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…
3 Ways To Break Through A Training Plateau
Just like any habit or routine, consistency is always the key to results. Exercise is no different, and consistency in the frequency of your training has a major effect on the outcome of your performance and your results. It is crucial to remember that you need to look at your sessions as averages over time. Just because you missed one session during a…
What Is Tempo Training?
If you’ve ever seen a sequence of numbers such as 3-1-1-0 pop up in a program and are wondering what that means for the bench press set you’re about to complete – let us explain the concept of tempo training. Whether you’re an experienced lifter looking to improve your max strength, a newbie to weight training that wants to build more muscular…
Online vs. Face-To-Face Fitness Course – What’s The Difference?
If you’re thinking about studying a fitness course, one of the first choices you’ll need to make is whether to complete the qualification online or on campus. Whilst the outcome will usually be the same across both study methods, there are some differences between the two, as we’ll explain in this article.
Student/Athlete Profile: Shayna Jack
Shayna Jack is an Australian swimmer who has a passion for fitness and is determined to get the most out of herself as an athlete and perform to the best of her ability in the pool. After having some forced time out of the pool, Shayna decided to study her Certificate III in Fitness with AFA to further her knowledge and upskill herself in a field she loves…
How To Create A Stretching & Mobility Database As A PT
A fundamental element to being a professional Personal Trainer is having a data base of resistance exercises, e.g.: Deadlifts, bench press, assisted chin ups, plank etc. But what about your data base of stretching and mobility techniques? Before you put together your stretching and mobility data base, understanding the benefits of client mobility…
3 Common Gym Mistakes & How To Fix Them
Working out seems easy enough, right? Go to the gym, try out a few weight machines, add in some cardio, and call it a day. If only it were that simple! To help you get the most out of your time at the gym, and ensure you’re getting bang for your buck with your workouts, Tom from our Education Team has highlighted some common mistakes he sees…
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