Sophia Go’s Bookmarks

CDC evidence-based fall prevention strategies for older adults including specific exercise recommendations. Covers balance training, lower body strengthening, and environmental modifications that reduce fall risk.

ACSM guidelines detailing absolute and relative contraindications to exercise during pregnancy. Essential reference for trainers to identify high-risk conditions requiring medical clearance or exercise restrictions.

Collection of seated exercise modifications for older adults with limited mobility or balance concerns. Features full-body routines that can be performed safely while seated, making fitness accessible for various ability levels.

Clinical resource for evaluating and addressing abdominal separation postpartum. Includes assessment techniques, contraindicated exercises, and rehabilitation progressions for restoring core function and reducing separation.

Research review examining resistance training effects on aging populations. Documents improvements in muscle mass, bone density, metabolic health, and functional capacity with appropriate progressive overload protocols.

Comprehensive guide to safe core training during pregnancy including exercises to avoid. Discusses intra-abdominal pressure management, breathing techniques, and functional core work that supports changing body mechanics.

National Osteoporosis Foundation recommendations for bone-strengthening exercise. Covers weight-bearing activities, resistance training protocols, and movements to avoid for clients with low bone density or osteoporosis diagnosis.

ACE Fitness protocol for safely returning to exercise after childbirth. Discusses pelvic floor recovery, diastasis recti assessment, and progressive exercise reintroduction based on delivery type and individual healing.

National Institute on Aging resource covering balance exercises for fall prevention in older adults. Features progressions from basic standing exercises to dynamic movements that improve stability and confidence.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists official guidelines for prenatal exercise. Covers safe activities, contraindications, warning signs, and trimester-specific modifications for maintaining fitness throughout pregnancy.