Category: Fitness

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.

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…

 

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…

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…

There’s a common question when it comes to achieving our fitness goals – how hard should we work when we exercise? And second, what will we get from working that hard? The intensity at which we exercise will bring about different results, and we should plan that around what health and fitness goals we’re looking to achieve. For example…

With Christmas day and the holiday season only just around the corner, it’s the time of year when it feels like so much needs to be done in so little time! Finding the perfect present for friends and family members can be tricky, so we’re here to help. We’ve come up with a health and fitness inspired Christmas wish list that will be sure to give you some great…

Building a strong core is an important aspect of training, with core stability providing the foundation for optimal movement for the body. Our core bridges the body together, as it provides the connection between our lower and upper extremities. All motions are generated through the core and it is essentially the driving force and base…

If you’ve spent any time in a gym, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the cable machine. This functional piece of exercise equipment, also referred to as a pulley machine, is a staple in many gyms and fitness centres. Cable machine exercises give you a great balance between convenience, versatility and performance. If you’ve arrived during peak hour…