Health & Wellness

Released in May, the American Fitness Index (AFI) ranked the U.S.’s top 50 metropolitan areas based on health indicators. The results may surprise you; they certainly surprised the researchers. More...

In kindergarten, Cheryl Harris witnessed a tiny seed sprout into a ripe, hearty tomato plant. Now, more than 20 years later, Harris participates in the plant life cycle, growing and eating her own organic herbs and vegetables. More...

Part of the fitness movement is understanding the foods our clients eat and the choices in the grocery store that our clients face. More...

Did you know that bone mass (bone density) decreases after age 35, and decreases more rapidly in women after menopause? More...

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, behind cardiovascular disease (more than one-half million deaths annually), and it has been estimated that American males have about a 44 percent probability, and women a 38 percent probability, of developing cancer over their lifetime. More...

There are many different kinds of cancers, and some are more common than others. In fact, skin cancer occurs most frequently, with over an estimated 1 million new cases this year, followed by lung cancer, prostate cancer, and breast cancer. With the expansion of research, fortunately, incidences and deaths from the disease have been declining. However, as a fitness professional, there are a few things you should know to help your clients understand the various forms of the disease. More...

The most recent statistics from the American Heart Association suggest that nearly 18 million individuals in the United States have coronary artery disease or chronic heart failure. More...

While the statistics are alarming, heart disease is a broad classification encompassing several more specific heart conditions. More...

Did you know that hypertension puts your client at risk for heart disease – a leading cause of death in the U.S.? More...

Help your clients make healthy choices to combat serious diseases like Heart Disease. More...

Learn a few key nutrients in the defense against Cancer. More...

Learn how to stop the silent killer, hypertension. More...

Five important tips to help your clients keep their bones healthy! More...

Nutrition and supplementation tips to help your clients who suffer from arthritis. More...

The overall health of our society is improving, but the population will not reach an optimal level of health without an increase in the participation in physical activity. Physical activity has numerous health benefits that will help reduce the occurrence of many physical and emotional illnesses and disease. More...

Beyond the many other obstacles facing our youth, poor diets and sedentary lives are promoting more than obesity. In fact, vitamin D deficiency is of concern. It has been found that in children, vitamin D deficiency causes rickets, a disease characterized by a failure of bone tissue to properly mineralize, resulting in soft bones and skeletal deformities. More...

In helping to develop a younger athlete, sometimes it is best to drive by the drive-thru and help the younger athlete develop healthier eating habits that can last a lifetime. After all, performance training, at any age, requires high-performance nutrition. More...

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. More...

The most recent statistics from the American Heart Association suggest that nearly 4.9 million people in the United States have chronic heart failure, nearly evenly divided between men and women. More...

Did you know that an estimated 46 million adults have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis? Chances are you have worked with a client or two whose condition affects their ability to participate in an organized training program. More...

Arthritis is commonly identified as a disease which affects the joints and soft tissue surrounding the joints. More...

Diabetes is one of the most significant emerging chronic disease problems in the United States today. More...

Do you now about Type II Diabetes? Diabetes is a primary concern in today’s society. More...

As people are packing more into every day, their sleep is diminishing. And your shut eye may not be the only thing suffering. More...

It is becoming apparent that children are increasingly the victims of society’s passion for increased technology and decreased activity. More...

Obesity is now the most prevalent nutritional disease, affecting one in five children and adolescents in the United States, and has become a major health problem for all ages. More...

For some clients, turning up the heat in summer workouts could be dangerous. More...

Bacteria cover everything – your nose, your toilet, your refrigerator and your favorite treadmill. Though most of it is harmless, some would gladly cause infections in your body if you have an open sore. More...

In 2000, there were 40 million women over the age of 51 in the United States. By that point in their lives, nearly all of them had begun menopause. More...

Do you know the power of movement? Although it is relatively understood that regular physical activity and exercise can play a large role in health, cosmetic and psychological enhancements, many Americans do not realize the effects exercise. More...

Sitting on the couch. Lights turned off. Phones unanswered. Withdrawn from the world. More...

More than 98 million American adults have cholesterol levels considered borderline-high risk or worse. More...

Stress can occur when you’re feeling outgunned, overwhelmed and outnumbered,” says stress expert Mark Gorkin, a licensed clinical social worker. More...

Digestive tract conditions can uniquely affect your clients and the way you train them. More...

In 2007 alone, the United States spent $2.2 trillion on healthcare. In 2002, $76.6 billion of healthcare spending is directly associated with the costs of being inactive. More...

Many factors increase a woman’s risk for having breast cancer including being overweight, never having children, drinking excessive amounts of alcohol and starting menopause after age 55. More...

Migraines are a common neurovascular brain disorder that affects approximately 40 million Americans a year, mostly women. More...

For those of us who have dismissed meditative practices such as Yoga or mindful meditation, we may need to stop and pay attention to present studies! More...

Overwhelming statistics show that physical activity is crucial for bone health and reducing the risk of bone fractures. Recommendations have been given to perform resistance training targeting major muscle groups, 2-3 days per week at 70-80% of a one repetition maximum for 2-3 sets, 6-8 repetitions per set. More...

Top 10 Ways to Lose a Client More...

Tobacco accounts for more than 170,000 deaths a year in the United States. Smoking affects exercise negatively, decreasing lung capacity and strength. More...

Diabetes is a common disease that can be greatly helped by the introduction of a fitness plan. Trainers should pay close attention to clients’ blood sugar levels, making sure they have eaten enough before, during and after a workout. More...

15 Ways Exercise Improves Health More...

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in America, and is caused by sun exposure and genetics. Trainers should encourage clients to protect themselves from the sun by wearing sunscreen and clothing that covers as much of the body as possible. More...

Winter brings a multitude of colds and flu, but fitness professionals can avoid these by taking precautions. More...

Holiday Stress Relief: Don’t let the season run you down. Use these tips to ensure a relaxing, enjoyable and festive holiday. More...

Every year, approximately one-fifth of the population will get the flu. The flu vaccine contains inactive strains of the virus that help make receivers immune from the seasonal flu. More...

Increasing the amount of exercise yields health benefits, including losing weight. More...

American Heart Month in February is used increase public knowledge of cardiovascular diseases. General awareness campaigns for heart disease seem to work for some segments of the population, but those at the forefront—such as health and fitness professionals—are most important in the battle of heart disease. More...