ISSA Blog Articles
In fitness, we often talk with clients about fat, carb, and protein intake. We discuss quality sources of each and how much to consume. However, nutrient timing matters too. Here’s why, and how to do it based on exercise type or fitness goal.
By forging partnerships with correctional facilities nationwide, ISSA is transforming lives behind bars through fitness education, certification, and the likelihood of employment upon release.
Think training clients in the gym is your only option as a personal trainer? That’s just the beginning. Explore these alternative uses for your personal training certification.
You don’t have to work full-time as a personal trainer to enjoy this fitness role. Learn several benefits of training others part-time, as well as how to get started—even if you have no experience.
It can be incredibly rewarding to work as a transformation specialist. Not familiar with this fitness role? Learn what a transformation specialist does. We also share how to become one.
Want to better help your personal training clients who are injured or have a chronic illness? You can do this as an exercise therapist. Learn what exercise therapy entails. We also share how it can help clients with both acute and chronic conditions.
Are you or your clients looking to go hiking this summer? Here are some tips to develop a safe and effective exercise program to build muscle and endurance for hikes.
Exercise is more than just a path to physical strength—it's a gateway to glowing skin. The boost in circulation from a vigorous workout does more than just energize your muscles; it rejuvenates your skin by promoting detoxification and oxygenation.
Gyms often pay trainers based on a commission structure. Here are a few of the most common commission structures. We also share factors that can affect commission, and questions to ask before agreeing to a specific structure.
Never heard of an Exercise Therapy Specialist? Well, let's take a deeper look at who these people are, why they are so important, and how you can become one of them!
Mental preparation can enhance performance and help clients achieve better physical results. Up your game with these tips to harness the power of your brain, here on the blog.
“I don’t want to be better at my sport” said no athlete ever. So, what’s one way to improve sports performance for yourself or training clients? Agility ladder drills. Here are five that are easy enough for beginners but still effectively boost speed and agility.