ISSA Blog
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ISSA Releases 2026 Fitness Hiring Report, Revealing Structural “Readiness Gap” As the Greatest Challenge to Global Fitness Industry Growth Data from the...
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Industry sources report approximately 80% of new personal trainers leave the profession within the first two years. Not because they can't train,...
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With more than one billion women globally in menopause, one of the most significant and underserved phases of life is rapidly emerging...
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24 Hour Fitness, a leader in the health and fitness industry for more than four decades, today announced an education partnership with...
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ISSA and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) partner to help former NFL athletes and their families transition into fitness careers with ISSA...
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ISSA’s new GLP-1 Weight Loss Support Training course empowers fitness professionals to confidently guide clients using Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro. Learn to...
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Entrenador de Fuerza y Acondicionamiento: The first comprehensive Strength and Conditioning course in Spanish in the US
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International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a globally recognized leader in online fitness and wellness certifications, has announced a category-exclusive partnership with Allied...
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International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the global leader in online fitness and wellness education, and REIGN Total Body Fuel, the ultimate performance...
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The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) has unveiled an exclusive partnership with American Barbell, a trailblazer in the fitness equipment industry.
Training Tips
Exercise snacking is the simple habit of adding short bursts of movement throughout your day. Learn how these mini workouts support fitness,...
Training Tips
Are you looking for a new way to enhance your workouts? Discover the benefits of ditching your shoes and connecting with the...
Training Tips
Maximize your results at the gym with our beginner-friendly guide to gym splits. Learn the best ways to divide your workouts and...
Training Tips
Becoming a personal trainer can be a rewarding career path, but there are a variety of factors and fears holding many people...
Training Tips
Working with a personal trainer offers many benefits! Check out this article to uncover if some extra support is the key to...
Training Tips
There are many different training methods you can use with clients, but for the most efficient and effective, you need to get...
Training Tips
Some people want to build strength in their thigh muscles. Others are interested in increasing their upper leg size. Here are some...
Training Tips
Is 3 hours of exercise a week enough? Learn how cardio, strength, and smart recovery can meet WHO guidelines and support fat...
Training Tips
Recertification keeps your credentials valid, but it’s also so much more than that. Here are seven ways it’ll boost your personal training...
Training Tips
Weight loss drugs can help people shed excess fat quickly. But they can also contribute to muscle loss. Learn ways to keep...
Nutrition
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer Jenny Liebl explains why nutrition coaching is now essential to effective training. Drawing on 17+ years of experience,...
Nutrition
Learn how ISSA’s redesigned Nutrition Coach Certification goes beyond nutrition knowledge to teach behavior change, psychology, and coaching skills that help fitness,...
Nutrition
The topic of protein can be really confusing for your clients. This is especially true for women since most information available is...
Nutrition
The Functional Nutritional Alliance Functional Nutrition Guide to Fats and Oils explores fat and oil health benefits, top sources, and frequently asked...
Nutrition
Do you have what it takes to be a successful nutritionist? The best in the business are compassionate, organized, good communicators, and...
Nutrition
What will make you stand out as great nutrition coach? Check out our top 6 qualities of a successful nutrition coach. Then...
Nutrition
Nearly 1 million data points show what it REALLY takes to lose fat, get healthy, and change your body.
Nutrition
Charging too little for your nutrition expertise? Discover the exact pricing strategies top coaches use to earn what they're worth—without scaring away...
Nutrition
Nutrition is the most important part of regaining and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Explore the education options available to gain the education...
Nutrition
Do you like giving people advice about food? Are you passionate about diet and health? Consider becoming a nutritionist. Here are some...
Strength
Most clients want to get better and stronger as they progress in their programming. Here are tips to improve your client’s bench...
Strength
Discover why strength training is essential at every stage of life. From boosting bone density and metabolism to preventing falls and chronic...
Strength
Strength training is an effective and sometimes overlooked way for runners to maximize performance. Get the details here to help your clients...
Strength
Over 40? Learn how to train smart, stay active, and build strength with age. Discover fitness tips for recovery, mobility, and muscle...
Strength
Rucking transforms a walk into a full-body workout that boosts strength, endurance, and mental toughness. Discover beginner tips, physical benefits, and how...
Strength
As a fitness professional, your approach to quadriceps training directly impacts both your clients' results and your professional reputation. Discover the science-backed...
Strength
Advanced knowledge of quadriceps development and function can transform your coaching career. Discover how specialized quad training expertise can help you attract,...
Strength
Strength and conditioning coaches are well respected worldwide. Through years of trial and error, science has proven strength and conditioning to be...
Strength
You want to be a strength and conditioning coach. Is certification required for this role? Learn why there’s not a clear-cut answer....
Strength
There are several benefits to becoming a bodybuilding coach. But what’s the best certification for this type of fitness coach? Here’s what...
Success Stories
Michael Daniels discovered fitness while serving eight years at FPC Morgantown, where workouts became a way to stay grounded and, eventually, a...
Success Stories
From injury and frustration to global impact, Pears Dabhi shares how earning his personal training certification through ISSA helped him rebuild his...
