Of all the programs and services in the fitness industry, personal training was ranked most-used by the International Fitness Industry Trend Report. Today’s personal trainer is more than just a…
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Foam rollers Using a foam roller for self-myofascial release is a fancy term for self-massage to relax tight muscles or relieve trigger points. “Foam rolling” release can actually be performed with a foam roller,…
“I worried I’d get big if I lifted weights, but I actually dropped a dress size!” Nicolle Smith, 49, on taking up strength training at age 46 I started lifting…
Exercise really IS the best medicine! We all know that regular exercise training is vital to good health, but The Mayo Clinic puts some hard numbers to just how beneficial…
Tips for running in cold weather When running in cold weather, layers that you can shed are important. Start with a moisture-wicking base, a mid-layer for insulation, and an outer…
by Nashville personal trainer Dan DeFigio The less I eat, the more weight I’ll lose, right? Not necessarily. It’s true that you have to create a caloric deficit in order…
How Much Is a Serving? You can download a printable portions guide for your kitchen here, so you know how much is a serving! Correct portions will make or break…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you are most certainly aware of the importance of exercise. You may have tried to embark on a fitness plan on your own,…
We are bombarded by “hidden” messages from all around us that trick us into consuming more than we should. There are easy ways to eat less. Here are tricks to modify…
How To Make Treadmill Workouts Fun Let’s face it, running on the same spot without going anywhere doesn’t sound like the most enticing way to spend countless minutes and hours. However,…
If you’re wondering “what supplements should I take?” this article suggests how most average folks can benefit from the following nutrition supplements: 1. Basic multi-vitamin/mineral supplement Deficiencies in vitamins or…
Are you feeling it? The pressures and stress of the holiday season, I mean. You know what I’m talking about. Yes, it’s an amazing and magical time of year, but…
What are the pros and cons of being a personal trainer? Today I’m going to talk about what it’s like to be in the personal fitness business. You’ll find out…
In What Order Should I Do My Strength Training Exercises? by Nashville personal trainer Dan DeFigio As a general principle, your exercise order should be performed from most demanding to…