Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Are happiness exercises part of your training program design? Does that question seem odd?

Leading researchers suggest that activities which increase happiness may also boost participation in physical activity and improve overall health. This presents an opportunity for fitness professionals. By integrating positivity practices into training sessions, fit pros can enhance client happiness, improve retention and attract new clients who want to join in the joy. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article explores the latest research between happiness and exercise, provides a foundation in the concept of emotional well-being and provides suggestions on how to create positivity in your training studio.

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Scientific interest in high-performance aging has only just begun. 

While there is a large body of research into the mechanisms of aging, this field has yet to examine highly trained adult athletes.  With more than 100 million individuals in the U.S. over the age of 50, the pool of potential athletes and clients interested in high-performance fitness is vast. Written by Charlie Hoolihan, this article discusses science-based protocols that fitness professionals can utilize when training masters athletes over 50.

 Read by Judy Minich – Managing Editor – IDEA

Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Research confirms that exercise can be an effective antidote, both physically and mentally, for people with smartphone addiction.

As fitness professionals, we face the challenge of competing for our clients’ attention. Some clients are unable or unwilling to disconnect. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article will provide tips for you and your clients to use exercise, mindfulness, time in nature and digital breaks as a way to restore balance.

In addition, you will hear 5 short articles by James Beard Award–winning food journalist, dietitian and author, Matthew Kadey, MS, RD, including Sleep Tight on a Healthy Diet, Use Less Salt, Keep the Flavor, and The New Label Lingo?

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA