In the world of fitness, few names resonate as profoundly as Don Wildman's. A trailblazing visionary who revolutionized the industry, Wildman reimagined the concept of health clubs, making fitness accessible and mainstream in many inspiring ways. Known for his legendary high-intensity workouts and as an Ironman age group winner, Don is credited with introducing music to group fitness classes, a pivotal change that significantly enhanced the welcoming atmosphere of gyms, particularly for women...| NASM Blog
For many people, having a few drinks is part of day-to-day life—a cocktail after work, a toast at a wedding, or a drink to unwind. It can be easy to lose sight of how alcohol can affect health and wellness. But if you’re working on developing mindfulness in everyday life, it makes sense to be more intentional with alcohol.| NASM Blog
Fitness and wellness have been around since the time of Homer in Ancient Greece, though they haven’t always looked like they do today. Cleopatra used cosmetics, lotions, and wraps with ingredients we see on shelves now, but her lifestyle wasn’t accessible for most people. In 2022, personal care and beauty made up 19% of the $5.6 trillion global wellness market, according to the Global Wellness Institute. Let’s dive into the history of wellness and fitness to better understand how to liv...| NASM Blog
There has been a lot of talk about why you should drink more mindfully, especially on the heels of Dry January, but there remains an important question: how do you drink more mindfully? In this episode of “ Mindful Drinking,” host Derek Brown shares his experience moving from a heavy drinker to a mindful one, and how he created the acronym RATE, which outlines the strategies you can use to reduce or eliminate drinking alcohol.| NASM Blog
The term “metabolism” often grabs attention, especially in a culture fixated on calorie counting. As a nutrition coach or weight loss specialist, you're probably familiar with the inquiries about how to boost metabolism. This is often associated with a journey from 'fat-to-fit' or 'flab-to-fab,' driven by enhanced caloric expenditure, increased lean body mass, greater fat utilization, and overall weight loss.| NASM Blog
Meal prep is more than just a trend — it's a transformative approach to nourishing our bodies amidst our fast-paced lives.| NASM Blog
Social media is a tool. Whether it helps or hurts you depends on how you use it. Social media can connect us to the communities and world around us, but it can also have serious impacts on mental health and wellness, like increasing rates of depression and decreasing sleep.| NASM Blog
The human body is not made up of isolated segments of muscles, bones, connective tissue, and ligaments. Rather, the body is a series of interconnected parts that all impact each other. This impact can either be positive or negative. Ideally, when the kinetic chain is incorporated, the human body works as a holistic collection of parts working in harmony to help create coordinated and optimal movement patterns. When this concept is incorporated into a training program, it can play a fundamenta...| NASM Blog
Embarking on a journey to address obesity through medication is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. In this exploration, we delve into the key aspects of using medication, specifically focusing on Semaglutide, as a potential tool in the battle against obesity. From safety concerns to effectiveness and beyond, let's navigate the landscape of medication for obesity to equip you with the essential knowledge needed for an informed decision. Learn even more when you check o...| NASM Blog
In 2009, my family captured a five-generation photo: five children (ages 5, 2, 2, 2, and 2), myself (age 26), my mother (age 55), my grandfather (age 79), and my great-grandmother (age 107). Although my great-grandmother passed away at almost 108 years old, my grandfather, her son, is now 93 and maintains an active lifestyle, walking several miles a day and hitting the gym weekly. Did I inherit good genes, or did lifestyle choices contribute to my ancestors' longevity? What dietary practices ...| NASM Blog
There are a lot of phrases to describe the way we drink or don’t drink alcohol. In fact, it seems as though we’re creating new phrases all the time. I’m sure you’ve heard of “sober curious” or maybe even “sober-ish,” but what about “tempo drinking” or “flex drinking”? The latter are terms to describe switching between alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks during different intervals during the week or even switching back and forth within a single night. There are also entire...| NASM Blog
In American culture, drinking alcohol is extremely prevalent and is often integrated into regular aspects of life such as celebrations, business deals, relaxing, socializing, or de-stressing. It can be easy to fall into the “everyone else is doing it!” mindset in those situations, mindlessly grabbing a cocktail to not stand out. The sober curious movement challenges this mindset by encouraging people to begin to question their relationship with alcohol so that they can make conscious drin...| NASM Blog
What’s the definition of goblet squats? Your new best friend for building stronger glutes! This exercise isn't just a fitness trend; it's a game-changer for anyone looking to amp up their lower body strength. In this article, we'll walk you through the nitty-gritty of goblet squats - from the perfect technique to their benefits. Whether you're a gym newbie or a seasoned pro, get ready to discover how this powerhouse move can elevate your workout routine.| NASM Blog
Welcome to 2024: A Fresh Spin on Health and Fitness Resolutions As the New Year's Eve confetti settles and 2024 unfolds, we at NASM are excited to share the responses from a recently commissioned YouGov survey. This survey, which polled 1,737 Americans, ranging from the casual jogger to the gym fanatic, reveals a significant shift in New Year's resolutions.| NASM Blog
