Obesity is one of those diseases that just breaks my heart. After almost 24 years in the health care field,
Cycling is an ideal form of transportation and recreation: More physically engaging than driving and far more mechanically efficient than
As exercise professionals ranging from clinicians to personal trainers to researchers, we know that most adults in the United States
Physical activity is recognized as one of the key healthy lifestyle behaviors that reduces the risk of developing dementia late
Alcohol consumption is a topic that is not often discussed with respect to exercise performance. Typically, people joke about alcohol
In this series, we’re exploring a variety of client scenarios. We describe a few tips from my science-based coaching toolbox
“My child is no longer involved in occupational therapy or physical therapy, so he’s not moving as much. What should
Should your clients use energy drinks to improve their exercise performance? The short answer is no. But it’s important to
Personal Activity Intelligence (PAI) is a physical activity monitoring approach invented by researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and
This session explores the physiology of hydration through an integrated lens—examining how carbohydrate, sodium, flavor, and fluid interact to influence intake, absorption, retention, and performance. We’ll review current research on fluid balance, osmotic drivers, and palatability, highlighting mechanisms that underpin voluntary intake and thermoregulation. Attendees will gain insight into individualized strategies, including sweat profiling and timing approaches, to optimize euhydration and mitigate performance decrements associated with >2% body-mass loss. Practical applications will be linked to laboratory- and field-based research, ensuring translation from bench to field. This pre-conference equips you with evidence-based tools to support athlete hydration across diverse environments and sporting contexts.
