises for achieving both fitness goals.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Everything You Need to Know About HIIT Workouts
HIIT Workouts: Everything You Need to Know

From what it is to how to do it and why you should, check out our ultimate guide to HIIT workouts and how to incorporate them into your routine.

How to Prevent Muscle Loss While Taking Weight Loss Drugs
How to Prevent Muscle Loss While Taking Weight Loss Drugs

Weight loss drugs can help people shed excess fat quickly. But they can also contribute to muscle loss. Learn ways to keep from losing muscle when taking a weight loss medication.

Cycling + Strength Training: How Important is it to Do Both?
Cycling + Strength Training: How Important is it to Do Both?

It's hard to tear a cycling enthusiast away from their bike. But getting into the gym a couple times a week is so important for strength, performance, and injury prevention. A simple, regular strength workout can take any cyclist to the next level.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Cycling, Best Leg Workouts for Cycling Strength & Endurance
Best Leg Workouts for Cycling Strength & Endurance

More people than ever are using indoor cycling as a way to stay fit. Leg strength and endurance make it easier to perform this sport. Here are the best workouts for building both muscle and stamina.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How Much Should I Charge as a Running Coach?
How Much Should I Charge as a Running Coach?

If you have a passion for running, why not put it to work? Running coaches are in demand for both serious athletes and amateur racers. Learn what you need for this career and how much you can charge clients.

Low Impact Cardio Doesn’t Have to Mean Low Intensity
Low Impact Cardio Doesn’t Have to Mean Low Intensity

It’s not uncommon for clients to equate low-impact cardio with being low-intensity. As a personal trainer, you can help clear up this misconception. Consider these options.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How to Become a Running Coach: A Simple 5-Step Process
How to Become a Running Coach: A Simple 5-Step Process

Want to expand your fitness services? Becoming a running coach is one option. And it takes just five simple steps.

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