Social media has had a huge impact on the fitness industry from the instantaneous interaction we can have with people all over the world to content being accessible to anyone and everyone. We live in a world where we have never been more connected and influenced by social media. We have so much information readily…
Plyometric Exercises for Legs
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 movements elicit enhanced force production from the stretch–shortening cycle. Find…
The Complete Dumbbell Workout
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 building…
What Causes Shin Splints and How to Treat
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 experienced…
Introducing our AFA Fitness Ambassadors
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. We are pleased to introduce our Ambassadors…
Five Tips For Preparing For a Marathon
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, mind and soul are tested to…
Remodeled Facility Grand Reopening
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. What have we…
5 squat variations you should add to your program
Leg day. You either love it or you hate it. For many, the dread of the next day’s DOMS can lead to carrying out the same leg routine week in and week out. When it comes to building leg strength and fending off injuries, nothing comes close to the squat. Leg strength is the foundation…
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