Personal/Fitness Training Blog

market yourself as a life coach
HOW TO MARKET YOURSELF AS A LIFE COACH
When it comes to marketing, every business must find a unique set of strategies that best suits the nature and needs of the respective industry. Running a life coaching business is no different. It is crucial to the success of your career to get your message out to the right…
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weight lifting safely
10 RULES FOR WEIGHT LIFTING SAFELY
Weight lifting can be traced back to the beginning of the Olympic Games and it has endured throughout the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Its effectiveness as a sport cannot be questioned; however, it is imperative that it is done correctly. Without the proper form and technique, weight lifting can…
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use kettlebells
4 Ways to Use Kettlebells
If you haven’t started training with kettlebells yet, stop what you’re doing right now and listen. Kettlebell exercises target all aspects of fitness, including strength, endurance and power. They require the use of multiple joints to engage all the large muscles of the body, thereby burning calories faster than exercises…
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power of the mind
THE POWER OF THE MIND IN SPORTS PERFORMANCE
The Power of the Mind in Sports Performance: Benefits of Positive Self-Talk The mind is extremely powerful. Not only do we have the power to dictate our thoughts and behaviours; but we can control what we think, how we think and when we think, so that we can achieve the…
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marketing your fitness business
MARKETING YOUR FITNESS BUSINESS IN THE SUMMER MONTHS
Whether you are a gym instructor or provide boot camp classes in your area, the upcoming summer months are likely to be the busiest for your fitness business. As the sun comes out, so does our desire to get fit, so more people are looking to get active, achieve their…
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advantages of suspension training
5 MAJOR ADVANTAGES OF SUSPENSION TRAINING
As it was invented by a US Navy Seal to keep his troops in top shape, you would expect there to be several advantages of suspension training; and there are. Using hanging bands or straps to engage muscles using just your body weight; suspension training has become a popular workout…
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benefits of aerobics classes
GET A CAREER IN FITNESS: 7 BENEFITS OF AEROBICS CLASSES
Today, the average person spends most of their time behind a desk, locked in heavy traffic or vegetating in front of the television (thanks, Netflix). For these reasons, it is crucial to find some form of exercise that you’ll enjoy and actually make time for. Why not go one step…
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recommend foam rolling
WHY YOU SHOULD RECOMMEND FOAM ROLLING TO YOUR CLIENTS
As a personal trainer, you are responsible for devising workouts and nutrition plans to help clients reach their fitness goals. When clients improve, it is your job to increase the intensity of their training. However, what happens when clients come to you with stiffness and soreness that just won’t budge?…
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ways a personal trainer can help you
THE 5 BEST WAYS A PERSONAL TRAINER CAN HELP YOU
Without the correct guidance and assistance, reaching your fitness goals can be pretty challenging. Unless you have a form of fitness training or certification, your knowledge is limited to what you can find in a book or on the Internet. This is why many people come to appreciate the assistance…
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benefits of foam rolling
6 MAJOR BENEFITS OF FOAM ROLLING
Foam rolling is the pre-and post-workout ritual you have been missing! Not only is it a cheaper alternative to a sports massage but it offers many of the same benefits, such as improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and flexibility. Known as self-myofascial release (SMR), foam rolling helps reduce muscle tension and…
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become a gym instructor
Become a Gym Instructor with these Accredited Fitness Courses
Do you have a passion for health and fitness? Are you a people’s person? Do you want a career that allows you to help others achieve their goals? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, then you should consider to become a gym instructor or personal trainer. Trade your business…
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