Can We Stop the Clock? The Connection between Aging, Longevity, and Health
Here is a secret about aging almost no one in mainstream health circles talks about: Aging isn’t unavoidable. You can grow older healthfully.
Tips on Setting Personal Trainer Goals for Clients | AFPA Fitness
Personal trainers bring a wealth of knowledge to every client interaction, from conveying proper form to emphasizing injury prevention to relaying the latest fitness techniques. One of the best skills they offer, though, is the ability to help clients set meaningful, realistic goals that help them see progress during every step of a fitness journey.
7 Easy Tips to Help Your Clients Maintain Their Progress Throughout the Holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — but it’s also the most difficult time for your clients to stay on track with their health goals. Temptation is everywhere. From sugary treats, holiday cocktails, and the stress of too many commitments, it’s hard to stay focused on good habits and good health during the […]
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This is Your Brain on Food: The Relationship Between Diet and Mental Health
We feel what we eat as much as we are what we eat. Our brains are the energy powerhouse for our bodies, so eat well to think and feel well. In this article, we cover: The Brain: Our Energy Powerhouse, How Foods Fuel Moods, and Changing Diet to Maintain Your Mental Health.
The Role of Self-Talk in Health Coaching Client Success and Setbacks
Health coaching has emerged as a powerful tool in guiding individuals toward better overall health, fitness, and well-being.
AFPA Graduate Spotlight: Brett Bennett, Master Level Nutrition Consultant
During the last 30 years, we’ve certified over 130,000 professionals. Meet our featured grad, Brett Bennett, an AFPA Master Level Nutrition Consultant, who left her career in management consulting to pursue a more fulfilling career in the health, fitness, and nutrition industry.
10 Steps on How to Become a Personal Trainer
Whether a career in personal training has been a long-term goal or you’ve just started considering taking the leap, now is the time for a jump-start that can turn your passion for fitness and for helping others into a growth-driven personal trainer career opportunity.
Top 10 Superfoods to Eat Every Day
Most of us want to include more superfoods in our diet. After all, these foods pack a huge nutritional punch and have amazing health benefits. However, a quick perusal of the typical superfoods list can be disheartening to say the least. For many of us, it’s simply not practical to eat foods like salmon every […]
5 Ways to Respond When Your Client Asks for a Discount
As a professional, you want to provide the best service available. You’ve worked hard to develop the skills which allow you to give your clients the best advice and guidance available.
Things You Need to Know About MCT Oil
Fad foods come and go, but one substance that continues to gain traction is MCT oil. Look around in health stores today, and you’re likely to see multiple products raving that they contain this metabolism-boosting superfood.