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Transformation Story - Giselle

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We wanted to congratulate Giselle on all of her surpassing many of her personal records in our Transformation I program.  Her improvement on this workout was about 25% overall in just 4 weeks.  Her tenacious efforts and discipline helped edge out her competitors for our March Athlete of the Month.  Congratulations Giselle! View the Complete Article Here

Standing Yoga Poses

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The Standing Yoga Poses from the Crescent family (indudalasana) may be used to mobilize the obliques and lats.  Single leg variations help build balance. View the Complete Article Here

Personal Training vs Group Fitness Class

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When it comes to deciding between personal training and group training one needs to consider a client’s main purpose. If fun, socializing, and exercising for the sake of exercising is your priority, group training is the way to go. However, if the client is really looking to improve body composition, improve strength and mobility, and/or decrease risk of injury -- personal training is far superior View the Complete Article Here

Kettlebell Windmill Technique

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The Kettlebell Windmill is an excellent hamstring range of motion exercise, improving mobility through the motion.  Here"s How It"s Done. View the Complete Article Here

Mobility Training vs Personal Training vs Physical Therapy vs Massage vs Chiropractic Care  

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Considering seeing a mobility specialist, physical therapist, or a personal trainer?  Learn about the differences in these biomechanical specialties here. View the Complete Article Here

TRX Suspension Trainer Exercises

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An in-depth review of the TRX Suspension Trainer + access to our full database on TRX Suspension Trainer exercises and techniques (over 30 videos). Full comparison against the Jungle Gym and CrossCore 180. 📺 Exercise videos demonstrating Conditioning, Balance, Core, Strength, and Corrective Exercises for the TRX Suspension Trainer. View the Complete Article Here

Balancing Pricing and Coverage on Personal Training Insurance

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If you are like most personal trainers I know, you have probably asked yourself -- How much do I really need to pay for personal training insurance to cover my liability? Individual policies run between $79/year on the low end to $250/yr for comprehensive policies there are lots of options.   Here are some of the options you should consider.  View the Complete Article Here

Personal Trainer: Tax Deduction, Insurance Coverage, and The Letter of Medical Necessity

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Wondering if you can deduct personal training sessions a taxable deduction?  What if you could actually have your insurance cover it?  Step one is to use our Online Letter of Medical Necessity Generator.  You"ll also find a sample PDF of Letter Medical Necessity to hand to your doctor. View the Complete Article Here

Personal Training

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One on One Personal Training Programming includes: stretching, mobility, weight loss, conditioning, and strength training.  All personal training clients start with our Fitness Performance Benchmark. We"ll use that benchmark to design you a custom workout program. View the Complete Article Here

Trail Running vs. Street Running

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This article compares running surfaces (such as trail running, sand, street/road running, astroturf, grass, etc.) and examines the types of proper footwear to improve running performance.  This article also discusses some of important musculature of the foot, and examines the kinds of injuries you can get from trail running and street running. View the Complete Article Here

Trail Running vs. Street Running

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This article compares running surfaces (such as trail running, sand, street/road running, astroturf, grass, etc.) and examines the types of proper footwear to improve running performance.  This article also discusses some of important musculature of the foot, and examines the kinds of injuries you can get from trail running and street running. View the Complete Article Here

Mobility, Nutrition, Strength. A Newsletter

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The Sand & Steel Newsletter is written by Personal Trainers for Personal Trainers.  Our articles feature in-depth curated content on Mobility, Nutrition, and Strength.  Our Mission is simple: provide the best written, research based articles on personal training and fitness available.  Newsletter subscriptions are open to current clients, personal trainers, and those aspiring to improve their health and fitness. View the Complete Article Here

Write For Us - Health and Fitness Guest Blog

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Guest Blogging For Sand & Steel Fitness & Health Create Your Guest Blog Account Write for Us Writing for our Fitness and Health Blog is easy.  View the Complete Article on Guest Blogging Here

Top 50 List Fitness Equipment, Food, and Supplements

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Whether you are starting a home fitness regime or working out at Sand & Steel, you"ll find a wide variety of health and fitness products to choose from.  Here are the top 50 products we recommend to our clients.  Sand & Steel tested and approved. View the Complete Article Here