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title: Health & Fitness Blog - NASM (87)
description: For health and fitness topics, backed by the latest research in the field, browse our blog for industry-leading findings.  (87)
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## [Six Squat Exercise Variations That Bring Great Results](http://blog.nasm.org/the-training-edge/six-squat-exercise-variations-bring-great-results)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](http://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  December 1, 2014

 The squat is a powerful move that can improve overall strength and flexibility. Here, Dino Del Mastro, NASM Master Instructor and doctor of chiropractic based in the San Francisco Bay Area, shares the proper form and a progression of squat modifications ...

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## [The Power of Protein](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/power-protein)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  November 21, 2014

 There are many myths and misconceptions regarding optimum protein intake and the effects of protein on body composition, performance, recovery and metabolism.

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## [Personal Training for Skiers and Snowboarders](http://blog.nasm.org/uncategorized/personal-training-skiers-snowboarders)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](http://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  November 17, 2014

 Follow the OPT™ model and your snow-sport-loving clients’ last run can be as fresh as their first, all season long.

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## [10 Exercise Workout for Snowboarders and Skiers](http://blog.nasm.org/workout-plans/10-exercise-workout-skiers-snowboarders)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](http://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  November 15, 2014

 Help your clients tackle green circles, blue squares, and black diamonds faster—and more safely—with this OPT™-based snow-sport plan.

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## [Diving Deeper into the Squat: Common Misconceptions](http://blog.nasm.org/newletter/diving-deeper-squat-common-misconceptions)

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[Fabio Comana](http://blog.nasm.org/author/fabio-comana) |  October 23, 2014

 To this day, we still hear certain squat rules echoed over and over throughout gyms and health clubs by many fitness professionals that often sound contradictory. While some rules emerged through research, the origins of others may lie in folklore and ...

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## [Front Squat or Back Squat—Which Should You Choose?](http://blog.nasm.org/sports-performance/front-squat-back-squat-choose)

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 Which is better, the front squat or the back squat? The answer to this ongoing debate depends heavily on the client.

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## [Boosting Brain Fitness – Understanding the Brain-Exercise Connection](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/boosting-brain-fitness-understanding-brain-exercise-connection)

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[Fabio Comana](http://blog.nasm.org/author/fabio-comana) |  September 26, 2014

 Neuroplasticity was a relatively unknown term until the 1970s when scientists began accepting the notion that our brain is a not a physiologically static organ, becoming fixed shortly after birth with approximately 100 billion neurons (nerve cells) (1, ...

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## [If I Knew Then…Three Trainers Share their Experience](http://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/knew-three-trainers-nearly-60-combined-years-experience-share-advice-creating-long-fulfilling-career)

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[National Academy of Sports Medicine](http://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) |  September 4, 2014

 By Mike Woelflein Personal training is a growing field—and the growth shows no sign of slowing. All the more reason to get certified online today! In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts 13% growth through 2022. That’s a lot of new trainers ...

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## [Overactive Versus Underactive Muscles: What Does It All Mean?](http://blog.nasm.org/overactive-versus-underactive-muscles)

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[Kyle Stull](http://blog.nasm.org/author/kyle-stull) |  August 28, 2014

 “Do you suffer from muscle imbalances?” “Is your back pain due to a muscle imbalance?” “Prevent ACL injuries by reducing your muscle imbalances!” What does all this mean? Are muscle imbalances just a marketing craze extending beyond the fitness industry ...

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## [Detoxification- What Do You Have to Lose?](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/detoxification-lose)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  August 28, 2014

 Are you feeling sluggish or lethargic? Have you put on a few extra pounds? Is your skin blemished? Should you invest in a detox program?

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