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Exercising with a Face Covering: Safety Do’s and Don’ts

June 15, 2020 | by American Council on Exercise in Exercise Science
Exercising with a Face Covering: Safety Do’s and Don’ts

Learn more about safety and exercising with a face covering.

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Supporting Clients Through Lapses and Relapses

March 31, 2020 | by Karen Nathan in Exercise Science
Supporting Clients Through Lapses and Relapses

Do your clients struggle to stick with their health and wellness goals? Lapses and relapses are common, but you can help your clients renew their commitments and make plans to get back on track.

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How Low to Go: Examining Squat Depth From a Safety and Biomechanical Perspective

October 23, 2019 | by Lorne Opler in Exercise Science
How Low to Go: Examining Squat Depth From a Safety and Biomechanical Perspective

Should you have your clients squat to parallel or go deeper? As is the case with so many health- and fitness-related questions, the answer is dependent on several factors. Learn how to help your clients safely perform squats while also minimizing the risk for injury.

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Understanding the Pain Experience to Better Assist Your Clients

September 11, 2019 | by Anthony Carey in Exercise Science
Understanding the Pain Experience to Better Assist Your Clients

As a health and exercise professional, the likelihood of working with clients who have chronic and/or recurrent pain is very high. Learn why understanding the many factors that contribute to the pain experience will assist you in designing the safest and most productive programming and environments for your clients.

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How to Squat Properly: Body Type Breakdown & Anatomy Considerations

August 14, 2019 | by Matthew Cain, PhD in Exercise Science
How to Squat Properly: Body Type Breakdown & Anatomy Considerations

Coaching a client on how to squat properly will vary from one person to the next. Learn why it’s important to consider your clients’ body type and anatomy.

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