Archive for March 2021
More Americans Experiencing Food Insecurity
The number of Americans experiencing food insecurity jumped more than twofold in recent years, increasing from 8.7% during 1999–2000 to 18.2% in 2015–2016.
Read MoreMarch 2021 Question of the Month: Are Menu Calorie Counts a Health Savior?
Do you believe calories on menus are as effective as the research concludes? Do you use this information to make food choices when eating out?
Read MoreCycling Class Connection
Read on to find out more from fellow indoor cycling instructors on how to build connection with participants in your cycling classes.
Read MoreRecipe for Health: Roasted Salmon With Blueberry Sauce
The flavan-3-ols you will get in this sweet-savory salmon abd blueberry recipe will add to a healthy diet and shave down high blood pressure.
Read MoreThe Mom Code
Multicertified trainer Andrea Hammer became a support for teenager Gabi to help her learn new fitness skills and reach her health goals.
Read MoreGreenhouse Emissions From Animal-Based Products
Greenhouse emissions would drop 35% if Americans replaced half of the animal-based products in their diet with plant-based foods, according to researchers.
Read MoreFructose and Glucose Health Hazards
Consuming the high-fructose corn syrup appears to be linked to heart disease risk, mainly because it contains both fructose and glucose.
Read MoreBreaking Down Salivary Glands
It’s well-known that salivary glands are key components of the digestive system, allowing us to consume nutrients, but there’s more to these oral organs!
Read MoreIDEA Member Spotlight: March 2021
Meet three IDEA members and personal trainers who truly shine: Shelley Russell, Lindsay Maurer and Desi Bartlett, MS.
Read MoreMeet a Team Member: Sarah Kolvas
Get to know IDEA’s associate editor, Sarah Kolvas.
Read MoreStretches After Sitting All Day
Encourage your fitness class participants to use these simple stretches after sitting all day to help their muscles return to a relaxed state.
Read MoreGet Your Sleep Before a Big Game
College athletes who skimp on sleep may be increasing their risk for injury, according to a small study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers.
Read MoreEffects of Aging on the Neuromuscular System
Most people think of the “baby boom” as a huge uptick in the birthrate following World War II, and while that’s true, here’s another view: By the end of 2030, all baby boomers will be over the age of 65 (United States Census Bureau 2018), resulting in a “senior boom.” As this shift occurs, it’s increasingly likely that fitness professionals will need to work with people who are experiencing normal age-related physiological changes. Understanding how these changes impact seniors is essential for trainers and instructors wanting to best serve this population’s unique needs.
Read MoreVideo Games and Poor Eating Habits
The explosive growth of the video game industry may be leading to less-than-stellar eating habits in young men.
Read MoreCarbs and Fecundability
Women in North America and Denmark who wanted to become pregnant and consumed higher amounts of lower-quality carbohydrates experienced lower fecundability.
Read MoreSample Class: Tape-Box Workout
This fitness class with “tape box” workouts uses painter’s tape on the floor to create high-intensity agility and body-weight strength drills.
Read MoreMega Heart-Healthy Fat
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in America, but omega-3 fatty acids can help, according to a review on cardiovascular disease prevention.
Read MoreGen Z Values Sustainability
When marketing to young adults, consider brand values. Gen Z and millennials care about sustainability and social impact, according to a survey.
Read MoreFitness Helps Kids Who Need It Most
New evidence supports the value of physical education programs for kids, not only for physical health, but also for cognitive health.
Read MoreVote Citrus for More Muscle
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition found that adults with the highest levels of vitamin C had more skeletal muscle growth.
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