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Joanna Sibler Hathaway

Joanna Sibler Hathaway

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Joanna Silber Hathaway, MPH, CPT, is a fitness and nutrition educator, coach, and trainer working at both the individual and community levels. With a specialization in health communication, she has spent over 15 years as a video producer and curriculum developer. Joanna is especially passionate about helping people envision and build their lives in healthier ways through environmental and behavioral change. 

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Too Busy to Exercise? 4 Crucial Exercises You Can Do in 5 Minutes

August 27, 2018 | by Joanna Sibler Hathaway in Fitness
Too Busy to Exercise? 4 Crucial Exercises You Can Do in 5 Minutes

Some movement is better than none, and there are countless ways that you can get in physical activity. Even small bouts of exercise can add up to big benefits. Here are a few key exercises that work major muscles groups and improve overall strength that can be done just about anytime and anywhere.

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Too Busy to Exercise? 4 Crucial Exercises You Can Do in 5 Minutes

March 28, 2018 | by Joanna Sibler Hathaway in Fitness
Too Busy to Exercise? 4 Crucial Exercises You Can Do in 5 Minutes

Some exercise is better than none, and there are countless times and places when you can get in a few exercises. And those small bouts of exercise can add up to big benefits. Here are a few key exercises that work major muscles groups and improve overall strength that can be done just about anytime and anywhere.

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5 Basic Yoga Modifications to Get Clients Affected by Obesity Started

December 11, 2017 | by Joanna Sibler Hathaway in Overweight & Obesity
5 Basic Yoga Modifications to Get Clients Affected by Obesity Started

As a health and fitness pro, you can make yoga easier and more approachable for your clients who inhabit larger bodies. Learn how to introduce clients to yoga in a physically and emotionally safe manner, which can help open a world benefits to those who might not be inclined to try it on their own.

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Tips for Training Clients Impacted by Obesity

June 12, 2017 | by Joanna Sibler Hathaway in Overweight & Obesity
Tips for Training Clients Impacted by Obesity

Training clients impacted by obesity can be tremendously rewarding. Learn about the specific physical considerations you must take into account to develop realistic, customized and sensitive exercise programs that will set your clients up for long-term success.

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Seated Workouts for Beginners: 5 Tips for Starting Exercise from Scratch

June 06, 2017 | by Joanna Sibler Hathaway in Program Design
Seated Workouts for Beginners: 5 Tips for Starting Exercise from Scratch

Seated workouts are a great option for clients who have mobility issues, such as the elderly or those with obesity. Here are five considerations for using seated workouts with your clients, and some starting exercises that could help pave the way for standing workouts in the future.

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