ISSA Blog Articles

Cardio exercise can help us lose weight by increasing calories burned. But will we get better results by working out in a fasted state? Learn what research says about fasted cardio for weight loss.

Phoenix, AZ (Thursday, April 25, 2024) - The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the global leader in fitness and wellness education and certification, today announced the hiring of Warren Heffelfinger as new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Want to become a personal trainer? ISSA offers this option. Here’s everything you need to know about this high-quality personal training certification course – including how to get started!

There are several things you can do to increase your success as a personal trainer. Here are some of our top tips for creating a personal training business capable of withstanding the test of time.

El desarrollo muscular (tanto para aumentar la fuerza como la hipertrofia) requiere algo más que levantar pesas y hacer ejercicio. Las ganancias musculares ocurren lentamente, pero con una dieta adecuada y saludable, sus clientes alcanzarán sus goles de fuerza más rápidamente.

Some say you need carbs before a workout. Others say they’re more important after exercise. Who’s right? Both, and here’s why.

Does the idea of interviewing for your first personal trainer job make you nervous? Here are some ideas and practical suggestions for preparing to give your best interview and land the job.

If your workout doesn’t currently include Pilates, you’re missing out on its many benefits. We also share how to add Pilates to your cardio and strength training routines.

As part of its ongoing commitment to building industry-leading fitness and wellness curriculum and enhancing student experiences while also prioritizing environmental sustainability.

ISSA offers many certification options. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth pursuing an ISSA certification, it is. We explain why—even if you don’t plan to work as a trainer—and how to pick the best certification for you.

Squats and lunges and leg lifts, OH MY! All this effort and those glutes are still not growing. Find out why and get on the right track to strong, growing glutes today!

El ejercicio es una pieza del rompecabezas del bienestar. La alimentación saludable es otra. ¿Quiere ayudar a las personas a lograr un mayor nivel de salud a través de la nutrición? Aquí se explica cómo convertirse en un coach de nutrición.