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Assessments and Measures—Interviews from Experts in Personal Training
April 2, 2015
While a basic fitness assessment will always be a part of a comprehensive client assessment, there is an array of more sophisticated tests and measures that are available to the personal trainer today.
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Five Dietary Adjustments that Support Personal and Planetary Health
September 30, 2022
This article emphasizes environmental and nutritional dimensions in which there is enough robust evidence to make meaningful recommendations for sustainable nutrition practices.
Personal trainers Nutrition Professional Development Nutrition Food System Farms Environment Eating Habits
Developing an Educational Culture
April 1, 2016
Personal trainers and strength and conditioning coaches around the world are the frontline and display of any fitness facility. Common issues, such as sales techniques and member interaction/experience, can be qualities that are developed over time through employee education.
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Resistance Training for the Older Client – Should They Press, Squat, and Deadlift?
April 30, 2021
This article discusses the importance of resistance training for older adults and considerations that personal trainers need to be aware of when working with this population.
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Diane Homan on Volleyball, Confidence, and Coaching Full Circle
October 7, 2025
NSCA Member Spotlight: Diane Homan shares her journey from club volleyball to coaching youth and professional athletes, built on NSCA credentials and community.
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Protein and Amino Acid Requirements for Elderly Clients
July 25, 2025
This Personal Trainers Quarterly article presents protein dosing strategies to maximize wellness for the aging population. Visit NSCA online to read more on nutrition, health, and wellness.
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Strength Training for Mental Resilience – How Resistance Training Benefits Mental Health
September 25, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article explores the science behind strength training’s effects on mental health and strategies for integrating wellness programming. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness news and exercise research.
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How to Modify the Back Squat for Lower Back Pain
December 2, 2022
This article seeks to provide personal trainers with eight brief modifications that clients can benefit from if they suffer from both acute and chronic lower back pain (LBP).
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Features, Benefits, and Results—How to Differentiate Yourself in a Competitive Market
October 1, 2014
By understanding the differences between features, benefits, and results, along with how they impact current or potential clients, personal trainers can separate themselves from the rest of the pack and ensure long-term success of their business.
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