Plyometric exercise is a great training method for building explosive strength, and because of which, it is often a form of exercise used by anyone from athletes to the military. The types of movements involve rapid explosive concentric movements, preceded by eccentric contractions. These explosive...
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Dumbbells are one of the most versatile and accessible pieces of equipment found in a gym. Do you remember the famous tag line, “if you’ve got a door, you’ve got a gym”? Well, the same thing applies with a set of dumbbells. Not only are they extremely practical, they can be seriously effective in bu...
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Shin splints can be brought on by a number of different causes, and can present itself in a unique way from person to person. If you have ever felt a persistent sharp pulling or stabbing feeling through the front of your shinbone, it is likely you have suffered from shin splints. If you have experie...
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We are very pleased to announce our new Ambassador program. Many of our graduates have gone on to create rewarding careers as successful personal trainers. We want to celebrate their success and recognise them as role models for our current students and the next generation of fitness professionals....
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With Australia’s marathon season in full swing, many people around the country are preparing their bodies for one of the most grueling athletic events. The marathon has always had a prominent place in the hearts and minds of athletes. It represents the ultimate athletic effort, where the human body,...
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We’ve been hard at work over the Christmas period to give our facility a face lift. We completely remodeled our gym facility, classrooms and communal areas, as well as the staff offices. Giving our students and staff a new fresh feel to the facility. And today we cut the ribbon and officially opened...
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“I could not speak highly enough of my experience studying Cert 3 & 4 at Australian Fitness Academy.
The staff are exceptional and were always happy to help me understand what was required as a student and assist with any queries I may have had. I would recommend AFA to anyone looking to work in the fitness industry.”
If you have been thinking of starting a new and exciting career in the fitness industry then now is the time! With revenue of over $1.2 billion and over 4 million Australians participating in fitness industry activities in 2012, the growth of the industry makes it a dynamic and rewarding industry in which to work.
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