This featured video is from PG-NASM tutor Ian Murray. Within this video (and attached transcript) Ian will show the merits of using an overhead squat assessment to drive your overall corrective exercise strategy.

When it comes to designing effective workout programmes for stabilisation, weight loss, power, strength, and endurance, Premier Global NASM personal trainers have a secret weapon in the Optimum Performance Training® model.

In February, big news circulated the fitness industry with the announcement that The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) and the UK Coaching owned Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) have merged into a single entity.

Online personal training is now as relevant as it has ever been. What was recently a small niche of the personal training world has now become commonplace. Even most personal training courses are being offered online now with fully proctored exams!  

Do you want to become a qualified personal trainer? Are you excited about the ability to help others reach their fitness goals? If so, what's standing in your way? We want to see you become successful, so that you can share that success with others around you - most notably your clients. 

Exercising during pregnancy is important because the more active you can stay within your pregnancy, the easier it is to adapt to any changes in shape and weight gain. Exercise will also assist with labour and regaining physical status after birth. 

To maintain a healthy diet during pregnancy, it is important to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Additionally, aim to fulfill all prenatal energy needs by getting an adequate intake of carbohydrates and protein during pregnancy.