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ISSA | What Type of Job Can You Get at a Gym?
What Type of Job Can You Get at a Gym?

Are you wondering what job opportunities are available at a gym? Contrary to popular belief you don’t need to be a personal trainer to work at a gym. Check out all these job opportunities for gym employment.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How to Provide Accountability Training as a Personal Trainer

Successful personal trainers hold their clients accountable. Why is this type of coaching so important and how can you increase accountability in your own clients? This article explains.

ISSA | Ultimate Training Guide: Workout Splits for Beginners

Maximize your results at the gym with our beginner-friendly guide to gym splits. Learn the best ways to divide your workouts and see real progress in no time.

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Soccer is a high-intensity sport that demands both aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, including speed, agility, strength, and power. These physical components are necessary for maximum performance in the sport. It is important to learn how to train effe..

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Toned glutes are all the rage, but there are many more reasons to improve their strength. The glutes stabilize many of our movements, preventing pain and injuries. Help your clients get all the benefits of stronger, balanced glutes with these corrective routines.

,ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, How to Identify and Correct Tight Hip Flexors

Hip flexors are commonly misunderstood. Are yours really tight? Or are they weak and underused? What even are these hip flexors? Check out our latest post to learn more about this important muscle group, what it means to have tight hip flexors, and what you can do to loosen them up.

ISSA | Why the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies Matters to Customers

ISSA has been ranked on the 2023 Inc. 5000 annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. What does that mean for its customers?

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline,  How to Release Tight Quads in 2 Simple Steps

Do you struggle with tight quadriceps muscles? This can lead to pain, increased injury risk, and more. Here’s how to release your quad tightness in just two steps.

ISSA | Tips to Cross-Sell and Upsell to Increase Fitness Revenue

Cross-selling and upselling are two ways to increase your revenue as a fitness professional. If you’re interested in either of these approaches, here are a few tips to get started.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Corrective Exercise, How to Relieve Tight Muscles in the Neck and Shoulders

As trainers, we know upper back tension is rampant among clients. In this article, we explore things that can lead to tight muscles in the neck and shoulders and what to do about it. We also give you a great sharable “How To” for your clients.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Gracilis Muscle Pain: Causes, Stretches, Strength Exercises

If you have pain in the groin or inner thigh, your gracilis may be to blame. Learn what causes pain in the gracilis muscle, along with treatment options—including effective gracilis exercises.

Are Your Genetics Good for Bodybuilding—And Does it Matter?

Can a genetic test tell you if you have the potential to be a champion bodybuilder? Maybe, but more importantly, a lifestyle DNA test can provide information to refine workouts, nutrition, and goals. Help your clients understand their results, whether they’re destined to be good at bodybuilding.