<![CDATA[IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast]]>13043959-3a6c-5e39-89eb-d98af625a06cTue, 22 Apr 2025 16:16:47 +0000Captivate.fmIDEA Health and Fitness Associationhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/3f6e18c5-db43-467b-8f34-25c0589ce23a/uploads-2f1593026939135-65nwr2kfg4u-7c891ea766bfb06d09ca34dfc70.jpgIDEA Listen & Learn CEC PodcastIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationWelcome to IDEA’s Listen & Learn CEC Podcast, the fitness industry’s first and only audible CEC program. We know how busy you are, so we wanted to provide an easy way to help you listen, learn and earn credits toward your certification renewal. Research has shown that physical activity increases comprehension, so whether you’re out for a run, working out or just doing the dishes, now you can cement your learning through this convenient audible CEC option.https://www.ideafit.com/idea-podcastsfalseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/idea-listen-learn-cec/nopodcastTraining Happy for Positive Behavioral ChangeTraining Happy for Positive Behavioral ChangeWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Are happiness exercises part of your training program design? Does that question seem odd?

Leading researchers suggest that activities which increase happiness may also boost participation in physical activity and improve overall health. This presents an opportunity for fitness professionals. By integrating positivity practices into training sessions, fit pros can enhance client happiness, improve retention and attract new clients who want to join in the joy. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article explores the latest research between happiness and exercise, provides a foundation in the concept of emotional well-being and provides suggestions on how to create positivity in your training studio.

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Are happiness exercises part of your training program design? Does that question seem odd?

Leading researchers suggest that activities which increase happiness may also boost participation in physical activity and improve overall health. This presents an opportunity for fitness professionals. By integrating positivity practices into training sessions, fit pros can enhance client happiness, improve retention and attract new clients who want to join in the joy. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article explores the latest research between happiness and exercise, provides a foundation in the concept of emotional well-being and provides suggestions on how to create positivity in your training studio.

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>0287a862-3325-467d-bb88-37109cf667ddTue, 07 Jun 2022 12:16:00 -040034:59falsefull2152152IDEA Health and Fitness AssociationTraining Techniques for High-Performance Masters AthletesTraining Techniques for High-Performance Masters AthletesWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Scientific interest in high-performance aging has only just begun. 

While there is a large body of research into the mechanisms of aging, this field has yet to examine highly trained adult athletes.  With more than 100 million individuals in the U.S. over the age of 50, the pool of potential athletes and clients interested in high-performance fitness is vast. Written by Charlie Hoolihan, this article discusses science-based protocols that fitness professionals can utilize when training masters athletes over 50.

 Read by Judy Minich – Managing Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Scientific interest in high-performance aging has only just begun. 

While there is a large body of research into the mechanisms of aging, this field has yet to examine highly trained adult athletes.  With more than 100 million individuals in the U.S. over the age of 50, the pool of potential athletes and clients interested in high-performance fitness is vast. Written by Charlie Hoolihan, this article discusses science-based protocols that fitness professionals can utilize when training masters athletes over 50.

 Read by Judy Minich – Managing Editor – IDEA

]]>24f08aaa-1402-4e53-a2fb-e66d16e44479Tue, 31 May 2022 05:00:00 -040036:10falsefull2142142IDEA Health and Fitness AssociationSeeking Relief From Digital Distraction, You Can’t Outrun a Bad Diet, and MSG vs. SaltSeeking Relief From Digital Distraction, You Can’t Outrun a Bad Diet, and MSG vs. SaltWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Research confirms that exercise can be an effective antidote, both physically and mentally, for people with smartphone addiction.

As fitness professionals, we face the challenge of competing for our clients’ attention. Some clients are unable or unwilling to disconnect. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article will provide tips for you and your clients to use exercise, mindfulness, time in nature and digital breaks as a way to restore balance.

In addition, you will hear 5 short articles by James Beard Award–winning food journalist, dietitian and author, Matthew Kadey, MS, RD, including Sleep Tight on a Healthy Diet, Use Less Salt, Keep the Flavor, and The New Label Lingo?

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Research confirms that exercise can be an effective antidote, both physically and mentally, for people with smartphone addiction.

As fitness professionals, we face the challenge of competing for our clients’ attention. Some clients are unable or unwilling to disconnect. Written by Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, JD, MA, this article will provide tips for you and your clients to use exercise, mindfulness, time in nature and digital breaks as a way to restore balance.

In addition, you will hear 5 short articles by James Beard Award–winning food journalist, dietitian and author, Matthew Kadey, MS, RD, including Sleep Tight on a Healthy Diet, Use Less Salt, Keep the Flavor, and The New Label Lingo?

