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…
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…
Top Tips for Beating a Study Slump
Studying is not always easy. When life gets in the way, finding the time and motivation to sit down and study can be difficult. When balancing work, family, social commitments and more, it is completely normal to have periods where you become unmotivated to study. When your spare time is sparse, it can be easy…
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…
The Importance of Setting Process Goals
Goal setting is an underutilized tool that can make a huge difference when it comes to creating consistency with your actions. For long term changes to health and fitness, clients will need to develop new habits and be consistent with their exercise and nutrition. When goals are well structured and thought out they can improve your client’s ability to stick…
Do You Need A Social Media Following To Succeed As A PT?
The fitness industry on social media can be intimidating, and you might think you need six pack abs and thousands of followers to make it as a trainer. But it helps to put yourself in the shoes of a gym client and ask, Would you hire a trainer based on their number of followers? Having followers can make you look trusted and liked by the public…