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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 RiseHIIT Benefits HealthUsing Foam Rolling for Range of MotionExercise and Mental Health During the PandemicBest Time to Exercise for Metabolic HealthNitrates in Vegetables Help Build MuscleUnhealthy Eating Habits From the PandemicEating Fast Linked to Higher BMISugar in Baby Formula Causes Weight GainSalt Sensitivity and High Blood PressureIf you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback [email protected].
Read by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA
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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 AnxietyOptimizing Women’s Strength TrainingDoes Exercise Suppress the Immune System?Plyometric Jump Training and VolleyballKids and Sugar SweetnessAre the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Tough Enough?Nutrition and Oral HealthEvolutionary History Informs EatingCaffeine and Pregnancy OutcomesRead by Christopher Holtwick – Senior Digital Designer
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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 HelpsTraining Cancer PatientsFitness and Brain Health for KidsOptimal Health Gains From HIIT and MICTHigh Levels of Inactivity and Distractibility5 Servings of Fruits and VegetablesAntioxidants for DepressionProtein and MuscleEvening Chronotype and DietCalorie Restriction and MitochondriaRead by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA
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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 ActivityHIIT Back on Sleep Loss EffectsResistance Training for Adolescents and PreadolescentsPhysically Active Working Moms Cope BetterSleep Loss? Vigorous Exercise May Reduce CravingsArsenic in RicePlant-Based Antioxidants We NeedWords of the Day: Resistant StarchThe Big 8 Food Allergens May Become 9Bone Up on Vegan NutritionRead by Judy Minich - Production Editor - IDEA
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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 GuidelinesLower Weight in Young Women ≠ Higher FitnessSafety Tips for Outdoor Group ExerciseEccentric Training Lacks Uniform StrategiesVigorous Exercise Benefits Older Adults Hair Samples Reveal American DietChickpeas and Rice for ProteinThe Dark Side of Night EatingYour Brain on Plant ChemicalsA “Whole” Apple a DayRead by Christopher Holtwick - Senior Digital Designer
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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 WomenTestosterone Therapy More Effective with ExerciseBattle Rope HIIT Workouts Improve FitnessBest Time for Swimming PerformanceStretching for Hypertension ImprovementsColorectal Cancer and DietVegetarian and Vegan Diets High in Ultraprocessed FoodsTime to Reduce Our Food's Carbon Footprint?Plant Protein for Muscle GrowthFruit and Vegetable Consumption DownRead by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications
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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 MomsVibration Training Improves Strength in Stroke SurvivorsThe Psoriasis-Fitness ConnectionBrain Fitness and Physical Activity During PandemicFitness Levels Predict Less-Severe COVID-19Does Oatmeal Raise Blood Sugar?Beta-Carotene for Vitamin AFiber Fights DepressionSucrose, Glucose and MetabolismIf you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback [email protected].
Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications
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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 RisksGroup Exercise May Help Older Adults Combat LonelinessRunning and Mental HealthGet Your Sleep Before a Big GameFitness Helps Kids Who Need It MostVote Citrus for More MuscleAppetite For Exercise, Not FoodMore Americans Experiencing Food InsecurityMeat and Local Food SuppliesLess Red Meat, Lower Diabetes RiskIf you’d like to answer the question of the month, please email your feedback [email protected].
Read by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications
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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
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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 Training10-Minute Natural Stress ReliefWearables That Monitor Heart Rate Now ColorblindActive Commuting Linked to Heart HealthCardio Benefits People at Risk for Alzheimer’s DiseaseRise and Dine . . . and Burn!Sweat More, Eat LessBad Sleep, Bad DietTime for an Oil ChangeLow-Fat Vs. Low-Carb Diets for Longer LifeLink 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 [email protected]; and for Food for Thought to [email protected].
Read by Nicole Krum, IDEA Inspired Service Representative
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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 LossNew Music and Exercise Research FindingsStrength Training: Should You Mix It Up?America’s Weight StatusPrehab: A Potential Fit Pro Opportunity?Top Strategies for Maintaining Weight LossStart Roughing It for Cancer ProtectionAthletes Who Play Indoor Sports Are at Risk for a Bad D-FenceDieting Your Way into the Lonely Hearts ClubTake the Bitter with the SweetLink 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 [email protected]; and for Food for Thought to [email protected].
Read by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications
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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 ImpactWomen and Strength TrainingAny Amount of Running Boosts HealthOvertraining Tires Mind and BodyYoga Boosts Brain FitnessThe Med Diet Stands the Test of TimeMore Evidence That Ultraprocessed Foods Lead to Obesity and DiabetesPhysical Activity in Youth Leads to More Veggies in AdulthoodFresh Food and Vegetables Appear in SchoolsLifestyle and Longevity Go Hand in HandRead by Joy Keller - Executive Editor, IDEA Publications
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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 WeightliftingHealth and Wellness Coaching Approved as Healthcare ServiceMidlife Gait Speed Linked with Lifelong AgingActive Pregnant Moms Boost Babies’ FitnessDogs Help People Get ActiveAmericans Are Still Eating a Lousy DietYou Should Be Chicken to Wash ChickenRecipe for Health: Orange-Glazed Butternut Squash with Herbed PecansYou Can Get Ripped on PlantsFruits and Veggies Silence Fat GenesRead by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications
