Key Takeaways This Q&A explores plant-based eating in a very practical way. After explaining the health benefits of a plant-based diet, the discussion turns to common nutritional challenges and strategies for transitioning to this type of eating plan. In addition, we explore how whole-food, plant-based eating can impact fitness and performance. Read on for expert…
Key Takeaways Red light therapy, a type of photobiomodulation, has emerged as a popular form of post-exercise recovery for both athletes and fitness enthusiasts. This blog explains how red light therapy works and explores the research into its effectiveness—and where further research is needed. Finally, the author provides red light therapy guidelines and important considerations…
Youth training is more popular than ever. This may be attributed, in part, to the fact that over the past three decades, childhood obesity has significantly increased, predisposing many children to health problems and chronic disease (Xu et al., 2016; Copeland et al., 2013; Springer et al., 2013). This has raised awareness regarding exercise in…
One of the most effective, researched and frequently used exercises in the world of fitness is the squat (Rusin and DeBell, 2019; Schoenfeld, 2010). A fundamental movement pattern, the squat is the subject of much debate, from “proper” squat technique to its effectiveness in sport or clinical settings (Schoenfeld, 2010). One factor health and exercise…
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recently published a Call to Action Statement on COVID-19 Considerations for Sports and Physical Activity. Here is what ACE Certified Professionals need to know to put these recommendations into practice when working with clients. While there are still a lot of unknowns when it comes to COVID-19, we…