Alcohol and Sleep Alcohol is the oldest and still one of the most widely used, mind-altering substances. It is so common and accepted in our culture that you may take it for granted. Yet, you might want to reconsider an evening cocktail if you take a closer look at the relationship between alcohol and sleep. In this blog, part of our Mindful Drinking blog series, we explore the intricate relationship between alcohol consumption and sleep, delving into the impact of drinking on sleep quality...| NASM Blog
If you have an endomorph body type, then you know the struggle of feeling like it’s easy to gain weight and nearly impossible to lose it. While a lean, athletic physique may feel out of reach, it’s not! Following an endomorph diet can help you finally make progress toward your health and fitness goals by tailoring your nutrition to your specific needs.| NASM Blog
Mesomorphs might seem to have it easy, with their naturally athletic build, but they, too, require an intentional approach to nutrition and fitness in order to maintain or build upon this physique. By following a mesomorph diet and a tailored workout plan, mesomorphs can work with their body type tendencies to achieve their fitness goals, whether that means maintaining their athletic physique, building more muscle mass, or lowering their body fat percentage for an even leaner look.| NASM Blog
One of the biggest struggles for most people—whether they are just starting their weight lifting journey or are seasoned lifters—is understanding proper nutrition. This blog is great for anyone that is looking to maximize their performance and translate all that hard work in the gym into muscle and strength including weight lifters, fitness enthusiasts, bodybuilders, or those new to weight lifting seeking guidance on dietary practices.| NASM Blog
If you walk down the street of your nearest downtown on any given day, you will likely notice that bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Diverse body types have been used across all cultures to portray current societal norms for beauty, wealth, health, and status (using sculptures, art, fashion, advertisements, etc.) since well before the 1900s.| NASM Blog
Introducing the all-new NASM Peak Physique Podcast dedicated to the world of physique and bodybuilding! In this exciting podcast series, hosted by Andre Adams, NASM Master Trainer, Olympian, and IFBB Pro, we'll be your guides on a journey through the art and science of bodybuilding, covering everything from muscle hypertrophy and nutrition to competition preparation and beyond.| NASM Blog
NASM Certified Personal Trainers are widely known as fitpros who take their careers seriously. Beyond being well-versed in what it takes to be an excellent personal trainer, NASM CPTs are dedicated to growth and reaching their full potential in their careers. If you’re a CPT nodding along in agreement, you’ve probably taken time to learn all of the ways that you can best serve your clients through excellent service (including the technology that makes your business run) and staying curren...| NASM Blog
Are you someone who struggles with balancing your well-being? With all the health and wellness information available it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, unsure how to spend your time, energy, and resources to craft a well-balanced wellness practice.| NASM Blog
Mindfulness, the ability to focus on your experience of the present moment, is often associated with meditation. Many people think mindfulness means sitting on a cushion and focusing on breathing or a mantra. Yet mindfulness can be applied to many other aspects of our lives.| NASM Blog
If you enjoy the convenience of bodyweight exercises and the challenge that they bring, then you may already know that chin ups and pull-ups are among the most effective bodyweight exercises to strengthen and develop muscles in the upper body. Don’t let the fact that their bodyweight exercises fool you; these demanding moves require proper form and technique to build strength and prevent injury. In this article, you’ll learn the difference between chin ups and pull ups (yes, there really ...| NASM Blog
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If you’re looking for one single exercise that can improve your overall strength, power, and cardiorespiratory fitness, then the kettlebell (KB) swing is it. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not! This mighty hip-hinge movement is nearly a total-body exercise that demands strength, power, and stamina to perform it correctly. Kettlebells aren’t just for swings, either. This increasingly popular piece of equipment can be used for a wide array of muscle-building exercises. This guide will c...| NASM Blog
The words “health” and “wellness” are often used interchangeably. The media, coaches, and even your doctors may use either word as a catch all for the status of someone's combined physical and mental state of being. This can be confusing since there are key differences between health and wellness. In this article, we aim to help you understand these differences to support you in unlocking a more holistic approach to your own well-being.| NASM Blog
Romanian deadlifts, or RDLs, have become a staple in workouts across the world. Even though the exercise itself looks simple to execute, the most common questions that trainers are asked when it comes to RDLs are: “Am I doing this right?” and “Why are they called Romanian deadlifts?”. Read on to find out how the exercise got its name, how to perform RDLs correctly, and common mistakes to avoid when performing the move.| NASM Blog
What better way to finish a workout than by doing some moves that will put the exclamation mark at the end of your session? You know, the kind of moves that get the heart rate up and the muscles burning. These kinds of finishing touches are the perfect way to add an extra calorie burn and squeeze in some client favorites at the end of an already great workout.| NASM Blog
