PFTA Personal Training School

10/08/2026

It's OK to take a break...but make it a short one!

Taking a break from exercise? Discover how quickly you can lose muscle, strength, and endurance—and how little exercise it may take to maintain your gains.

08/20/2026

Beta-alanine may improve your workouts—but probably not the way you think it does.

Learn how beta-alanine affects exercise performance, how much the research suggests taking, and why timing your dose immediately before a workout isn't as important as you might think.

08/17/2026

Exercise demos for anterior, middle, and poster deltoids.

Shoulder workouts in the gym and/or at home. We'll show you how to ...

08/13/2026

Build Stronger Shoulders with This Simple Routine

The anterior, middle, and posterior deltoids each contribute differently to shoulder movement. Learn how front raises, lateral raises, shoulder presses, upright rows, reverse flys, and seated rows can be used to train your shoulders—and how small changes in exercise technique can change which port...

08/07/2026

Coffee or tea to start your day?

Whether you enjoy green tea or black tea, both can be part of a healthy lifestyle. Learn how tea may support fat metabolism, workout recovery, mental well-being, and why adding fresh lemon can make every cup even more refreshing.

07/29/2026

Protect your back. Learn proper squat form.

07/28/2026

Are barbell back squats included in your leg day?

The barbell squat remains one of the most effective exercises for building lower-body strength, increasing muscle mass, improving athletic power, and even strengthening your core. Learn proper squat technique, discover the ideal stance and squat depth, and see what current research says about maximi...

07/21/2026

A great snack before AND/OR after your workout!

Peanut butter is much more than a delicious snack. It's packed with protein, healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support muscle recovery, heart health, and lasting energy. Discover what the latest research says, learn how to choose the healthiest peanut butter, and find out....

07/16/2026

Exercises for your TRAPS? Click the image for exercise demos.

The trapezius is a large, diamond shaped muscle on your upper back....

07/15/2026

Fuel your body. Feed your goals.

Protein supports far more than muscle growth. It plays an essential role in recovery, immune function, and overall health. Learn how much protein you need based on your activity level, understand the latest recommendations, and estimate your daily intake with easy-to-follow tables.