AFPA Health and Fitness Blog

In recent years, the term "leaky gut" has become increasingly popular in the health and wellness world. While the concept of a leaky gut may sound alarming, it is a condition that affects many people and can lead to a variety of health problems. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to promote gut healing and reduce the risk of health complications. 

Health coaching has emerged as a powerful tool in guiding individuals toward better overall health, fitness, and well-being.  

Between 50% and 80% of adolescents and adults report feeling lonely. Loneliness, isolation, and lack of human connection are associated with low health-related quality of life. At the foot of the COVID-19 pandemic and the stay-at-home and social distancing orders, health advocates warn that social isolation and loneliness in certain populations may even be the next public health crisis. 

Health coaching can be a transformative experience, helping clients to achieve their health and wellness goals and live their best lives. But it's not always easy for clients to stay motivated along the way.  

That's where coaching prompts come in. By incorporating prompts that show appreciation and foster motivation into their coaching practice, health coaches can help their clients to feel acknowledged, supported, and motivated to make real progress toward their goals.  

Welcome to the future of nutrition coaching! As we venture into an age when artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the globe, nutrition and nutrition coaching are no exception. In this exciting era, AI is empowering professionals to provide highly personalized guidance, streamline their practices, and help improve the lives of their clients.  

As the famous saying goes, "age is just a number." But when it comes to managing chronic conditions, that number can make a big difference.  

Older adults are more likely to experiencemultiple chronic health problems, which can significantly impact their daily lives and overall well-being.  

In this context, health coaching can be a valuable tool to support older clients with chronic conditions, helping them navigate the complexities of their health and stay engaged in their care.  

With an increasing focus on self-care and preventative health, many people are looking beyond traditional medicine to explore more holistic and integrative approaches to wellness. But what exactly does this mean, and how can it benefit your health and well-being? In this article, we'll take a closer look at what a holistic or integrative approach to health really looks like and the different ways it can help you achieve optimal health from the inside out. 

If you are a health coach or are interested in becoming a coach, you probably know that most health coach training tends to focus on the individual. One-on-one health, nutrition, and fitness coaching is very effective in improving health outcomes,improving client wellness, and, ultimately, making sustainable health behavior changes.

What is on the horizon in 2023 for the health and wellness industries?