PFTA Personal Training School

Coffee or tea to start your day?

Tea and Lemon: A Refreshing Boost for Health and Fitness 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.

Protect your back. Learn proper squat form.

Are barbell back squats included in your leg day?

Barbell Squats: Still the King of Strength Training 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...

A great snack before AND/OR after your workout!

Peanut Butter: Healthy Food or Diet Killer? 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....

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

Exercises for Your Upper, Middle, and Lower Trapezius Muscle The trapezius is a large, diamond shaped muscle on your upper back....

Fuel your body. Feed your goals.

Are You Getting Enough Protein? 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.

With fibers running all directions, your traps need different exercises to target ALL of them!

Strong traps don't just happen by accident. Every workout should have a purpose.

Strong traps don't just happen by accident. Every workout should have a purpose.

Build Stronger Traps (It's More Than Just Shrugs) Many people think trap training begins and ends with shrugs. In reality, the trapezius is divided into upper, middle, and lower fibers, each performing different movements of the shoulder blades. Learn which exercises target each section so you can build strength, improve posture, and develop a more...

Wishing you and your family a safe, happy, and healthy 4th of July! 🇺🇸