Success Stories
AI is changing fitness fast, but not in the way headlines suggest. ISSA’s new whitepaper, The Human Advantage: How AI Is Reshaping...
Success Stories
Fueled by a 14-year boxing career, Miles knew he needed to find the best coaching education certification available to start the next...
Success Stories
ISSA students share how meaningful support, clear instruction, and practical training shape their success. Their stories highlight what makes ISSA the trusted...
Success Stories
With ISSA’s Career Connect and certification programs, one determined student, Denny Reeder, turned rejection emails into a full-time role at 24 Hour...
Success Stories
After 120 lbs lost on semaglutide, Lewis used ISSA’s GLP-1 training to avoid weight regain, preserve muscle, and build sustainable fitness and...
Success Stories
At FPC Morgantown, ISSA and trainer Matt Billotti lead a groundbreaking CPT program helping inmates earn certifications, rebuild confidence, and re-enter society...
Success Stories
ISSA partners with UFAS and URJA Academy to elevate fitness certification in India and Sri Lanka, empowering 1,000+ future coaches with global...
Success Stories
From India to Canada, ISSA Master Trainer Sukhmani Samra uses fitness education to overcome health challenges, empower women, and build a global...
Safety and Injuries
Does your client have a pelvic tilt? It's more common than you might think!
Safety and Injuries
The physical environment of your fitness space significantly impacts client experience, particularly for those with trauma histories. Learn practical strategies to create...
Safety and Injuries
Understanding trauma's impact on exercise experience is becoming essential for fitness professionals. Learn the core principles of trauma-informed coaching to create safer,...
Safety and Injuries
Discover how becoming an Exercise Recovery Specialist can improve your client’s fitness. From injury prevention to maximizing performance. Explore all of the...
Safety and Injuries
Is it too hot to exercise? Heat and humidity are not just excuses to skip a workout. Exercising in the heat can...
Safety and Injuries
How do you know whether exercise therapy can help a client? The best way to decide is to follow the science. Here’s...
Safety and Injuries
Want to better help your personal training clients who are injured or have a chronic illness? You can do this as an...
Safety and Injuries
Never heard of an Exercise Therapy Specialist? Well, let's take a deeper look at who these people are, why they are so...
Safety and Injuries
As a personal trainer, you have a responsibility to provide clients with the best advice and guidance. You are also responsible for...
Safety and Injuries
Post-exercise muscle soreness can make working out more difficult. If it’s severe, it may cause clients to stop exercising altogether. Learn exactly...
Business
Becoming a certified personal trainer is just the beginning. This ISSA perspective explains why liability insurance matters, what it covers, and how...
Business
Discover the latest personal trainer salary trends for 2025, including average pay, top states, high-paying sectors, and expert tips to boost your...
Business
ISSA-certified trainers can now accept HSA and FSA payments through Flex, making personal training, health coaching, and fitness services more affordable for...
Business
Renewing your personal training certification is important for your career, but do you know how to do it? We’ll help you understand...
Business
Discover how ISSA Career Connect is transforming fitness industry hiring. This innovative platform connects certified personal trainers with top employers, career tools,...
Business
ISSA webinar: 100+ attendees learned how to become certified personal trainers in 4 months, earning $40-100/hr with minimal investment.
Business
What is a CPT? Explore personal training jobs, CPT exam details, and CPT programs. Start your career with ISSA's comprehensive CPT school.
Business
The fitness industry is undergoing a profound technological transformation. Discover the emerging AI trends reshaping fitness delivery, the essential skills that will...
Business
Artificial intelligence is transforming the fitness industry at an unprecedented pace. Discover the essential AI tools that can revolutionize your training business,...
Business
Fitness evolves with life. ISSA’s certification equips trainers to guide clients at every stage—youth, postpartum, seniors & more. Get certified and make...
Performance
Discover 12 biceps curl variations to build bigger, stronger arms. Learn proper form, target key muscles, and keep your workouts engaging with...
Performance
Master the squat, one of fitness's most essential moves. Learn proper technique, avoid common mistakes, and explore squat variations with insights from...
Performance
Successful longevity-focused fitness pros are moving beyond subjective progress measures to incorporate objective biomarker tracking. Discover how integrating these powerful metrics can...
Performance
Today, basic fitness certifications are no longer enough to position yourself as a longevity specialist. Discover the four essential knowledge domains that...
Performance
The growing demand for longevity-focused fitness presents a significant opportunity for forward-thinking fitness professionals. Discover the key technologies and assessment tools that...
Performance
Discover a comprehensive quadriceps development framework that not only delivers exceptional results but also transforms one-time clients into long-term advocates. This systematic...
Performance
Unlock your performance in the rink with lower body power exercises. Boost speed, agility, and power by strengthening key muscle groups. Check...
Performance
Step up your baseball game and prioritize injury prevention. Learn the most effective exercises that boost performance, improve skills, and lengthen your...
Performance
If your clients are golfers, they’re probably already dreaming of spring weather and hitting the links. Help them start improving their game...
Performance
A proper hockey training regimen will improve explosive power, flexibility, and mobility. Learn how to effectively train with strength and conditioning for...