You have probably heard of diabetes (most likely type 2) and know that it is often caused by a combination of genetic factors along with poor diet and insufficient activity levels. Therefore, most people are aware that exercise is beneficial for a type 2 diabetic. What many people don’t realise however, is that exercise can be just as beneficial for…
Upper Body Plyometric Exercises
Most traditional plyometric exercises involve some form of jumping, with box jumps, broad jumps, depth jumps and lunge jumps all springing to mind. These lower body plyometric exercises are often incorporated into athlete training programs and performed by those looking to increase their power and explosiveness. Not as common, and perhaps underutilised, are upper body…
Post Workout Nutrition For Women: What To Eat & When
You’ve probably heard about the importance of eating post-exercise for recovery and muscle growth. What you may not be aware of, however, is the difference between men and women when it comes to fuelling post-exercise, and how crucial the timing is for women when it comes to replacing glycogen stores and assisting muscle growth…
Student Spotlight – Tina Rouvray
Tina is currently studying her Certificate IV in Fitness with AFA and has recently been announced as a finalist for AusActive’s Student of the Year award. Tina completed her Certificate III at the beginning of the year and has already commenced working in the industry as a Gym Instructor at Fit Up Fitness in Boonah, QLD. We wish Tina all the best at the…
Stretching – Static vs Dynamic
When preparing for any kind of exercise, whether it’s a cardio workout, strength training, or a team sport, it’s important to take some time to get your body warm and moving. When you’ve had a busy day or you’re in a rush to get your workout done, it can be tempting to just jump straight into your session to maximise the time you’ve got – we’ve all been…
What Is A Barbell Complex?
A barbell complex is any series of movements performed back-to-back with a barbell in which the set number of reps is completed for each movement before moving on to the next. It’s basically a big superset that involves completing 4-6 exercises without stopping. The number of reps performed on each exercise can vary from 4-10. Selecting the…
Benefits of Express Training
An express training program with full body exercises is a great way to workout because it can be more efficient for busy clients. If they don’t have time to train 5+ days per week and split up muscle groups each session, a full body session could be a great way to help with their goals. An express workout will last 30-35 minutes, including the warm up and…
A Guide To Personal Trainer Insurance In Australia
As a Fitness Professional, having Personal Trainer insurance is an absolute must. Whether you run your own personal training business, rent a space in a gym, work for a business, or are still completing your studies, obtaining the right level of cover is an important step to take before training clients. The topic of insurance…
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