Research is a valuable tool for health and fitness professionals, providing insights to stay ahead in the field. Here are recent findings to keep you informed: Throwing Cold Water on Muscle Growth Sleep Regularity and Mortality Risk Glycine’s Role in Fighting Viruses Impact of Vegetarian Diet on Bone Health Youth Sport Specialization and Injury Risk…
I read research papers on a regular basis. It helps me stay current in the field, but my approach to personal training is based first and foremost on observations made in the trenches—not in the lab. Often, it can take a while for science to catch up. Case in point: yesterday I received the latest…
When it comes to squats and deadlifts, you can analyze knee mechanics in great detail—or keep it simple. Let’s take the easy route: While individual structural differences play a role, the key is maintaining a neutral spine and a braced core. Old Rules and New Trends For years, lifters have been told not to let…
Staying up to date with scientific research can provide valuable insights for health and fitness professionals. If you’re a personal trainer, here are some recent findings that can help you stay ahead of the pack: 1. Recruit Fast-Twitch Muscle Fibers for Rehab and Performance Lovering performed muscle biopsies of the rotator cuff and found the…
As we wrap up another year, let’s take a look back at some of the most popular and insightful articles we published in 2015. These ten articles covered everything from injury rehabilitation to Olympic lifting, flexibility training, and advanced strength techniques. If you missed any of them, now’s the perfect time to catch up! The…
Exercise is important for optimal health, but so much confusion exists on what type of exercise is best. For example, aerobic activity is crucial for weight loss, right? Sure, you’ll lose weight, but at what expense? If you do excessive aerobic work, rest assured that you will catabolize muscle tissue—and keep in mind that the…
Many myths exist regarding weight training. For instance: The list goes on. None of these are entirely true. Weight training is simply a tool—it’s not the tool itself that should be blamed but rather how you use it. If you consistently train in a shortened range of motion (ROM), you may become muscle-bound and inflexible….