Body Image Articles

tricks of the trade Your questions answered by industry peers How can trainers help clients get past body image hang-ups and instead concentrate on overall health and fitness? Body image is certainly an issue with some clients, and personal fitness trainers can positively impact these individuals if they use some sensitivity. For example, I would not suggest invalidating any client goal. If a...

problem solver Dealing With Fellow Instructors' Eating or Exercise Disorders Q: A: I suspect that one of my colleagues has an eating disorder and another suffers from exercise addiction. While I'm inclined to mind my own business, participants are starting to talk. Some of them are worried and asking me whether these instructors have a problem. Others comment on how great these instructors look...