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# National Academy of Sports Medicine

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Since 1987 the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been the global leader in delivering evidence-based certifications and advanced specializations to health and fitness professionals. Our products and services are scientifically and clinically proven. They are revered and utilized by leading brands and programs around the world and have launched thousands of successful careers.

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## [Master Instructor Roundtable: Cervical Spine – Part I](https://blog.nasm.org/master-instructor-roundtable-cervical-spine-part-i)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 17, 2021

 In this episode, NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller detail the anatomy of the cervical spine complex to provide a comprehensive understanding of how important this region of the body is in overall human movement.

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## [Random Fit: Playing the Weight-ing Game](https://blog.nasm.org/playing-the-weighting-game)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 13, 2021

 Do you find yourself doing repetitive weight routines often using the same equipment?

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## [NASM-CPT Podcast: Tracking Your Metabolic Health](https://blog.nasm.org/tracking-your-metabolic-health)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 13, 2021

 In this episode, NASM Master Instructor Rich Richey, along with featured guest Daniel Tal, Lumen Founder and CEO, explore tracking metabolic health and what that means for the fitness professional.

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## [Fitness and Wellness Class: Talk to the Foot, Powered by Vibram®](https://blog.nasm.org/talk-to-the-foot)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 11, 2021

 In this episode learn why it’s important to train your whole body from head to toe by helping your clients reconnect with their feet.

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## [Master Instructor Roundtable: All About the Shoulder – Part II](https://blog.nasm.org/master-instructor-roundtable-all-about-shoulder-part-ii)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 10, 2021

 In Part II of our shoulder complex series, NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller review the most common compensations, provide corrective exercise techniques, and programming to increase your knowledge on this region of the body.

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## [NASM-CPT Podcast: CPT 7 Professional Development and Responsibility– Part I](https://blog.nasm.org/development-and-responsibility-part-i-0-0-0-0-0)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 10, 2021

 In the first episode of this two-part series, NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey examines evidence-based practice to help you make the best decisions when it comes to client care.

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## [NASM-CPT Podcast: CPT 7 Professional Development and Responsibility– Part II](https://blog.nasm.org/development-and-responsibility-part-ii-0-0-0-0)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 5, 2021

 In the second episode of this two-part series, Rick Richey continues through the sixth and final domain of the CPT 7 with discussion focused on job searches, a day in the life of a personal trainer, necessary sales and marketing tips, and much more.

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## [Strong Mind. Strong Body: Special Guest - Fitness Influencer Kelsey Wells](https://blog.nasm.org/special-guest-fitness-influencer-kelsey-wells)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 4, 2021

 In this episode, host Angie Miller is joined by Kelsey Wells, NASM CPT, and Fitness Influencer, for a forthright, thought-provoking conversation on women’s health and wellness.

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## [Master Instructor Roundtable: Training professional athletes](https://blog.nasm.org/master-instructor-roundtable-training-athletes)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  August 3, 2021

 Many clients aspire to train like professional athletes but may not fully appreciate what goes into optimizing health and performance in elite sports.

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## [Random Fit: Getting More from Your Core Workouts](https://blog.nasm.org/podcast-getting-more-from-your-core)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  July 30, 2021

 It seems most people have a different interpretation about what core workouts are and how they are designed to be executed.

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