In a recent article published in 2019, Yonatan Kaplan (DPT, PhD) and (Erik Witvrouw DPT, PHD) highlighted the current literature surrounding ACL reconstruction surgery and the rehabilitation leading up to the athlete’s return to sport. This systematic review examined a medical database and identified nearly 400 articles relating to ACLr and rehabilitation programs to explore… Continue reading Article Review: Returning to Sport After ALC Reconstruction Surgery
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What Exercise Does for YOU! – increased cytosolic antioxidant levels.
We all know the benefits of cardiovascular exercise and anti-oxidants. They’re both great for our health and we can’t ever seem to get enough of them but did you know that your body creates and stores it’s own home made antioxidants when you exercise!? “Regular physical exercise has many health benefits including a lowered threat… Continue reading What Exercise Does for YOU! – increased cytosolic antioxidant levels.
AFNA’s next start date is January 3, 2022
AFNA’s next start date is January 3, 2022 Graduate in just eight months with our 100% online and live instruction career fitness program. All books and certification fees are included. Choose Classes on Campus, Online, or Both Some students prefer 100% campus-based classes while others like the convenience of online training. With AFNA, the choice… Continue reading AFNA’s next start date is January 3, 2022
Healthy Tips for the Holidays – Host Edition
With the holidays creeping around the corner, it’s time for some healthy holiday tips! Whether you are taste testing your own recipes, sitting down for dinner or mindlessly munching on snacks, the holidays bring on a lot of food. It can feel impossible to refrain from overeating but here are some tips to help you… Continue reading Healthy Tips for the Holidays – Host Edition
AFNA Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. Discover documents, exhibits, films, blog posts and more from the National Archives and Presidential Libraries that highlight Hispanic culture. Visit https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/ for… Continue reading AFNA Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
Article Review: Fitness Watches…Are They Actually Useful?
The University of Copenhagen, Denmark, published a study last year about their findings on the use of fitness watches. You can find the article here. While the idea of wearing some type of fitness watch has appealed to a variety of consumers, a new study shows there might be greater adverse effects than previously considered.… Continue reading Article Review: Fitness Watches…Are They Actually Useful?
2021 AFNA Campus Safety and Security Report
Per the Jeanne Clery Act of 1998 and in keeping with our published school policy, AFNA produces an annual Campus Safety and Security Report. This report contains certain emergency information and guidelines along with reported incidents of crime either on the campus or in the immediate “public spaces” in the vicinity of the campus. There… Continue reading 2021 AFNA Campus Safety and Security Report
Be Fitness Vigilant | Introducing AFNA’s Fitness and Nutrition Trainer (FNT) Skills Demo Stage
AFNA presents: Torque Fitness Power Cage: Hoist Fitness Dual Action Personal Pulley Gym: Hoist Dual Leg Extension/Leg Curl Machine AFNA is pleased to announce the installation of new equipment for our Fitness and Nutrition Trainer (FNT) Skills Demo Stage. This equipment expands our teachers’ ability to demonstrate correct technique and form in a commercial fitness… Continue reading Be Fitness Vigilant | Introducing AFNA’s Fitness and Nutrition Trainer (FNT) Skills Demo Stage
AFNA Celebrates Constitution Day: September 17, 2021
On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We encourage all Americans to observe this important day in our… Continue reading AFNA Celebrates Constitution Day: September 17, 2021
Be Fitness Vigilant | The Future is Fitness
The Future is Fitness! We are witnessing first hand as a nation and society that fitness is the precise definition of health and wellness. Your choice to become a personal trainer and help others is a rewarding one and we have the privilege here at the American Fitness and Nutrition Academy (AFNA) to steer you… Continue reading Be Fitness Vigilant | The Future is Fitness