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>0979941a-79cd-4cf0-bf05-f0ceb2afb6daWed, 18 May 2022 05:00:00 -040023:42falsefull2132132IDEA Health and Fitness AssociationYour Gut Microbiome and Its Connection to SleepYour Gut Microbiome and Its Connection to SleepWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC article on this podcast, so you also can read it and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Discover the intricate web that ties together food and drink, the gut, and the health benefits of sleep.

The gut microbiome is home to thousands of bacteria. It affects appetite, metabolism, weight management, and whether or not a sound sleep arrives at night. To understand how nutrition, the gut and sleep interact, we need to take a closer look at the purpose and physiology of sleep. 

This article was written by Teri Mosey, PhD

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC article on this podcast, so you also can read it and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Discover the intricate web that ties together food and drink, the gut, and the health benefits of sleep.

The gut microbiome is home to thousands of bacteria. It affects appetite, metabolism, weight management, and whether or not a sound sleep arrives at night. To understand how nutrition, the gut and sleep interact, we need to take a closer look at the purpose and physiology of sleep. 

This article was written by Teri Mosey, PhD

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>b5f021c6-c4dc-11ec-a617-5701542a3826Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -040030:30falsefull2122122Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC article on this podcast, so you also can read it and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. Discover the intricate web that ties together food and drink, the gut, and the health benefits of sleep. The gut microbiome is home to thousands of bacteria. It affects appetite, metabolism, weight management, and whether or not a sound sleep arrives at night. To understand how nutrition, the gut and sleep interact, we need to take a closer look at the purpose and physiology of sleep.  This article was written by Teri Mosey, PhD Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationUnderstanding Food Allergy, Intolerance and SensitivityUnderstanding Food Allergy, Intolerance and SensitivityWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Food reactivity issues seem to be on the rise: What does this mean for you and your clients, and how can you coach people to adopt appropriate nutritional solutions?

85 million Americans are affected by food allergies and intolerances, and 32 million of them have a true food allergy (potentially life-threatening) (FARE 2021a). How do you handle all the incoming information in the realm of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities? This article will help you gain an understanding of this topic, including what distinguishes food allergies from intolerances and sensitivities, how these issues can impact health and fitness, and when it’s appropriate to seek nutritional or medical guidance.

This article was written by Laura Quaglio, Laura Gibofsky, MS, RD, CDN, Janice Vickerstaff Joneja, PhD and Diana Munoz-Mendoza, MD

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

Food reactivity issues seem to be on the rise: What does this mean for you and your clients, and how can you coach people to adopt appropriate nutritional solutions?

85 million Americans are affected by food allergies and intolerances, and 32 million of them have a true food allergy (potentially life-threatening) (FARE 2021a). How do you handle all the incoming information in the realm of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities? This article will help you gain an understanding of this topic, including what distinguishes food allergies from intolerances and sensitivities, how these issues can impact health and fitness, and when it’s appropriate to seek nutritional or medical guidance.

This article was written by Laura Quaglio, Laura Gibofsky, MS, RD, CDN, Janice Vickerstaff Joneja, PhD and Diana Munoz-Mendoza, MD

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>64771812-ac82-11ec-8fc9-f7de0898a92dTue, 12 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -040032:40falsefull2112112Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. Food reactivity issues seem to be on the rise: What does this mean for you and your clients, and how can you coach people to adopt appropriate nutritional solutions? 85 million Americans are affected by food allergies and intolerances, and 32 million of them have a true food allergy (potentially life-threatening) (FARE 2021a). How do you handle all the incoming information in the realm of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities? This article will help you gain an understanding of this topic, including what distinguishes food allergies from intolerances and sensitivities, how these issues can impact health and fitness, and when it’s appropriate to seek nutritional or medical guidance. This article was written by Laura Quaglio, Laura Gibofsky, MS, RD, CDN, Janice Vickerstaff Joneja, PhD and Diana Munoz-Mendoza, MD Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationHow COVID-19 Has Changed Eating HabitsHow COVID-19 Has Changed Eating HabitsWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

If we could use one word to sum up our approach to eating habits once the pandemic was underway, it might be “improvisation.”

Though uncertainty remains, we can now begin to reclaim greater control of our nutrition, and the key to doing so is not improvisation but mindfulness and careful planning. Please enjoy this examination of how eating habits have changed, what we can expect moving forward, and how we can support our clients and ourselves in health.

This article was written by IDEA's colleague, Sanna Delmonico, MS, RDN, CHE, an associate professor at The Culinary Institute of America where she teaches food safety and nutrition. She previously led programming for The CIA Healthy Kids Collaborative and The CIA-Harvard Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives Continuing Medical Education Conference. 

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

If we could use one word to sum up our approach to eating habits once the pandemic was underway, it might be “improvisation.”

