Archive for January 2021
Older Adults and Brain Fitness
Numerous studies demonstrate that cardiovascular exercise boosts brain fitness and HIIT improves executive function the most.
Read MoreThe Big 8 Food Allergens May Become 9
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that manufacturers should voluntarily declare sesame an allergen ingredient on food labels.
Read MoreGreen Exercise and Urban Settings
A study showed that outdoor exercise can bring about physiological and psychological relaxation in urban environments as well as forest settings.
Read MoreRecipe for Health: Yogurt With Coffee-Plum Sauce
Including shelf-stable dried fruit, such as the dried plums used in the coffee sauce to perk up this yogurt recipe—can help fill some nutritional gaps.
Read MoreSleep Loss? Vigorous Exercise May Reduce Cravings
Vigorous exercise may lessen food cravings and counteract mood impairments resulting from multiple nights of short or fragmented sleep.
Read MoreGrowth in Mind-Body Therapies During the Pandemic
Mindfulness meditation and yoga classes have seen explosive growth since the onset of the pandemic, according to a report from USC.
Read MoreA Feel-Good Pill to Swallow
It’s possible that the benefits of multivitamins can be chalked up to the placebo effect, according to a study in BMJ Open.
Read MoreMove More for Longer Life and Less Heart Disease
Increasing physical activity is one of the most important ways to increase longevity and reduce the risk of heart disease, according to researchers.
Read MoreBone Up on Vegan Nutrition
British scientists discovered that vegan diets lower in protein and calcium affect bone strength, increasing the risk of fracture anywhere in the body.
Read MoreFood and Drink Trends for 2021
The annual Whole Foods Market food prediction report gives us a sampling of what’s on tap for interesting food trends in 2021.
Read More30 Grams of Protein
Researchers found that consuming 30 grams of protein is sufficient for fit men to maximize recovery and muscle growth after vigorous endurance exercise.
Read MoreGet Expert Nutrition Tips at IDEA Personal Trainer Institute Virtual
Pamela Nisevich Bede, MS, RD, will explore nutrition topics at her IDEA Personal Trainer Institute Virtual session, “Nutrition Tips From the Trenches.”
Read MoreGive Real Maple a Turn
The carbohydrate in real maple syrup delivers vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help support health and exercise performance.
Read MorePrep the Shoulders Before Play
As fitness instructors, we can help prevent injuries in our participants by giving the shoulders plenty of attention during the warmup.
Read MoreBipartisan Efforts to Support Health and Fitness Facilities
The Health & Fitness Recovery Act of 2020 reflects efforts to provide financial relief to health and fitness businesses hurt by the pandemic.
Read MoreEccentric Training Lacks Uniform Strategies
Chances are you’re using eccentric training to improve muscular strength and power, and build lean mass. But are you measuring its effectiveness?
Read MoreTips on Teaching Virtual Fitness Classes
Discover how other group fitness instructors have forged the way to virtual fitness classes, and learn from their insights, tips and mistakes.
Read MoreIDEA Member Spotlight: January 2021
Meet three IDEA members who truly shine: Heather Binns, Ling Romulo and Sandy Ellis.
Read MoreBlack Women Less Likely to Meet Activity Guidelines
Findings from the Black Women’s Health Study show that African American women have a life expectancy 2.7 years shorter than Caucasian American women.
Read MorePrepare Clients for the Hiking Trail
Some of your clients may be hiking to keep active, and you can support them with a targeted program that considers the specific skills needed to progress.
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