Movement
Five Spring Outdoor Workout Ideas
It is time to get outside. Moving your body in nature (even if your “nature” is mostly cars and concrete) is essential for your mental and physical health! As I always tell my clients, “The worse your mood, the more important the workout” and, “Blah, blah, blah. GO WORK OUT!” The only workout you ever regret is the one you do not do, and do not give yourself the opportunity to think your way out…
Read MoreMusic for Online Workouts and Classes
CANFITPRO PARTNERS WITH LEADING MUSIC COMPANIES TO BRING YOU ROYALTY-FREE MUSIC FOR FREE As fitness professionals, music is essential to us. Killer beats and favourite jams can have performance-boosting effects, can energize, inspire; and can keep us going during a grueling workout. So, we purchase and consume music at a fast rate. The world of…
Read MoreGlute Training: How To Turn The Dangerous, Difficult And Uncomfortable Into A Client Magnet!
If you offer fitness services, you are measured on results. As we look to get back to being open full time post pandemic, having tools that will assist and compliment your expertise is critical in creating a results driven experience for your patrons.In our society, the results most often pursued are those of fat loss,…
Read MoreThe Trainers Guide to Off-Season Nutrition
Whether your clients are weekend warriors or professional athletes, or perhaps you are a coach or parent of an aspiring pro, something you all have in common is that you know that sports nutrition and fueling properly is important for overall health and performance. Something else you and your clients all have in common right now? A change in training and…
Read MoreStrong Feet and Ankles for Better Running
“Strong feet” may not be the “sexiest” of fitness goals, but it is an important one, nonetheless. I resisted intentionally strengthening my feet and ankles for years. I thought, “I don’t need to devote dedicated time to lifting my toes, balancing on one leg, etc .… That part of my body will just get strong…
Read MoreVirtual Schooling: More Movement for Classroom Success
Before COVID-19, kids were in front of a screen for an average of 7.5 hours a day, negatively affecting their mental and physical health. Researchers found higher rates of depression, aggression, and reduced interpersonal skills. Veteran teachers were reporting rising levels of misbehavior. And children were more sedentary and weaker than they have ever been. Study after study has found that…
Read MorePurposeful Pandemic Warm-ups
Today, I was reminded why “60% of the time” warm-ups “work every time” (Ron Burgundy). Today, I woke up from a caffeine nap (drink the coffee and nap for 20 minutes while the caffeine kicks in), walked straight downstairs, chugged a cup of water, strapped on my boots and bolted straight out the door; in…
Read More5 Ways to Keep Cardio Workouts Interesting
Do you thrive in the cardio lane? You don’t have to become a soccer player if you hate team sports and running. I am absolutely a believer in finding activities that you enjoy—or at least activities you don’t despise. The benefits of any workout are moot if you can’t actually make yourself do the activity.…BUT,…
Read MoreFitness is More Accessible in 2021
Fitness industry evolves to deliver physical and mental health expertise and content during pandemic A recent survey found the pandemic has fed demand for online and virtual content, renewed enthusiasm for bodyweight and functional exercises, and prompted fitness professionals to offer a broader range of services and expertise. Key findings from the 2021 canfitpro Fitness Trends survey that…
Read MoreSit Fit Training Ideas
BY KATHLEEN TROTTER, PTS A small and lightweight tool that can give your clients more practical results for their balance and foot proprioception.
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