Though uncertainty remains, we can now begin to reclaim greater control of our nutrition, and the key to doing so is not improvisation but mindfulness and careful planning. Please enjoy this examination of how eating habits have changed, what we can expect moving forward, and how we can support our clients and ourselves in health.

This article was written by IDEA's colleague, Sanna Delmonico, MS, RDN, CHE, an associate professor at The Culinary Institute of America where she teaches food safety and nutrition. She previously led programming for The CIA Healthy Kids Collaborative and The CIA-Harvard Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives Continuing Medical Education Conference. 

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>ee9c680e-ac81-11ec-b62a-9fe810ae345bTue, 29 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -040033:30falsefull2102102Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. If we could use one word to sum up our approach to eating habits once the pandemic was underway, it might be “improvisation.” Though uncertainty remains, we can now begin to reclaim greater control of our nutrition, and the key to doing so is not improvisation but mindfulness and careful planning. Please enjoy this examination of how eating habits have changed, what we can expect moving forward, and how we can support our clients and ourselves in health. This article was written by IDEA's colleague, Sanna Delmonico, MS, RDN, CHE, an associate professor at The Culinary Institute of America where she teaches food safety and nutrition. She previously led programming for The CIA Healthy Kids Collaborative and The CIA-Harvard Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives Continuing Medical Education Conference.  Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationSell Mental Health and Wellness, Not ExerciseSell Mental Health and Wellness, Not ExerciseWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

A global mental health crisis looms. How can fit pros adapt their offerings to provide a needed boost?

People are hurting right now, in more ways than one. The pandemic engendered intense bereavement, economic insecurity, fear of illness and death, social isolation, forced work-from-home, home schooling, heightened domestic conflict, and disruption of daily routines. As the world puts one tentative foot in front of another, it is critical that we address mental and emotional health and wellness.

This article, written by our award-winning colleague Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, addresses how fit pros can help their clients improve mood and alleviate depression and anxiety through exercise.

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT.

A global mental health crisis looms. How can fit pros adapt their offerings to provide a needed boost?

People are hurting right now, in more ways than one. The pandemic engendered intense bereavement, economic insecurity, fear of illness and death, social isolation, forced work-from-home, home schooling, heightened domestic conflict, and disruption of daily routines. As the world puts one tentative foot in front of another, it is critical that we address mental and emotional health and wellness.

This article, written by our award-winning colleague Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, addresses how fit pros can help their clients improve mood and alleviate depression and anxiety through exercise.

Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEA

]]>963ce2f8-8083-11ec-8f96-27c313047636Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -040036:40falsefull29292Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry’s first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. A global mental health crisis looms. How can fit pros adapt their offerings to provide a needed boost? People are hurting right now, in more ways than one. The pandemic engendered intense bereavement, economic insecurity, fear of illness and death, social isolation, forced work-from-home, home schooling, heightened domestic conflict, and disruption of daily routines. As the world puts one tentative foot in front of another, it is critical that we address mental and emotional health and wellness. This article, written by our award-winning colleague Shirley Archer-Eichenberger, addresses how fit pros can help their clients improve mood and alleviate depression and anxiety through exercise. Read by Judy Minich – Production Editor – IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationSalt Sensitivity, Nitrates in Vegetables, and the Pink Placebo EffectSalt Sensitivity, Nitrates in Vegetables, and the Pink Placebo EffectWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the September 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Fitness and Health Motivation on the Rise
  • HIIT Benefits Health
  • Using Foam Rolling for Range of Motion
  • Exercise and Mental Health During the Pandemic
  • Best Time to Exercise for Metabolic Health
  • Nitrates in Vegetables Help Build Muscle
  • Unhealthy Eating Habits From the Pandemic
  • Eating Fast Linked to Higher BMI
  • Sugar in Baby Formula Causes Weight Gain
  • Salt Sensitivity and High Blood Pressure


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the September 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Fitness and Health Motivation on the Rise
  • HIIT Benefits Health
  • Using Foam Rolling for Range of Motion
  • Exercise and Mental Health During the Pandemic
  • Best Time to Exercise for Metabolic Health
  • Nitrates in Vegetables Help Build Muscle
  • Unhealthy Eating Habits From the Pandemic
  • Eating Fast Linked to Higher BMI
  • Sugar in Baby Formula Causes Weight Gain
  • Salt Sensitivity and High Blood Pressure


