This information is taken from Introduction to Parkinson’s Disease, a continuing education course authored by Dr. AQ Rana, leading PD researcher and founder of the World Parkinson’s Program. The two primary categories of symptoms for Parkinson’s disease are the primary Read More …
To understand how Pulmonary Hypertension reacts to Mind/Body Medicine you must understand what is going on biologically. Mind/Body Medicine such as meditation and exercise can help to give these clients a better quality of life. As a fitness professional it Read More …
The information in this course can be found in the Understanding Human Movement Home Study Course. Introduction The human body is a complex machine that consists of multiple parts engineered to work and function synergistically. At the helm is the Read More …
The information in this course is from the Blood Lab Wellness Specialist CE course. A recent post in the Journal of Precision Medicine looks at the rise of consumer genetic testing like 23 and Me as the new boon in Read More …
The information provided is adapted from the “Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention and Intervention Program.” Dementia is a syndrome characterized by a chronic deterioration relating to memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform activities of daily living. Consciousness, however, is not Read More …
Information for this Blog post is taken from Stress Management Exercise Specialist ™ Course for Health and Fitness Professionals: Specialist Certificate Program As fitness professionals, we know that exercise helps our clients to cope with stress. We are told that any type Read More …
Brain health is directly related to blood sugar levels (glucose homeostasis) in the body. The information in this article is taken from the American Academy of Sports Dietitians and Nutritionists (AASDN) continuing education course “The Science of Nutrition.” There are Read More …
6 General Recommendations for Working with Clients with Respiratory Conditions. Knowledge of the respiratory system and pulmonary function is fundamental for training the client with chronic conditions known as pulmonary disorders. These disorders are characterized by airflow obstruction, cardiovascular and Read More …
Did you know that it is well established that Body Fat Poses a Major Risk for Breast Cancer and severity of lymphedema? Health-fitness professionals can play a huge role in reducing breast cancer risk and the debilitating effects of lymphedema. Read More …
As a trainer, you wear many different hats during a typical work week. In turn, you are pulled in many different directions among family, friends and clients. If you are focusing on too many topics at once you cannot be Read More …
