Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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12 Skills You Need to Be a Personal Trainer
A personal trainer is a fitness expert who works one-on-one with clients to develop personalized workout schedules and offers direction and inspiration to help them attain their fitness objectives. Success as a personal trainer depends on a variety of talents beyond having a detailed understanding of fitness concepts. Listed below are 12 skills must-have gym…
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Prepare Athletes for Bodybuilding Competition
Stepping on stage at a bodybuilding competition is one of the most challenging, scary, and exhilarating things you can do. While the very act of getting on a bodybuilding stage is a major accomplishment, the goal of competition is to win. So, if you are a personal trainer, gym instructor, bodybuilding coach, or simply a…
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16 Different Types of Martial Arts Styles
The world of martial arts is incredibly diverse. Each martial arts style has its unique characteristics, from the powerful striking techniques of Muay Thai to the graceful movements of Tai Chi. Every discipline has its own history and purpose, providing a rich tapestry of martial arts. Listed below are the 16 different types of martial…
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How to Price Your Yoga Classes for Success
The part-time yogi at the Y charges $10 a session, and the franchise studio down the street charges $200 a month. One seems impossible to make a living with, and the other seems like highway robbery. You rub your temples and slump into the chair. All that yoga breathwork fades into a heavy sigh. It’s…
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How Much Do Gym Owners Make?
Owning a gym may be a successful and gratifying business enterprise for people with a passion for fitness and a strong sense of entrepreneurship. But many would-be gym owners might be wondering how much money they can make in this business. The size, location, number of staff, and profitability of the gym, among other variables,…
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Top 10 Components of Physical Fitness
The Components of Physical Fitness provide a sophisticated guideline to improve physical health. The physical fitness components include Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Cardiovascular Endurance, Body Fat Composition, Balance and Coordination, Speed or Quickness, Flexibility, Agility, Power and Reaction time. The health-related Components are those which apply to your bodily condition, like Muscular Strength Endurance, Cardiovascular…
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Boost Your Yoga Studio’s Visibility with Effective Yoga SEO Strategies
Lydia poured her heart into her yoga studio. She had years of training, a loyal group of students, and a passion for helping people build balance, strength, and community in their lives. But despite her commitment, her classes weren’t filling up the way she had hoped. She did everything–posted on social media, handed out flyers, even purchased…
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CrossFit WODs: What They Are & How to Create Your Own
A friend is in your ear about how great CrossFit is, or you happened across the CrossFit games on TV one day. Either way, you’re inspired and intrigued and ready to start this new fitness journey. The first thing to answer is, what is a WOD? WOD stands for “workout of the day.” It is…
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The Gymnastics Steps: Levels 1-10
Gymnastics is both a sport and a recreational activity. It is common for preschool-age children to start in gymnastics before moving on to other sports as they get older. Gymnastics skills help athletes build strength, coordination, flexibility, and body awareness. These capabilities prepare children to do well in any other sport, or they may continue…
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How to Clean Your Gym Facility and Gym Equipment
It is not the glamorous side of gym management, but maintaining a clean gym is vital for the success of your business. Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, it was important to regularly clean and disinfect gym equipment and surfaces. Clients are breathing heavily, sweating, and touching multiple surfaces during their workout. This means that gym…
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