Sleep and rest are crucial to our overall well-being. In fact, getting too little or even too much sleep can adversely affect our day-to-day physical health, energy levels, nutrition and mental well-being.| NASM Blog
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Summer is finally here. The days are longer, the sun is warmer, and the activities available are exploding. It's easy to get overwhelmed or neglect our wellness in the burst of activity, so here's NASM's summer back-to-basics wellness guide from a Certified Wellness Coach.| NASM Blog
Every year when the temperatures start heating up, we all think the same thing: “How is the summer here already?!” Ready or not, beach season has officially arrived, but that doesn’t mean that you’ve completely missed the boat on getting your body (and your mind) right for some time in the sun with family and friends. Do you have to look like a physical specimen to enjoy an excellent vacation in your swimsuit while enjoying the sun? Absolutely not! But if you’re looking for tips on ...| NASM Blog
CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, is a life-saving skill you hope you never have to use, but it could save someone’s life if you do. Because of that, it's important to learn CPR and how to use an AED to save the life of a loved one, should they need emergency care.| NASM Blog
For those looking to embark on a new season of health and wellness, summer tends to be the ultimate goal, like having a "perfect body” that’s ready for a beach vacation. But lifestyle modification attempts, such as weight loss trends, manage to reach a peak in the spring months and begin to decline as summer begins with weight gain beginning again in the fall and winter months (Griffiths et al., 2022). Making summer a season of better health can still be achieved, however, with better nut...| NASM Blog
Have you always wanted to gain more knowledge and coaching-specific skills when it comes to nutrition? Well, luckily for you, NASM offers three courses to help you get a very thorough education and certify you to use your newly gained knowledge to coach clients. These three courses offer their own unique takes on nutrition and how they can emphasize each client’s health, wellness, and fitness levels. With that in mind, how do you know which is right for you and your career and interests in ...| NASM Blog
From an Olympic athlete to becoming a successful entrepreneur and CEO, London-born Louise Hazel has been “slaying” the game of life. Louise is an English track and field athlete from the United Kingdom who’s competed in four major international championships and won gold at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. After life as an Olympian and professional athlete, Louise seamlessly transitioned into a different spotlight—hosting various sports television shows. However, she felt a calling to ...| NASM Blog
Whether you’ve been working out for years or worked out a day in your life, hiring a certified personal trainer (CPT) could be exactly what you need to help you reach your goals and take your fitness to the next level. To help you better understand the benefits of hiring a trainer, what to expect from a personal trainer, and how to choose the right one for you, we’ve answered these questions plus some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to hiring a personal trainer.| NASM Blog
Heart disease and diabetes are among the leading causes of death and decreased quality of life, and they account for most healthcare-related costs around the world. As such, it is reasonable to say that such diseases are arguably the largest health problems facing the world today. Facing these facts, it is sobering to know most of these diseases are preventable. Central to the prevention of these diseases is, of all things, nutrition. In fact, it has been estimated that ~60-80% of the risk ...| NASM Blog
While many believe the only function of a Certified Personal Trainer is to help clients lose weight and get six-pack abs, the true job of a trainer is to fix movement dysfunction and help your client adopt healthy behaviors that improve overall health.| NASM Blog
There are a wide variety of emotions that we can feel moment to moment based on what is happening around us. For example, happy, sad, excited, and angry are all emotional states that we can feel in any given passing moment or even all at the same time depending on the situation.| NASM Blog
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) estimates that in 2023 there will be 93,000 certified health and fitness coaches worldwide. Chances are you've encountered coaches with many niches including wellness, career, relationship, and executive coaches. When considering working with or becoming a coach it can be helpful to understand the expertise and scope of practice for different types of fitness and wellness leaders.| NASM Blog
While most people know their lifestyle behaviors impact physical and mental health, many individuals and groups struggle to meet basic recommendations for movement, healthful nutrition, proper rest and sleep, and stress management.| NASM Blog
This blog will discuss what nutrient timing is and how it can benefit your weight and nutrient goals.| blog.nasm.org
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This blog explains the importance of progressive overload and how clients can progressively improve their fitness. Learn how this connects to hypertrophy.| blog.nasm.org
This blog will dive into the details of the scope of practice and educational requirements between a Nutrition Coach and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.| blog.nasm.org
This blog will go over what sleep deprivation is and how it can harm your body, health and wellness.| blog.nasm.org