IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast

Training Happy for Positive Behavioral Change

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

Training Techniques for High-Performance Masters Athletes

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

Seeking Relief From Digital Distraction, You Can’t Outrun a Bad Diet, and MSG vs. Salt

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

Your Gut Microbiome and Its Connection to Sleep

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 article on this podcast, so you also can read it 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.Discover the intricate web that ties together food and drink, the gut, and the health benefits of sleep.The gut microbiome is home to thousands of bacteria. It affects appetite, metabolism, weight management, and whether or not a sound sleep arrives at night. To understand how nutrition, the gut and sleep interact, we need to take a closer look at the purpose and physiology of sleep. This article was written by Teri Mosey, PhDRead by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

Understanding Food Allergy, Intolerance and Sensitivity

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.Food reactivity issues seem to be on the rise: What does this mean for you and your clients, and how can you coach people to adopt appropriate nutritional solutions?85 million Americans are affected by food allergies and intolerances, and 32 million of them have a true food allergy (potentially life-threatening) (FARE 2021a). How do you handle all the incoming information in the realm of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities? This article will help you gain an understanding of this topic, including what distinguishes food allergies from intolerances and sensitivities, how these issues can impact health and fitness, and when it’s appropriate to seek nutritional or medical guidance.This article was written by Laura Quaglio, Laura Gibofsky, MS, RD, CDN, Janice Vickerstaff Joneja, PhD and Diana Munoz-Mendoza, MDRead by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA