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Steroids 1998 Apr;63(4):208-13 Effects of the 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor finasteride on serum levels of gonadal, adrenal, and hypophyseal hormones and its clinical significance: a prospective clinical study. Uygur MC, Arik AI, Altug U, Erol D. Urology Clinic of the Ministry...

There is a whole universe out there beyond 8-12 rep max. Step into the light.

A few thoughts.. There are lots of certs out there already dealing with special populations. Some have big names that already carry weight and have extensive partnerships in medicine and science. The biggest of these organizations, the American College of Sports Medicine, has very high quality...

I recommend finding employment at a gym to start. A desk clerk/trainer position might be a foot in the door but serious trainers usually either take a percentage of each session or "rent" the privilege to train in a gym, paying the gym a set fee each month. Some trainers make a salary and have...

I think the pride you feel is from beginning to develop your conscious approach to training versus embracing the supermaxhardcore body statue mentality. There is nothing wrong with seeing yourself as a different kind of trainer and pursuing your craft with the intent to improve the profession...

Hi Ashley. If you are passionate about this then go for it. I love what I do. Employment for fitness instructors is growing about 25% faster than most other industries, about the same rate as physicians and surgeons. Training is becoming mainstream while concerns for youth fitness...