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What Protein Is Best for Muscle Growth?

ANIMAL PROTEIN OR VEGETABLE PROTEIN, WHAT IS THE BEST PROTEIN FOR MUSCLE GROWTH Is there a single or multiple of protein foods that best promotes rapid muscle growth in endurance athletes? The animal proteins, Whey & Egg Whites are currently the favorites used by strength athletes while a multiple of plant

Personal Trainer Jobs: Self-Employed vs. Working at a Fitness Facility

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published April 2014 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. To be self-employed and have your own Personal Trainer business, or work at a fitness facility? That is a question many Personal Trainers ask themselves. Once an individual has obtained the desired education and earned […]

The Top 5 Factors That Determine Your Income as a Nutritionist

How much money can you really make as a nutritionist? It’s a question that comes up a lot. You might be on a mission to help people learn to eat healthier to lose weight, reduce risk factors for chronic disease, improve body composition, or simply develop sustainable and healthy eating habits. It’s rewarding work. But […]

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Why Personal Trainers Should Consider a Nutrition Certification

You’ve likely heard the phrase “You can’t out-train a bad diet.”  As a personal trainer, you know that both physical activity and healthy eating habits contribute to long-term health outcomes. To help your clients fully reach their goals you need to address fitness, lifestyle, and nutrition.

Become a Health & Wellness Coach in Six Months or Less

You can choose from a wide variety of programs to become a health and wellness coach. These vary from structured college-level programs to online self-paced courses. If you are looking to make a change and try a new career guiding others toward healthier living, it is possible to complete a program in six months. How? […]

21 Foods For A Healthy Heart That You Should Eat Daily

Do you want to be the proud owner of a healthy heart? If yes, then you should ensure that you are performing some kind of body exercise and consume a heart healthy diet on a daily basis. This article would assist you in preparing the perfect diet chart for keeping your heart healthy. The section […]

What is the Correct Form for Squats?

As a personal trainer you have a unique opportunity to help people become healthier and influence those individuals in a positive way. However, you can’t effectively accomplish that goal if you can’t provide your clients with clear instructions for performing a movement, such as a squat. Not to worry, we have you covered on this […]