ISSA Blog Articles

Being able to do a handstand is a pretty cool trick, and you don’t have to be a trained gymnast or yogi to do it. You might be surprised to find out there is a lot more to standing upside down than impressing people. Important benefits of doing a handstand will have you itching to try it.

Health coaching is a great career, but do you have an idea of what you can charge and earn? Learn more about the going rates, how to price, and what health coaches make before diving in.

If you work out regularly, you know how important protein is to fuel exercise and build muscle tissue in recovery. Is there a perfect protein source? Probably not, but eggs come pretty close. Here's why eggs should be a go-to snack and recovery food in your regular rotation.

Tracking your fitness metrics is a great way to stay motivated, but connecting with your friends is where the fun begins. Set up activity tracker competitions with friends to make working out more fun, to get motivated, and to hit more goals faster.

Jenny and Dan chat with Maria Gonzalez. She tells her story of coming to the U.S. starting her career in the fitness industry, all while also learning the English language.

We all deserve to feel welcome and included within the fitness space. Learn how to make your fitness business more inclusive for all people, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.

Are you looking to improve your clients’ balance? Check out these five exercises that target the core and help improve balance and add them to your client’s next workout session.

Barre is a trendy workout for good reasons: it’s fun and effective. Don’t let the idea of ballet intimidate you. It’s an accessible workout great for beginners.

Hamstrings are often neglected in favor of more popular leg muscles like the quads, but muscle balance is important for function and performance. Beef up your client's leg day with these exercises for hamstring muscle growth and strength.

Some people think building muscle after 50 is unlikely. We know otherwise. Here are five strategies that have been proven to increase muscle mass later in life.

Giving muscle adequate time to recover reduces injury and boosts growth. Taking supplements may assist with this process. Here are seven muscle recovery supplements to consider.

Tai chi is an ancient practice with a big modern following. It benefits physical and mental health, improving fitness, balance, concentration, mood, and more.