Truly horrible fitness advice: “If I can do it, you can do it.”

“If I can do it, you can do it.” You’ve heard that fitness advice. Maybe you’ve even said the words yourself. (Sheepishly raises hand.) And it’s time for this cliché

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So you made a mistake with a client—now what?

The moment Dr. Karin Nordin exited the Zoom call, she knew she’d made a crucial mistake. It was her first coaching session with a brand-new client, and from the get-go,

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Level 1: “I’ll be happier when I lose weight” is a recipe for regret. Here’s the counterintuitive solution.

“I’ll be happy when I fit into my old Levi’s.” (They really did make your butt look good.) Have you ever said something like that? Or how about: “I’ll be

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Precision Nutrition Certified Coach Spotlight: Nicolas Gunn

It started with Arnold. Growing up in Argentina, Nicolas Gunn watched loads of American movies and, like many teenagers in the 1990s, became inspired by the Terminator himself. Gunn hung

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How I stopped tracking macros with my clients—and started seeing better results.

Here’s an unpopular opinion… Macro-style food logging and tracking (think: MyFitnessPal) is NOT the best way to coach your clients on nutrition. There, I said it. Now hear me out…

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Social connections: Could they be even more important than cholesterol?

Reviewed by Karin Nordin, PhD “More hugs.” Ever seen a health professional write that on a prescription note? Probably not. Though we’re often told to improve our health by eating

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4 ways to find your niche as a nutrition coach

Liz Durant was unstoppable. She packed 25 marathons into eight years before advancing to ultra-marathons—all while juggling a demanding career in accounting and finance, raising three kids, moving frequently, and

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Food addiction: Why it happens, and 3 ways to help (or get help).

“I can’t stop thinking about food.” Ever felt that way? It’s normal to think about food a fair bit, and occasionally overeat. But what about when thoughts of food crowd

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These 6 Charts Show Why Recovery Isn’t “Soft” Fitness Advice—It’s a Health Game-Changer

Rest and recovery are just as important as sweaty grueling workouts. There, we said it. But does anyone believe it? Gentle yoga sessions and extra time in bed can feel

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Take clients from “I’m overwhelmed” to “I’ve got this.”

People often don’t think straight when they’re stressed out. That includes clients. It’s as if an evil scientist has inserted a microchip into their brains—one that forces them to do

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