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Pushing Assessment NASM Guide 2025: Step-by-Step Tips

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The NASM pushing assessment is a standing loaded movement assessment used to identify muscle imbalances and correct movement patterns in the “push” position. For anyone prepping for their NASM certification, make sure to download the NASM cheat sheet from of Trainer Academy, which will help you ace your final exam on the first attempt. Proper … Read more

Lower Crossed Syndrome: Complete Guide (2025)

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Lower Crossed Syndrome is a postural imbalance that affects the muscles of the hip, core, and lower back. This syndrome is characterized by tightness and overactivity of the hip flexors and lower back extensors leading to anterior pelvic tilt and increased overarching of the lower back. If you want to pass your personal training exam … Read more

How to Become a Bodybuilding Coach

To become a bodybuilding coach, you need to learn the principles of hypertrophy and fat loss. Once you pass your bodybuilding certification exam, you may want to experience competing yourself, and then you need to find your first clients.  This is a step-by-step guide to becoming a bodybuilding coach. I’ve been a fitness professional for … Read more

What is a NASM Mesocycle (2025)?

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A NASM Mesocycle is a specific period within a training program designed to improve particular aspects of fitness through progressive overload. In this article, I dive into the benefits of mesocycles, how to structure them for various fitness levels, and why incorporating them into your routine is essential for avoiding plateaus and enhancing results. By … Read more

Master the NASM OPT Model in 2025: Your Ultimate Guide

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The NASM OPT model is a fitness periodization system developed by the National Association for Sports Medicine (NASM). In the OPT method you take clients through five unique phases of training during the year, moving from stabilization to endurance, to hypertrophy, to strength, to power. This sequence enables you to consistently progress without stalling, overtraining … Read more

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