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By: Robyn Kade When learning how to create mind/body fitness classes, music is not often discussed in much depth. It is important to know what type of music is most useful for certain desired outcomes and how to appropriately choose …
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The number of people being diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and ductal breast carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is on the rise. More than three million individuals have survived breast cancer. Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women other …
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By Guest Blogger: Lydia Chan  Alzheimer’s Caregiver | lydia@alzheimerscaregiver.net It’s National Family Caregivers Month, which means it’s time to reflect on all that we do as family caregivers. The long nights, the extra housework — these are all part of …
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The information in this post is from the Alzheimer’s Prevention and Intervention Specialist Certificate Program: Course 1: Exercise Prescription for Alzheimer’s Prevention and Intervention. Authored by Dharma Singh Khalsa M.D., Founding President/Medical Director of Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation There …
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The information in this article is from Core Conditioning Camp, authored by Melisa Weigelt MS, a continuing education course produced by Fitness Learning Systems. Many of the exercises in this workout focus on engaging multiple muscle groups while requiring core …
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Compiled by June M. Chewning BS, MA The information from this article is from “Blood Pressure, Hypertension, and Exercise.”  A continuing education course offered by Fitness Learning Systems. Did you know as a health-fitness professional you can have a positive …
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The information in this article is taken from “The Issue of Aging” a continuing education course authored by gerontology specialist Sandy Stoub, MS. The aspect of “social”-ology of exercise is an important consideration for older adults. While the physiological aspects …
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The information provided is adapted from “Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention and Intervention,” a Medical Fitness Specialist Certificate Program authored by Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation (ARPF) and produced by Fitness Learning Systems. June M. Chewning MA, BS, AEA Dementia is a …
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This information is adapted from “A Modern Approach to Exercise During Pregnancy” a continuing education course authored by Danielle Spangler and produced by Fitness Learning Systems. Historically, prenatal physical activity has been influenced by necessity, race, ethnicity, social status, wealth, …
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What are some things you can do to help your client recover and thrive after Breast Cancer treatment?  What are important things to know to work with BC clients? (The information for this post is adapted from “Return to Life: …
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