4 Ways to Build Trust with Clients as a Certified Personal Trainer
Having a killer marketing strategy is important for turning leads into prospects, but what turns potential clients into long-term ones? Trust.
AFPA Graduate of the Month: Emily Hudak, Holistic Health Coach
During the last 29 years, we’ve certified over 130,000 health, nutrition, and fitness professionals. Each month, we recognize one of our distinguished graduates who are using what they have learned to inspire others and make a difference.
What are the Best Hormone Balancing Foods? Tips for Getting Started
Is your body feeling out of whack for no discernible reason? The problem might be your hormones. Imbalanced hormone levels can lead to a host of health problems, from inflamed skin to mental stress and extra belly fat. Getting your hormone levels back under control can clear up these issues, and your diet is the […]
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An In-Depth Look at 4 Jobs in Nutrition
As consumers rapidly become more health-conscious and the demand for more nutritional information continues to rise, we’ll see the market continue to dominate. With the stability of the market and an increase in related trends, it’s clear that a healthy and active lifestyle is becoming an essential piece of our evolving culture. As a result, […]
Mix up Your Daily Exercise Plan: Incorporate a Stability Ball
At AFPA we are firm believers in mixing up your workout routine to keep it fresh and challenging. Not only will it increase your endurance but it will keep you engaged in each workout. Just like anything else, when you follow the same old routine, you are less likely to feel excited about your workout. In today’s post, […]
AFPA vs. ACE: Personal Training Certification Comparison
When deciding to become a personal trainer, many professionals choose to follow a certification program, which is a top choice when it comes to expanding your future opportunities. A personal training certification gives you the education you need to serve clients more effectively, and to understand the complex issues that can arise when it comes […]
Coach Resource: Dietary Guidelines for Postpartum Women + 9 Delicious Nutrient-Packed Foods
The stage right after having a baby, called the postpartum period, can be a time of emotion, confusion, excitement, and change for new mothers.
Should We Fear Sunlight? 4 Health Benefits and 3 Risks of Sun Exposure
Summer is right around the corner!
Best Exercises for the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
As your client approaches the final stretch of their pregnancy journey, it’s common for them to experience an abundance of emotions. On top of excitement, joy, stress, and anxiety, the growing baby brings about increasing physical discomfort—from backaches to shortness of breath to heartburn. Plus, birth is a physically demanding experience, testing a mother’s strength, […]
8 Things to Consider Before Building an Effective Personalized Fitness Plan
Despite what social media and popular fitness DVDs try to tell the masses, fitness coaches and personal trainers know that there is no such thing as a universal fitness plan that works for everyone.