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Hormones have a huge effect on the functions of the body, and many are directly affected by exercise (and vice versa). Here is a rundown of some of the most important hormones involved in exercise, along with the physiological functions they control. Understanding how exercise influences hormone levels can help you develop safe and effective exercise programs for your clients.

When working with clients with scoliosis, it’s essential to know how to interpret their functional limitations and muscular imbalances so you can create a workout program that improves strength, range of motion and the length-tension relationship of the muscles on either side of the vertebral column. Here is a basic primer in developing programs for individuals with scoliosis.

Supersets can be a great way to create new strength-training challenges for your clients. Time-efficient and super effective, this opposing super set workout takes just 20 minutes to complete and, with little to no rest between each exercise, it includes a cardio component that keeps the heart rate up throughout the workout.

While there is no single right way to train clients who are overweight or have obesity, using regressions can be an effective method to employ. Functional resistance training and training for daily activities is an ideal method to ensure clients connect their exercise gains with life movements. The key is to utilize “precursor” exercises, like the ones presented here, which benefit coordination, stability, mobility and motor control.

Looking for new ways to maximize the versatility and effectiveness of medicine balls in your clients’ workouts? Here are eight new ways to use medicine balls that will build strength, increase power and keep your clients engaged and having fun during their workouts.