Dietary Supplements: Not Strictly Regulated
Dietary supplements are classified as foods, not drugs, by the FDA. This means that, as long as all ingredients are recognized as safe for consumption, the product is allowed on the market. Therefore, the regulation of these products is much less vigorous than...Are You An Emotional Eater?
Not all of us eat when we are physically hungry. Many eat when they are stressed, bored, angry or even as a reward. Physical hunger comes on gradually, without a sense of urgency (unless we have gone way too long without food). When we are hungry, a wide variety of...Weightlifting Belt Recommendations
As far back as I can remember, I’ve been taught that weightlifting belts increase intra-abdominal pressure during performance of a resistance training exercise. The use of a weight belt can contribute to injury-free training by decreasing the compressive forces...Plyometric Exercise & Safety Considerations
Before incorporating plyometrics into your training program, ask yourself, “does this help me reach my goal?” If your goal is to enhance athletic performance ( i.e. vertical jump for basketball player) or help you with your job performance ( i.e. police...8 Tips for Trainers to Teach their Weight Loss Clients
As a personal trainer, many of our clients have a weight loss goal. Most trainers are not certified in the area of nutrition prescription, however, it is the trainer’s job to provide education in the area of nutrition or refer the client to a qualified...
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