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How Health Coaches Are Integral to Excellent Care 

As little as ten years ago, it was rare to find health coaches integrated into the patient care cycle. While health coach integration into the healthcare system is still not universal, clinics, hospitals, and individual health professionals are beginning to recognize the positive impact that health coaches can have on patient and client outcomes.  

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What Can You Do as a Holistic Health Coach?

Today, half of all Americans are battling a chronic disease, and one in four has multiple chronic conditions. By 2030, these chronic conditions could cost impact the global economy to the tune of $47 trillion in healthcare spending. What is the factor that weighs heaviest in chronic conditions? Habitual behaviors.  Changing habits can be hard, […]

Holistic Health Coaches are a Natural Fit for PCOS Treatment

Syndromes are collections of symptoms that frequently co-occur and typically do not have a clear known cause. Without a clear cause, getting treatment can be as difficult as getting a proper diagnosis. Also, treatment for syndromes often include lifestyle changes, which can be overwhelming to tackle alone. Fortunately, holistic health coaches can be helpful allies […]

8 Qualities of Successful Health Coaches

Health coaching is more than a job, it’s a commitment to a client’s success. And while many aspiring health coaches are ready to take on that challenge, they hold themselves back with the fear of personal failure.

12 Tips for Growing Your Personal Training Client List

Establishing a thriving personal training business requires a consistent flow of both new and ongoing clients. If you’re a new personal trainer or don’t have as many clients as you’d like, focusing on getting more clients is likely a top priority.