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What are the Pros and Cons of the Keto Diet?

Few eating trends have captivated popular attention in recent years as much as the ketogenic diet. Previously, we’ve discussed the diet’s historic start as a treatment for epilepsy and disclosed what it takes to follow it correctly.

How to Get Started with a Career in Nutrition Counseling

If you have been considering a career in the health and fitness industry there is no better time than the present! At AFPA, we are becoming more conscious than ever about what we eat and where it comes from, especially with increasing trends towards organic, sustainable or locally grown food.

4 Ways Fitness Instructors Can Avoid Burnout

In any profession, burnout is always a danger, especially when schedules get packed with classes and “free time” is when you catch up on paperwork. Even when you absolutely love your job and look forward to seeing clients and students, there still may be a risk that a point will come where you’re feeling restless […]

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What is the Keto Diet, and Does It Work?

The ketogenic diet is catching attention across the country, but there’s a lot of confusion about what it can deliver. In our previous article on the history of the keto diet, we walked you through the origins of this eating plan and disclosed the diet’s early use as a treatment for epilepsy. In this article, we’ll […]

12 Tips to Get Beach Body Ready

Summer cannot get here soon enough! All the months spent indoors, waiting for the warm weather will finally be worth it when you bust out the swimming suit. If the thought of wearing a bikini has you nervous, there is still time to get beach body ready! Don’t worry, we’re not talking about extreme, unsafe […]

What are Macronutrients? Everything You Need to Know. Macronutrients Explained In A Simple To Understand Way

If you’ve been in the fitness community for any amount of time, you’ve likely heard about macros.  Understanding macronutrients and about your personal nutritional requirements will make a difference in your own health journey.  In this article we’ll explore what macros are, how to know if you’re getting in the right ratios and the best foods […]