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A Guide for S&C Coaches For Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coaches, designing programmes that integrate both endurance and strength training is a nuanced challenge. These two forms of exercise often have conflicting demands, yet both are essential for many athletes seeking peak performance. Endurance training is critical for improving cardiovascular...
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Getting people to exercise regularly is no easy feat. Between busy schedules, the allure of sedentary hobbies, and the often-intimidating atmosphere of a gym, even the best intentions can falter. Personal trainers often find themselves grappling with client motivation and retention. But what if the solution lay outside the gym...
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A Coach’s Guide For anyone looking to lift heavy, getting into the right headspace is just as important as physical strength. Lifting big weights is about so much more than just strong muscles; it’s about a resilient mind and an unshakeable sense of confidence. As a coach, understanding the mental...
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When it comes to optimising muscle function and overall health, the combination of nutrition and exercise can work wonders – but it’s all about understanding the science behind these strategies. A recent editorial in Nutrients delves into various studies that highlight the power of nutritional and exercise interventions on skeletal...
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Machine for Calorie Burn and Endurance In the world of fitness, cardiovascular training is essential for maintaining overall health and supporting weight management, mood enhancement, and long-term fitness goals. But with a myriad of cardio machines available, how do we know which one...
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The Best Workout for Teen Fitness Goals Revealed In today’s fast-paced world, finding effective and engaging fitness solutions for young people is more important than ever. With growing concerns about childhood obesity, cardiovascular health, and mental well-being, schools and after-school programs are increasingly looking for fitness strategies that deliver maximum...
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In the fitness world, we often think of cardiovascular health as the domain of aerobic exercises – running, cycling, or swimming – all excellent options for a strong heart. However, recent research points to an equally potent tool for heart health that’s often overlooked: resistance training (RT). This powerful form...
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When it comes to building strength, resistance training (RT) has long been the go-to for improving muscle strength, endurance, and general fitness. For many people, however, the idea of adding weights or strength exercises to their routine can be daunting. Time, motivation, or just not knowing where to start can...
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In recent years, there’s been a noticeable shift in the way cancer treatment is approached. Traditionally, cancer treatment has heavily relied on medical interventions such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery. However, a growing body of research is turning the spotlight towards a more holistic approach—one that integrates exercise and nutrition...
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In the ever-evolving world of fitness, we’re constantly discovering new benefits of resistance training (RT). What once was considered just a means to build muscle and gain strength is now showing promise as a powerful tool in supporting overall health and longevity. Recent studies are shedding light on its impressive...
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We all know that designing effective programmes starts long before the first rep or run. It begins with understanding each individual—their preferences, their motivations, and what truly makes them enjoy being active. A recent study sheds light on just how important a client-centred approach can be when designing exercise programmes,...
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As fitness professionals and nutrition coaches, you’ve probably noticed the growing focus on gut health in the wellness world. It’s not just about digestion anymore—research now shows that our gut health can influence everything from mood and immunity to, crucially, weight management and cardiovascular health. A healthy gut can be...
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Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is rapidly becoming one of the most valuable tools in understanding overall health and longevity. For us as fitness professionals, it’s something that should be at the core of our client assessments, right up there with body measurements, strength, and flexibility tests. Why? Because research shows that...
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If you’ve ever wondered how different ranges of motion (ROM) in the bench press affect your clients’ performance, fatigue levels, and metabolic stress, you’re not alone. Recent research has shed some light on how we can manipulate ROM to target specific outcomes, whether it’s hypertrophy, strength, or endurance. Let’s take...
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As fitness professionals and nutrition coaches, we’re always on the lookout for effective ways to help our clients improve their health, especially those struggling with obesity. A recent study published in Sports Medicine and Health Science has shed some light on how even a single session of strength training can...
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We’ve all had days where motivation for exercise feels sky-high—when you feel energised and ready to tackle anything. Then there are those days when stress, frustration, or even sadness creeps in, leaving your workout feeling like a chore. While we might think of emotions as being separate from our physical...
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When it comes to maximising fat oxidation during exercise, the debate between training in a fasted or fed state has intrigued those of us in the fitness industry for years. Recent research sheds light on how different states of energy availability (fasted vs. fed) affect fat and carbohydrate metabolism, and...
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Heart rate variability (HRV) is fast becoming a popular tool for fitness professionals. It provides a glimpse into how well our autonomic nervous system is functioning, offering insights into stress, recovery, and overall cardiovascular health. Recently, a study titled “Exploring Ultra-short Heart Rate Variability Metrics in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus:...
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A student’s life can be a whirlwind of experiences, but it can also be a time of significant stress and anxiety. From exams and assignments to social pressures and future career worries, it’s no wonder that many students feel overwhelmed. But what if there was a simple way to help...
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that significantly limits physical capacity and quality of life. While exercise-based pulmonary rehabilitation is a cornerstone of COPD management, fitness professionals often find it challenging to choose the most effective exercise modalities for their clients. A recent network meta-analysis by...
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