What happens when a Ph.D. with a passion for behavior change, a knack for curriculum design, and a gift for connection leads your health coach training? You get Dr. Shana Walsh—AFPA’s Director of Education and Curriculum, and the leader of our Master Certified Health and Wellness Coach program. ...
Sharing some of my go-to easy dinner ideas when I’m solo parenting. ...
Recovery from surgery is a time when comfort, rest, and emotional support matter most. While flowers and greeting cards are traditional options, there are more thoughtful gifts that can genuinely assist with healing and improve the patient’s daily experience. Choosing items that promote physical relief, reduce stress, or help pass the time can make a meaningful difference. ...
I had a fun week of riding this week. Tuesday I went “round The reservoirs” and out and back on Casa Loma road with my group, a favorite local ride. This was on my upright wearing my SI joint belt and my SI tolerated it fine. I’m still doing well standing for longer periods of time a couple of times a week on the upright. I’ve also been able to walk a lot farther without issues. I’m glad of that because visiting my brother in Phoenix, or other times while traveling, I like to walk a lot when biking is not as convenient of an option. ...
Becoming a Certified Personal Trainer is a powerful first step in transforming lives, but your earning potential truly expands when you pursue specialized credentials. Whether you’re looking to attract new clients, increase your rates, or diversify your services, adding niche certifications can help you stand out in a competitive field. AFPA offers several industry-leading specialty programs designed to deepen your expertise and open up lucrative opportunities. In this post, we’ll explore five high-impact specializations that not only improve your skills but can also significantly boost your income as a personal trainer: ...
Hi friends! Happy Friday! What are your plans this weekend? It’s my nana’s birthday, so we’re celebrating the birthday girl, I’m teaching a barre class, and meeting up with a friend for brunch. It should be pretty low-key and lovely. ...
In 2012, when I was coaching the University of Kentucky women’s basketball team, we came in first in the SEC at the end of the season. Our record for the year was 13-3. But we also lost our game against Alabama – the team that finished last that season at 3-13. Worst beat first. ...
I may have overdone the volume of riding this week, but the weather has been nice so it’s been fun. Last Tuesday we did a group ride in the hills East of Gilroy that started at the Mendoza ranch entrance to Harvey Bear park. I usually catch a ride up there from my friend’s house, but lately due to SI joint issues I haven’t been able to ride my upright on this long of a ride, and I was afraid my recumbent wouldn’t fit in her vehicle. So I rode the recumbent from home to the start, making this a total of 90 km (56 miles) for me (and 3 batteries). It was a great ride, though. From the valley this time of year, it looks really dry in the east hills, and it’s always amazing how pretty it is when you get up in them. On Wednesday I did one of my hard rides, 85 km in 3 hours 25 minutes, with a bit over two hours brisk tempo followed by some intervals and sprints. Thursday was a hard upper body session followed by an easy recovery ride, then Friday I went to a long brisk tempo ride of 3 Hours 20 minutes. Then yesterday was some easy arm-cycling and an easy recovery ride for a total of 70 minutes. ...