Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Do You Need More Protein?

The human body obtains nutrient energy (calories) from three macronutrients: fat, carbohydrates and protein. Fat functions as a source of energy to mu...

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Tuesday, August 30, 2016

3 Moves to do Instead of Push-ups

If you are ready for a pectoral-pumping workout that doesn’t involve push-ups, this workout is for you. Each move is guaranteed to train some or...

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Monday, August 29, 2016

3 Macro-friendly Desserts

Raise your hand if you have a sweet tooth! We do, too. Most people crave something sweet after a savory meal or if it’s been too many hours sinc...

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Why Hip Pain is So Common and How to Address It

Hip pain is a common problem for sedentary and non-sedentary individuals, and many health and fitness pros want to know how they can help their client...

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5 Yoga Poses to Strengthen the Shoulders

Shoulders are a tricky part of the body, anatomically speaking. They are a naturally mobile joint, with many connecting muscles and ligaments that are...

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What Do our ACE Pros Eat for Breakfast?

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat in the morning or want to try some unique breakfasts, these recipes are sure to please your palat...

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How to Set the Right Fees For Your Fitness Services

“What’s your fee?” This is a common question that many health and fitness pros must address with a potential client or employer. But...

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7 Beach Workouts to Do in the Sand

Whether you’re on vacation, live at the beach or just love to work out in the sand, these beach-based exercises will challenge your entire body....

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5 Food Tricks to Boost Your Mood

If you’ve got the summertime blues (or the blues at any time of year, for that matter), don’t fear—these mood-boosting food secrets ...

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How Exercise Lowers Risks of Cancer

The risk of getting cancer can be reduced by up to 42 percent with as little as 10-minute bouts of exercise a couple of times per day. Yet about half ...

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How to Get Clients Hooked

People hire personal trainers because they want to change. Maybe they want to get faster, stronger, lose weight, decrease their risk of disease or man...

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Summer Exercise Choices for Individuals With Arthritis

Hot weather can cause arthritis symptoms to flare up like a wildfire. Heightened pain may be triggered directly by swelling, or it could be indirectly...

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Three Powerful Ways to Motivate Yourself

“I’d like to… I want to… I wish I would…” Sometimes it can feel like our fleeting ambition to accomplish great...

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Friday, August 26, 2016

Why Hip Pain is So Common and How to Address It

Hip pain is a common problem for sedentary and non-sedentary individuals, and many health and fitness pros want to know how they can help their client...

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Thursday, August 25, 2016

5 Yoga Poses to Strengthen the Shoulders

Shoulders are a tricky part of the body, anatomically speaking. They are a naturally mobile joint, with many connecting muscles and ligaments that are...

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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

What Do our ACE Pros Eat for Breakfast?

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat in the morning or want to try some unique breakfasts, these recipes are sure to please your palat...

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How to Set the Right Fees For Your Fitness Services

“What’s your fee?” This is a common question that many health and fitness pros must address with a potential client or employer. But...

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Monday, August 22, 2016

7 Beach Workouts to Do in the Sand

Whether you’re on vacation, live at the beach or just love to work out in the sand, these beach-based exercises will challenge your entire body....

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Friday, August 19, 2016

5 Food Tricks to Boost Your Mood

If you’ve got the summertime blues (or the blues at any time of year, for that matter), don’t fear—these mood-boosting food secrets ...

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Wednesday, August 17, 2016

How Exercise Lowers Risks of Cancer

The risk of getting cancer can be reduced by up to 42 percent with as little as 10-minute bouts of exercise a couple of times per day. Yet about half ...

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Monday, August 15, 2016

How to Get Clients Hooked

People hire personal trainers because they want to change. Maybe they want to get faster, stronger, lose weight, decrease their risk of disease or man...

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Friday, August 12, 2016

Summer Exercise Choices for Individuals With Arthritis

Hot weather can cause arthritis symptoms to flare up like a wildfire. Heightened pain may be triggered directly by swelling, or it could be indirectly...

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Thursday, August 11, 2016

Three Powerful Ways to Motivate Yourself

“I’d like to… I want to… I wish I would…” Sometimes it can feel like our fleeting ambition to accomplish great...

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Monday, August 8, 2016

8 Food Facts Every Athlete Should Know

Eating for athletic performance is more than what you eat before and after you exercise. Choosing nutrient-dense foods and consuming them at certain t...

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Friday, August 5, 2016

How to hit the grocery store with health in mind

Healthy food doesn’t just magically show up at your house. You’ve got to shop for it, and with the overwhelming number of choices availabl...

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Thursday, August 4, 2016

Top 5 Rules for Riding in a Group

It’s great to ride with a group—the camaraderie, the ability to draft, the sharing of the love for the sport of cycling. But before you he...

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Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Essential Snacks For The Gym Bag

Delivering the optimal amount of nutrients to your body at the right time can play a major role in performance and recovery. Although the largest conc...

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Tuesday, August 2, 2016

12 Inspiring Health and Fitness Quotes to Get You Moving

Need a little inspiration for a healthier you? Whether you or your clients need a fitness or nutrition boost, we’ve got you covered. Share these...

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Monday, August 1, 2016

A Squat-free Workout to Strengthen the Glutes

When it comes to training for strong glutes, the first exercise that typically comes to mind is the squat. But is the squat the best exercise to stren...

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