![Nicole Golden](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/nicoleprofessionalpic.jpg)
Many of us (and our clients) have a fixation on the weight scale. We judge our fitness, progress, and unfortunately, at times, self-worth, based on that number that appears on the scale when we step on it first thing in the morning.
![Jacqueline Kaminski](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/kaminsky.jpg)
If you’re motivated to get your daily workout in but can’t always make it to the gym, you’ll likely get moving outside, do some bodyweight exercises, or maybe you break a sweat in the home gym you built! However, buying free weights and other fitness ...
![Jacqueline Kaminski](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/kaminsky.jpg)
If you’ve ever done any type of strenuous exercise, I’m sure you have felt the effects of it the next day. Can’t move. Stiff. Aching… what most of us allude to as muscle soreness.
![Kinsey Mahaffey](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Kinsey_Headshot.jpg)
In a world of limitless fitness tech options and gadgets, is it still valid to judge the intensity of your workout based on how it feels? Short answer: Yes! The RPE scale is a simple, yet surprisingly accurate way to monitor intensity of exercise.
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The “NASM-CPT Podcast” spans the globe as Rick Richey made the 9,500-mile trek from New York City to Singapore for this very special road show. In this episode, Rick deep dives into key points of discussion from the FIT Summit where he is serving as a ...
![Dana Bender](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Dana-Bender_avatar_1564156866-110x110.jpg)
“Why do I have no self-control with unhealthy foods?” is a common question a person might ask themselves after he or she makes the impulsive choice to eat junk food. This is especially true if there is an established goal related to eating healthier, ...
![Pat Darby, CFP®, EA](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Pat%20Darby-1.jpg)
It is a common misconception that everything related to your fitness business is a tax deduction. In reality, there are some limitations and rules that you need to be aware of. Many think just because something is used “while running your business” ...
![Darlene Marshall](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/darlene-marshall.jpg)
Most people know what they “should” do to foster a life of wellness. Eat a balanced diet and avoid processed foods, get regular movement, prioritize sleep, reduce stress, and cultivate a positive outlook on life that includes purpose, meaning, and ...
![Pat Darby, CFP®, EA](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Pat%20Darby-1.jpg)
For most fitness professionals, the idea of deducting all their medical expenses might sound too good to be true. However, it’s actually a real perk built into their day-to-day operations. As a fitness entrepreneur, you can deduct 100% of your medical ...
![Dana Bender](https://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20220625005055im_/https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Dana-Bender_avatar_1564156866-110x110.jpg)
There is a multitude of reasons why individuals commit to a regular exercise routine. Engaging in a regular exercise routine is not only a tool used to improve the physical dimension of wellness but also its emotional one. Often the choice to engage in a ...