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Type 1 Diabetes Advocate Transforms Personal Journey into Professional Mission
Type 1 Diabetes Advocate Transforms Personal Journey into Professional Mission

Switching insulin pumps led Amanda Mueller to discover her true calling - empowering women with Type 1 diabetes through strength training, while breaking barriers and building a supportive community.

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Running is a popular sport. Millions sign up annually to compete in races ranging from 5ks to full marathons, and even virtual runs. For those interested in improving their speed or endurance, these nine workouts deliver.

This ISSA Elite Trainer Turned Personal Setback into Professional Success

After a car accident, Dakota Young turned recovery into a passion for fitness. Now an ISSA Elite Trainer, she inspires others.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, Squat, Squats, Essential Moves: Your Complete Guide to the Front Squat

Want to add more variety to your clients' workouts? One way to achieve this goal is with the front squat. This guide explains the benefits of this exercise, what proper form looks like, how to incorporate it seamlessly, and more!

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It’s no secret that the foods we eat affect our performance. If you train endurance athletes, here are a few dietary recommendations to help them perform better in their events of choice.

From Deployment to Certification: How Active Duty Members Can Become Personal Trainers with ISSA

From active duty to a career in fitness, learn how ISSA's military-friendly certifications help you thrive as a personal trainer.

The Best Personal Trainer Certification Programs

Thinking about becoming a personal trainer but not sure what course to select? We've compiled some of the key factors you should consider when making your decision.

ISSA's Top 10 Fitness Industry Blogs of 2024

A 2024 year in review of ISSA’s most read blogs.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How to Make Money as a Personal Trainer—In-Person and Online

Is fitness your passion? You could earn a lot of money as a personal trainer. It's not easy, though. Being a successful trainer takes passion and hard work. If you're motivated, excited about helping others, and ready work, this is what you need to know!

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, What’s the Best Nutrition Certification?

If you want to become a certified nutrition coach, you may wonder which certification is best. Here we share our thoughts on the topic. We also discuss ways to use your new nutrition certification to help promote your services.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, 6 Types of Clients Who Need a Health Coach

Working with a health coach can be life changing. But what type of client needs one? Check out this article to learn more about health coaching and how you can help more clients meet their goals.

 ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, 7 Plyometrics for Speed and Power

Plyometric exercises are great additions to a regular routine of cardio and weightlifting. They build power and strength, develop more fast twitch muscle fibers, and improve speed. If you want to be a faster runner or just a more agile athlete, try these exercises.