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>23c4b090-7af0-11ec-bacd-1793affe71baTue, 25 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -040036:13falsefull28282Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the September 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Fitness and Health Motivation on the Rise HIIT Benefits Health Using Foam Rolling for Range of Motion Exercise and Mental Health During the Pandemic Best Time to Exercise for Metabolic Health Nitrates in Vegetables Help Build Muscle Unhealthy Eating Habits From the Pandemic Eating Fast Linked to Higher BMI Sugar in Baby Formula Causes Weight Gain Salt Sensitivity and High Blood Pressure If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com. Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationPlyometric Jump Training, Pandemic Snack Attacks and the Sobering Truth About Deep FryersPlyometric Jump Training, Pandemic Snack Attacks and the Sobering Truth About Deep FryersWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. Use coupon code APRILSPRINT21 to save 20%. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the April 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Does Time of Day Affect Training?
  • Poor Fitness Levels Linked With Depression and Anxiety
  • Optimizing Women’s Strength Training
  • Does Exercise Suppress the Immune System?
  • Plyometric Jump Training and Volleyball
  • Kids and Sugar Sweetness
  • Are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Tough Enough?
  • Nutrition and Oral Health
  • Evolutionary History Informs Eating
  • Caffeine and Pregnancy Outcomes


Read by Christopher Holtwick – Senior Digital Designer

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. Use coupon code APRILSPRINT21 to save 20%. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the April 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Does Time of Day Affect Training?
  • Poor Fitness Levels Linked With Depression and Anxiety
  • Optimizing Women’s Strength Training
  • Does Exercise Suppress the Immune System?
  • Plyometric Jump Training and Volleyball
  • Kids and Sugar Sweetness
  • Are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Tough Enough?
  • Nutrition and Oral Health
  • Evolutionary History Informs Eating
  • Caffeine and Pregnancy Outcomes


Read by Christopher Holtwick – Senior Digital Designer

]]>9315ab68-6351-11ec-999a-1fe19cd1c501Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -040033:48falsefull27272Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. Use coupon code APRILSPRINT21 to save 20%. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the April 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Does Time of Day Affect Training? Poor Fitness Levels Linked With Depression and Anxiety Optimizing Women’s Strength Training Does Exercise Suppress the Immune System? Plyometric Jump Training and Volleyball Kids and Sugar Sweetness Are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Tough Enough? Nutrition and Oral Health Evolutionary History Informs Eating Caffeine and Pregnancy Outcomes Read by Christopher Holtwick – Senior Digital DesignerIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationThe Protein-Muscle Equation, Mitochondrial Woes, and the Dirty Dozen Strikes AgainThe Protein-Muscle Equation, Mitochondrial Woes, and the Dirty Dozen Strikes AgainWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Sharing Weight Loss Data With Coaches Helps
  • Training Cancer Patients
  • Fitness and Brain Health for Kids
  • Optimal Health Gains From HIIT and MICT
  • High Levels of Inactivity and Distractibility
  • 5 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables
  • Antioxidants for Depression
  • Protein and Muscle
  • Evening Chronotype and Diet
  • Calorie Restriction and Mitochondria


Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Sharing Weight Loss Data With Coaches Helps
  • Training Cancer Patients
  • Fitness and Brain Health for Kids
  • Optimal Health Gains From HIIT and MICT
  • High Levels of Inactivity and Distractibility
  • 5 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables
  • Antioxidants for Depression
  • Protein and Muscle
  • Evening Chronotype and Diet
  • Calorie Restriction and Mitochondria


Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>809f4f14-5c37-11ec-8364-2b03b015490fTue, 14 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -040036:04falsefull26262Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Sharing Weight Loss Data With Coaches Helps Training Cancer Patients Fitness and Brain Health for Kids Optimal Health Gains From HIIT and MICT High Levels of Inactivity and Distractibility 5 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables Antioxidants for Depression Protein and Muscle Evening Chronotype and Diet Calorie Restriction and Mitochondria Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationResistant Starch, Modern Food Marketing, and the $121 Billion Mental Wellness EconomyResistant Starch, Modern Food Marketing, and the $121 Billion Mental Wellness EconomyWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 27 short articles—15 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Feb 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal Sprint. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • WHO’s New Message on Physical Activity
  • HIIT Back on Sleep Loss Effects
  • Resistance Training for Adolescents and Preadolescents
  • Physically Active Working Moms Cope Better
  • Sleep Loss? Vigorous Exercise May Reduce Cravings
  • Arsenic in Rice
  • Plant-Based Antioxidants We Need
  • Words of the Day: Resistant Starch
  • The Big 8 Food Allergens May Become 9
  • Bone Up on Vegan Nutrition


Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 27 short articles—15 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Feb 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal Sprint. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • WHO’s New Message on Physical Activity
  • HIIT Back on Sleep Loss Effects
  • Resistance Training for Adolescents and Preadolescents
  • Physically Active Working Moms Cope Better
  • Sleep Loss? Vigorous Exercise May Reduce Cravings
  • Arsenic in Rice
  • Plant-Based Antioxidants We Need
  • Words of the Day: Resistant Starch
  • The Big 8 Food Allergens May Become 9
  • Bone Up on Vegan Nutrition


Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA

]]>d55d4060-48d7-11ec-8772-1755d02d5076Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:00:00 -040035:41falsefull25252Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 27 short articles—15 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Feb 2021 edition of IDEA Fitness Journal Sprint. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: WHO’s New Message on Physical Activity HIIT Back on Sleep Loss Effects Resistance Training for Adolescents and Preadolescents Physically Active Working Moms Cope Better Sleep Loss? Vigorous Exercise May Reduce Cravings Arsenic in Rice Plant-Based Antioxidants We Need Words of the Day: Resistant Starch The Big 8 Food Allergens May Become 9 Bone Up on Vegan Nutrition Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEAIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationHair Samples Reveal American Diet, The Dark Side of Night Eating, and Your Brain on Plant ChemicalsHair Samples Reveal American Diet, The Dark Side of Night Eating, and Your Brain on Plant ChemicalsWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—11 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Jan-Feb 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Black Women Less Likely to Meet Activity Guidelines
  • Lower Weight in Young Women ≠ Higher Fitness
  • Safety Tips for Outdoor Group Exercise
  • Eccentric Training Lacks Uniform Strategies
  • Vigorous Exercise Benefits Older Adults 
  • Hair Samples Reveal American Diet
  • Chickpeas and Rice for Protein
  • The Dark Side of Night Eating
  • Your Brain on Plant Chemicals
  • A “Whole” Apple a Day


Read by Christopher Holtwick - Senior Digital Designer

IDEAfit+ Membership: Enjoy unlimited CECs, IDEA Fitness Journal, business tools, resources and much more!

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—11 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Jan-Feb 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Black Women Less Likely to Meet Activity Guidelines
  • Lower Weight in Young Women ≠ Higher Fitness
  • Safety Tips for Outdoor Group Exercise
  • Eccentric Training Lacks Uniform Strategies
  • Vigorous Exercise Benefits Older Adults 
  • Hair Samples Reveal American Diet
  • Chickpeas and Rice for Protein
  • The Dark Side of Night Eating
  • Your Brain on Plant Chemicals
  • A “Whole” Apple a Day


Read by Christopher Holtwick - Senior Digital Designer

IDEAfit+ Membership: Enjoy unlimited CECs, IDEA Fitness Journal, business tools, resources and much more!

]]>87166a56-40f0-11ec-b222-f75a7302f68dTue, 09 Nov 2021 16:24:20 -040030:56falsefull24242Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—11 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the Jan-Feb 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Black Women Less Likely to Meet Activity Guidelines Lower Weight in Young Women ≠ Higher Fitness Safety Tips for Outdoor Group Exercise Eccentric Training Lacks Uniform Strategies Vigorous Exercise Benefits Older Adults  Hair Samples Reveal American Diet Chickpeas and Rice for Protein The Dark Side of Night Eating Your Brain on Plant Chemicals A “Whole” Apple a Day Read by Christopher Holtwick - Senior Digital Designer IDEAfit+ Membership: Enjoy unlimited CECs, IDEA Fitness Journal, business tools, resources and much more!IDEA Health and Fitness AssociationTestosterone Therapy, Organic Food Fraud and the Great Egg DebateTestosterone Therapy, Organic Food Fraud and the Great Egg DebateWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 21 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Resistance Band Training for Older Women
  • Testosterone Therapy More Effective with Exercise
  • Battle Rope HIIT Workouts Improve Fitness
  • Best Time for Swimming Performance
  • Stretching for Hypertension Improvements
  • Colorectal Cancer and Diet
  • Vegetarian and Vegan Diets High in Ultraprocessed Foods
  • Time to Reduce Our Food's Carbon Footprint?
  • Plant Protein for Muscle Growth
  • Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Down


Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 21 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Resistance Band Training for Older Women
  • Testosterone Therapy More Effective with Exercise
  • Battle Rope HIIT Workouts Improve Fitness
  • Best Time for Swimming Performance
  • Stretching for Hypertension Improvements
  • Colorectal Cancer and Diet
  • Vegetarian and Vegan Diets High in Ultraprocessed Foods
  • Time to Reduce Our Food's Carbon Footprint?
  • Plant Protein for Muscle Growth
  • Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Down


Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>cad04da6-3386-11ec-ae1f-9ff920d306c9Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -040034:17falsefull23232Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 21 short articles—9 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Resistance Band Training for Older Women Testosterone Therapy More Effective with Exercise Battle Rope HIIT Workouts Improve Fitness Best Time for Swimming Performance Stretching for Hypertension Improvements Colorectal Cancer and Diet Vegetarian and Vegan Diets High in Ultraprocessed Foods Time to Reduce Our Food's Carbon Footprint? Plant Protein for Muscle Growth Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Down Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationPop-Culture and Nutrition, Warning Labels on Sugar Drinks, and Fiber Fights DepressionPop-Culture and Nutrition, Warning Labels on Sugar Drinks, and Fiber Fights DepressionWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 25 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 15 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the May 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Low-Impact Cardio Helps Expectant Moms
  • Vibration Training Improves Strength in Stroke Survivors
  • The Psoriasis-Fitness Connection
  • Brain Fitness and Physical Activity During Pandemic
  • Fitness Levels Predict Less-Severe COVID-19
  • Does Oatmeal Raise Blood Sugar?
  • Beta-Carotene for Vitamin A
  • Fiber Fights Depression
  • Sucrose, Glucose and Metabolism


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 25 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 15 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the May 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Low-Impact Cardio Helps Expectant Moms
  • Vibration Training Improves Strength in Stroke Survivors
  • The Psoriasis-Fitness Connection
  • Brain Fitness and Physical Activity During Pandemic
  • Fitness Levels Predict Less-Severe COVID-19
  • Does Oatmeal Raise Blood Sugar?
  • Beta-Carotene for Vitamin A
  • Fiber Fights Depression
  • Sucrose, Glucose and Metabolism


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>80d05de8-2b90-11ec-ae00-d372d2add2efTue, 19 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -040040:22falsefull22222Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 25 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 15 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the May 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Low-Impact Cardio Helps Expectant Moms Vibration Training Improves Strength in Stroke Survivors The Psoriasis-Fitness Connection Brain Fitness and Physical Activity During Pandemic Fitness Levels Predict Less-Severe COVID-19 Does Oatmeal Raise Blood Sugar? Beta-Carotene for Vitamin A Fiber Fights Depression Sucrose, Glucose and Metabolism If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com. Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationResistance Training Tips to Minimize Infection Risks, Citrus for More Muscle, and Running and Mental HealthResistance Training Tips to Minimize Infection Risks, Citrus for More Muscle, and Running and Mental HealthWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the March-April 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Resistance Training Tips to Minimize Infection Risks
  • Group Exercise May Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness
  • Running and Mental Health
  • Get Your Sleep Before a Big Game
  • Fitness Helps Kids Who Need It Most
  • Vote Citrus for More Muscle
  • Appetite For Exercise, Not Food
  • More Americans Experiencing Food Insecurity
  • Meat and Local Food Supplies
  • Less Red Meat, Lower Diabetes Risk


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the March-April 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Resistance Training Tips to Minimize Infection Risks
  • Group Exercise May Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness
  • Running and Mental Health
  • Get Your Sleep Before a Big Game
  • Fitness Helps Kids Who Need It Most
  • Vote Citrus for More Muscle
  • Appetite For Exercise, Not Food
  • More Americans Experiencing Food Insecurity
  • Meat and Local Food Supplies
  • Less Red Meat, Lower Diabetes Risk


If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>6f0f6b22-1c26-11ec-ba3e-27fb88faeb0aTue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -040038:18falsefull21212Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 23 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 13 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the March-April 2021 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Resistance Training Tips to Minimize Infection Risks Group Exercise May Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness Running and Mental Health Get Your Sleep Before a Big Game Fitness Helps Kids Who Need It Most Vote Citrus for More Muscle Appetite For Exercise, Not Food More Americans Experiencing Food Insecurity Meat and Local Food Supplies Less Red Meat, Lower Diabetes Risk If you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback swebster@ideafit.com. Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationHealth Parallels From the World’s "Blue Zones"Health Parallels From the World’s "Blue Zones"Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT.


Modern lifestyles—including sedentary behavior and poor eating habits—are a breeding ground for chronic illness, making it harder for people to live long and prosper. Yet, there are regions around the globe where pockets of people do appear to enjoy a longer, healthier life expectancy. In these so-called Blue Zones, residents statistically live longer and healthier lives. Reinforced by research, this in-depth article from James Beard award-winning contributor Matthew Kadey, MS, RDN, presents nine lessons from the Blue Zones that lead to longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives.


Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT.


Modern lifestyles—including sedentary behavior and poor eating habits—are a breeding ground for chronic illness, making it harder for people to live long and prosper. Yet, there are regions around the globe where pockets of people do appear to enjoy a longer, healthier life expectancy. In these so-called Blue Zones, residents statistically live longer and healthier lives. Reinforced by research, this in-depth article from James Beard award-winning contributor Matthew Kadey, MS, RDN, presents nine lessons from the Blue Zones that lead to longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives.


Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>815735ca-997d-11eb-89b8-e77ea850d949Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -040029:43falsefull15151Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. Modern lifestyles—including sedentary behavior and poor eating habits—are a breeding ground for chronic illness, making it harder for people to live long and prosper. Yet, there are regions around the globe where pockets of people do appear to enjoy a longer, healthier life expectancy. In these so-called Blue Zones, residents statistically live longer and healthier lives. Reinforced by research, this in-depth article from James Beard award-winning contributor Matthew Kadey, MS, RDN, presents nine lessons from the Blue Zones that lead to longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives. Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationRamping up to HIIT, 10-Minute Stress Buster, Flax Berry Overnight Oats!Ramping up to HIIT, 10-Minute Stress Buster, Flax Berry Overnight Oats!Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July-August 2020 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Build Up to High-Intensity Training
  • 10-Minute Natural Stress Relief
  • Wearables That Monitor Heart Rate Now Colorblind
  • Active Commuting Linked to Heart Health
  • Cardio Benefits People at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Rise and Dine . . . and Burn!
  • Sweat More, Eat Less
  • Bad Sleep, Bad Diet
  • Time for an Oil Change
  • Low-Fat Vs. Low-Carb Diets for Longer Life


Link to the recipe: Flax Berry Overnight Oats

If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Nicole Krum, IDEA Inspired Service Representative

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July-August 2020 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Build Up to High-Intensity Training
  • 10-Minute Natural Stress Relief
  • Wearables That Monitor Heart Rate Now Colorblind
  • Active Commuting Linked to Heart Health
  • Cardio Benefits People at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Rise and Dine . . . and Burn!
  • Sweat More, Eat Less
  • Bad Sleep, Bad Diet
  • Time for an Oil Change
  • Low-Fat Vs. Low-Carb Diets for Longer Life


Link to the recipe: Flax Berry Overnight Oats

If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Nicole Krum, IDEA Inspired Service Representative

]]>01edc046-6af8-11eb-8ddd-0f3875797a18Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:08:30 -040033:07falsefull14141Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 22 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 12 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the July-August 2020 edition of Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Build Up to High-Intensity Training 10-Minute Natural Stress Relief Wearables That Monitor Heart Rate Now Colorblind Active Commuting Linked to Heart Health Cardio Benefits People at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease Rise and Dine . . . and Burn! Sweat More, Eat Less Bad Sleep, Bad Diet Time for an Oil Change Low-Fat Vs. Low-Carb Diets for Longer Life Link to the recipe: Flax Berry Overnight Oats If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com. Read by Nicole Krum, IDEA Inspired Service RepresentativeIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationThe Pros of Prehab, Exercise and COVID-19, Eating to Curb AnxietyThe Pros of Prehab, Exercise and COVID-19, Eating to Curb AnxietyWelcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 26 short articles—12 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Stepping and Weight Loss
  • New Music and Exercise Research Findings
  • Strength Training: Should You Mix It Up?
  • America’s Weight Status
  • Prehab: A Potential Fit Pro Opportunity?
  • Top Strategies for Maintaining Weight Loss
  • Start Roughing It for Cancer Protection
  • Athletes Who Play Indoor Sports Are at Risk for a Bad D-Fence
  • Dieting Your Way into the Lonely Hearts Club
  • Take the Bitter with the Sweet


Link to the recipe: Tofu Steaks With Nut Sauce

If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 26 short articles—12 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Stepping and Weight Loss
  • New Music and Exercise Research Findings
  • Strength Training: Should You Mix It Up?
  • America’s Weight Status
  • Prehab: A Potential Fit Pro Opportunity?
  • Top Strategies for Maintaining Weight Loss
  • Start Roughing It for Cancer Protection
  • Athletes Who Play Indoor Sports Are at Risk for a Bad D-Fence
  • Dieting Your Way into the Lonely Hearts Club
  • Take the Bitter with the Sweet


Link to the recipe: Tofu Steaks With Nut Sauce

If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com.

Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>7dcf9628-cba5-11ea-b210-c39ba32bbefeWed, 22 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -040041:59falsefull13131Welcome to the latest episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 26 short articles—12 from our Headlines news section and 14 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the June edition of IDEA Fitness Journal SPRINT . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Stepping and Weight Loss New Music and Exercise Research Findings Strength Training: Should You Mix It Up? America’s Weight Status Prehab: A Potential Fit Pro Opportunity? Top Strategies for Maintaining Weight Loss Start Roughing It for Cancer Protection Athletes Who Play Indoor Sports Are at Risk for a Bad D-Fence Dieting Your Way into the Lonely Hearts Club Take the Bitter with the Sweet Link to the recipe: Tofu Steaks With Nut Sauce If you’d like to answer either question of the month, please email your feedback for Headlines to jkeller@ideafit.com; and for Food for Thought to swebster@ideafit.com. Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationWomen on Weights, Yoga Brain Boost & Med Diet Rules!Women on Weights, Yoga Brain Boost & Med Diet Rules!This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short Quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The Quiz comes with the written version of all the articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

