Category: Exercise Science

FYI: You can find more information on this subject in the NASM course on plant-based diets – which condenses a section of the NASM nutrition […]

Twenty nineteen is upon us and New Year’s resolutions are on many people’s mind. It is common that goals are oriented around body shape or […]

What is thoracic outlet syndrome? Are there assessments that personal trainers can consider to identify it, and can corrective exercise programming help?

Originally published in the Summer 2019 issue of American Fitness Magazine. Cancer is seriousbusiness. It is second only to heart disease as Americans’ leadingcause of […]

The OPT Model<em>&#x2122;</em>, or Optimum Performance Training Model, is a fitness training system developed by NASM. The OPT Model is based on scientific evidence and […]

Our fitness careers demand an almost nonstop service-oriented approach to work. ­Unfortunately, constantly empowering other people’s wellness can leave us feeling empty, which is why […]

One of the most common questions I get after a workshop is “how do you remember the names of all those muscles?” So, today we […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children and adolescents should participate in at least 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity […]

Lifespan, Healthspan and Playspan Humans are living longer than ever before with the help of modern medicine, science, technology, and access to adequate nutrition. Although […]