The Scoop on Natural Flavoring in Your Food: Good or Bad?
Many food products include “natural flavorings” among the list of ingredients. The term can seem a bit paradoxical. How can added flavoring also be natural? Further, what makes natural flavorings distinct from artificial flavorings? These questions also prompt us to...
A Revolutionary Approach for Fitness Training: What is the ACE Mover Method?
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is a leading organization in the personal training education industry. In 2020, ACE introduced the innovative Mover Method into its curriculum offerings. The aim of the Mover Method is to empower clients to engage more...
4 Ways Personal Trainers Can Improve the Health and Well-Being of Older Adults
As the Baby Boomer generation enters retirement, there will be an increased need for many types of services catering to older clients. This is especially true in the personal fitness industry, as clients who are older have the time and resources to dedicate to their...
The Power of Healthy Aging: Women Breaking Barriers and Redefining Aging
Women, particularly in Western countries like the United States, can feel pressured to slow or even prevent the natural aging process. However, healthy aging is a much more suitable goal for long-term happiness and well-being. In fact, viewing aging in a positive...
From Sweet to Spicy: What Makes Thai Cuisine So Good?
Year after year, Thai food tops the list of the world's favorite cuisines. One surprising reason for this is the Thai government's diplomatic initiative, the Global Thai Program, launched in 2002. This initiative aimed to open at least 3,000 Thai restaurants across...
Creating An In-Home Training Program for Seniors
In-home training is rising, and more seniors are seeking personal training. Trainers who work with seniors should consider in-home training options.
Boosting Brain Power: How Exercise Can Build Mental Muscle in Seniors
All seniors are susceptible to some form of age-related cognitive decline. After age 30, volume in key brain areas, such as the hippocampus and frontal lobes, begins to decline. For example, minor memory loss, reduced concentration capacity, and slower processing...
How Seniors Can Treat Chronic Pain with Physical Activity
Chronic pain is a common ailment among seniors. By some estimates, more than 8 out of 10 seniors experience at least one form of chronic pain. Since chronic pain can restrict mobility, many seniors avoid physical activity to avoid exacerbating their...
What Are the 4 Dimensions of Senior Fitness?
The natural aging process causes physical and biological changes that impact our fitness levels. As we get older, we may experience a decline in any of the four dimensions of fitness: endurance, flexibility, balance, and strength. While this is normal, it doesn’t mean...
5 of the Best Exercises to Address Age-Related Posture Problems in Seniors
One of the many benefits of regular exercise for seniors is stronger and healthier joints, muscles, and bones. A strong musculoskeletal system is essential to maintaining a healthy posture as you age. Regular, challenging, low impact exercise can counter the...