According to fitness experts at Cortiva Institute massage schools, everyone has the mythical six pack stomach – it’s just hiding under layers of fat. To get that six-pack look, Cortiva experts say you need to reduce body fat by adhering to proper intake of calories, including carbs and proteins, proper hydration and a structured cardio … read more »
Fitness experts say running burns about twice the amount of calories as walking so you can get the same calorie burn in half the amount of time. With that much pay-off, what’s stopping you from going for a run? Running is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to get in cardio exercise.
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Not an Olympic athlete or even an amateur? Maybe you’re just trying to get moving? No matter what your athletic profile, the training regimen used by professional and amateur athletes has some important lessons for everybody.
Here’s an approach many Olympic athletes use that can help anyone – no matter their activity profile – achieve their … read more »
Like many careers in health and fitness industries, professional massage therapists have certain wardrobe and personal appearance considerations that they adhere to when serving massage therapy clients.
Many of these lessons are learned right in the classroom. At Cortiva Institute School of Massage Therapy, students are asked to wear a freshly laundered Cortiva polo shirt, slacks … read more »
The United States spa industry generated an estimated $9.4 billion in revenue in 2006, an increase of 34 percent over 2003. These numbers reflect an estimated 14,615 spas throughout the U.S. (of which 80 percent are day spas) that employed an estimated 234,600 individuals.
With so many people heading for their nearest spas, it’s no wonder … read more »
As a professional massage therapist, you will have the privilege of getting to know your clients and their goals for fitness, rejuvenation and overall well being. If weight loss is a goal, as a massage therapist, you can play an important role as an advocate and cheerleader during the weight loss process.
An important connection between … read more »
