From Jon: Each Sunday The PTDC publishes a list of the top articles from around the web in 4 different categories: General Health, Fat Loss, Strength Training, and Career.

"How do you reduce gluten in a Snickers?" Every day, clients ask trainers questions that range from naïve to misguided to flat-out bonkers. Here’s how to respond in a way that engages clients without insulting them.

When someone in your bootcamp or training group is limited by lower-back, shoulder, or knee pain, here are 15 creative ways to modify the program without compromising results.

From Jon: Each Sunday The PTDC publishes a list of the top articles from around the web in 4 different categories: General Health, Fat Loss, Strength Training, and Career.

College isn’t for everyone, but skipping college and going straight to training has its downsides. Read our deep dive into the pros and cons of formal education, and how to make the most out of whatever choice you make.

Attending social events can deepen your bonds with clients, expand your range of prospects, and give you valuable info that makes you a better trainer (and perhaps a better person).

From Jon: Each Sunday The PTDC publishes a list of the top articles from around the web in 4 different categories: General Health, Fat Loss, Strength Training, and Career.

Working in a health club is often regarded as a dead end for ambitious trainers. But in the right circumstances, you can build a multifaceted career and develop an international following while working for someone else.

Hosting charity events is the ultimate example of doing well by doing good—as long as you also do it right. Read this if you want to raise money for important causes, bring new prospects to your gym and retain your current members.

From Jon: Each Sunday The PTDC publishes a list of the top articles from around the web in 4 different categories: General Health, Fat Loss, Strength Training, and Career.