I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times. —Bruce Lee Mastery is something that often falls by the wayside in favor of variety. Take our role as educators, teachers, and coaches for our fitness clients. Each day, we help them…
If you teach boot-camp classes, you have a great opportunity to facilitate a sense of camaraderie among your participants though team-building activities. These activities can be conducted through partner drills, small teams or as a single, large team. Whether you take a break from the exercises to conduct these activities or incorporate team-building skills into…
Many clients believe that core training, which is essential for optimal performance of both exercise and activities of daily living, can only be performed while lying on the floor or with core-specific exercises. However, many standing strength, balance and cardiovascular exercises also enhance core strength and stability, while also allowing the body to move in…
Some health and fitness professionals have the natural ability to connect with others immediately—if this describes you, consider yourself one of the lucky ones. Fortunately, for those of us who could use some help in this area, connecting with others is a skill that can be learned and perfected over time. If you want to…
As fitness professionals, we’re likely to encounter clients who have either suffered from or are suffering from low back pain. This is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders that plagues the population and is said to be the second most common complaint doctors hear from patients. When it comes to low back pain, whether…
Is it time to mix up your clients’ programs? Partner exercises are a great way to add fun and interest to traditional exercises, while also creating a more stimulating environment. Here are some additional benefits: Increased socialization and team moral Enhanced confidence, trust and trainer-client relationship Stimulation for the mind Reduced boredom Improved program design…
If only we all had a typical bride’s motivation to get in shape. All eyes on her, photographs that last a lifetime and a deeply felt desire to look amazing for her groom all contribute to creating a motivated fitness mindset. Mix it up and make it fun for the beautiful bride with these basic…
If asked, most of your clients would agree that there are a lot of options for body-weight exercises. And they would most likely be able to rattle off a list of the usual ones: squats, lunges, push-ups, planks, glute bridges and maybe a few others. And just as likely, that list of moves will seem…
The BOSU Balance Trainer offers much more than its name implies. This versatile piece of exercise equipment—which has become a staple in gyms across the country—can be used to boost cardiorespiratory endurance and build strength, effectively working your entire body in fun and innovative ways. To help add variety to your workout routine, five of…
Incorporating balance training into exercise programming is essential to improving stability and mobility in the kinetic chain. Proper balance and movement mechanics contribute to improved functionality and performance in both physical activity and activities of daily life. As we age, various physiological and kinetic chain functions, especially balance, begin to decline, and fear of falling…