NETA Fit Tips
Make the Most of the Moment
Most of us have had our lives turned upside down, which has left us wondering what the next few weeks, and even months, will look like. Some of us have more work and life stress than ever before,
Teaching Tip: Roller Reset
Teaching Tip: HIIT with Yoga Simple Sequence
Causes and Cures for Rounded Shoulders
Rounded shoulders or excessive thoracic kyphosis refers to a disproportionate forward rounding or curvature of the middle and upper back.3 It is a common postural imbalance that can be caused by
Is Your Gluteus Maximus Causing Your Knee Pain?
Is your gluteus maximus causing your knee pain? Most people assume that their knee pain is caused by problems with the functioning of their knee joint. However, in most cases, the cause of the problem
Tight Hip Flexors Can Cause Lower Back Pain, Knee Pain and Foot Pain
A large percentage of the population has dysfunctional hip flexor muscles as a result of poor posture, faulty biomechanics, sitting too much and/or stress.1, 2, 3 This can lead to pain in not only the
Smarter Workouts – Time to Work SMARTER not HARDER
When many of us think of summer, sunshine, grilling and relaxation come to mind. But, let’s not forget about how busy summer is! Whether you’re vacationing, running around to various kid’s sporting
How will you celebrate Global Running Day 2019?
Tomorrow, June 5th, 2019 we come together to celebrate Global Running Day. Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running¹. Global Running Day not only serves as motivation for people to get
How Tight Hips Can Cause Knee Pain
To help you understand how tight hips can cause knee pain you must first appreciate that the knee seldom works in isolation.¹ For example, activities that often cause knee pain like squatting,
What Is Functional Anatomy?
Most textbooks on traditional anatomy tell us that ‘Muscle A’ goes from ‘Bone 1’ to ‘Bone 2’, and when it contracts it pulls these two bones together. For example, a text of this type might explain
Is Your Ab Routine Hurting Your Back?
What does your abdominal training routine or the exercises you recommend for your clients look like? Are the techniques you choose helping your abs look good while inadvertently hurting your lower
Can Better Posture Make You Happier?
As a fitness professional trained in musculoskeletal assessments, you are already aware that a client’s posture holds clues about their structure and movement potential. However, have you ever
Are Your Mental Habits Making Your Pain Worse?
People faced with the day in day out experience of ongoing muscle and joint pain often develop mental habits to help them cope that can actually make their condition worse.1 Emotions such as anger,
Benefits of Becoming a Corrective Exercise Specialist
Research shows that 90% of people report painful and limiting musculoskeletal conditions affecting the success of their workouts.4 In response to this need corrective exercise is booming with fitness
The New Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans is an essential resource for health and fitness professionals. The original edition includes recommendations for Americans ages 6 years and over -