CEC Articles included:

  • Group Exercise Instructors Make an Impact
  • Women and Strength Training
  • Any Amount of Running Boosts Health
  • Overtraining Tires Mind and Body
  • Yoga Boosts Brain Fitness
  • The Med Diet Stands the Test of Time
  • More Evidence That Ultraprocessed Foods Lead to Obesity and Diabetes
  • Physical Activity in Youth Leads to More Veggies in Adulthood
  • Fresh Food and Vegetables Appear in Schools
  • Lifestyle and Longevity Go Hand in Hand


Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short Quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The Quiz comes with the written version of all the articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

CEC Articles included:

  • Group Exercise Instructors Make an Impact
  • Women and Strength Training
  • Any Amount of Running Boosts Health
  • Overtraining Tires Mind and Body
  • Yoga Boosts Brain Fitness
  • The Med Diet Stands the Test of Time
  • More Evidence That Ultraprocessed Foods Lead to Obesity and Diabetes
  • Physical Activity in Youth Leads to More Veggies in Adulthood
  • Fresh Food and Vegetables Appear in Schools
  • Lifestyle and Longevity Go Hand in Hand


Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications

]]>ab007872-b1c1-11ea-a192-f346cad73822Wed, 15 Jul 2020 18:14:01 -040042:19falsefull12121This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA Fitness Journal. This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short Quiz which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The Quiz comes with the written version of all the articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. CEC Articles included: Group Exercise Instructors Make an Impact Women and Strength Training Any Amount of Running Boosts Health Overtraining Tires Mind and Body Yoga Boosts Brain Fitness The Med Diet Stands the Test of Time More Evidence That Ultraprocessed Foods Lead to Obesity and Diabetes Physical Activity in Youth Leads to More Veggies in Adulthood Fresh Food and Vegetables Appear in Schools Lifestyle and Longevity Go Hand in Hand Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness AssociationWeightlifting Strategies, Gait Speed, Getting Ripped on Plants and more!Weightlifting Strategies, Gait Speed, Getting Ripped on Plants and more!Welcome to the initial episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA FITNESS JOURNAL . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Best Focal Strategy for Weightlifting
  • Health and Wellness Coaching Approved as Healthcare Service
  • Midlife Gait Speed Linked with Lifelong Aging
  • Active Pregnant Moms Boost Babies’ Fitness
  • Dogs Help People Get Active
  • Americans Are Still Eating a Lousy Diet
  • You Should Be Chicken to Wash Chicken
  • Recipe for Health: Orange-Glazed Butternut Squash with Herbed Pecans
  • You Can Get Ripped on Plants
  • Fruits and Veggies Silence Fat Genes


Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>Welcome to the initial episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented.

This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA FITNESS JOURNAL . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science.

CEC articles included:

  • Best Focal Strategy for Weightlifting
  • Health and Wellness Coaching Approved as Healthcare Service
  • Midlife Gait Speed Linked with Lifelong Aging
  • Active Pregnant Moms Boost Babies’ Fitness
  • Dogs Help People Get Active
  • Americans Are Still Eating a Lousy Diet
  • You Should Be Chicken to Wash Chicken
  • Recipe for Health: Orange-Glazed Butternut Squash with Herbed Pecans
  • You Can Get Ripped on Plants
  • Fruits and Veggies Silence Fat Genes


Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications

]]>3bd8ff0c-b1b0-11ea-a045-1b7db22ce9b6Wed, 24 Jun 2020 20:22:00 -040031:59falsefull11111Welcome to the initial episode of the IDEA Listen & Learn CEC Podcast—the fitness industry's first audible CEC program. In order to claim your CEC you will need to pass a short quiz which which is available for purchase in the IDEA store. The quiz comes with the written version of the CEC articles on this podcast, so you also can read them and refer back to the research presented. This episode contains information that has been approved for 1 CEC hour by more than 25 approval agencies including ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA and NFPT. It contains 20 short articles—10 from our Headlines news section and 10 from our Food for Thought news section, as published in the February edition of the award-winning IDEA FITNESS JOURNAL . This collection of evidence-based news stories will bring you up to date on fitness trends, exercise research and the dynamic fields of diet, food, nutrition and behavior change science. CEC articles included: Best Focal Strategy for Weightlifting Health and Wellness Coaching Approved as Healthcare Service Midlife Gait Speed Linked with Lifelong Aging Active Pregnant Moms Boost Babies’ Fitness Dogs Help People Get Active Americans Are Still Eating a Lousy Diet You Should Be Chicken to Wash Chicken Recipe for Health: Orange-Glazed Butternut Squash with Herbed Pecans You Can Get Ripped on Plants Fruits and Veggies Silence Fat Genes Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA PublicationsIDEA Health and Fitness Association