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…
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…
7 Reasons Why You Should Start Meal Prepping
Do you ever have those days where you feel like you don’t have enough time or energy to cook, so you end up just ordering take-away or eating a frozen meal and snacks? We are definitely all guilty of this from time-to-time, and it’s completely normal to not want to cook after a full day of work and activities. Cooking a balanced and nutritional meal can…
Weight Loss Is A Marathon Not A Sprint: Key Things To Remember
Losing weight is a battle that many people face. There are a number of things that can trigger this thought too, it might be a photo that you see of yourself, it might be after you jump on the scales or it might just be that you feel like your habits need to change. This can be at a certain time of the year too (just after Christmas or Easter) or as it approaches…
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…
Athlete Profile: Ellie Sanford
In February 2022, AFA proudly sponsored the Women’s 800m event at the Beachside Gift. The race featured some of Australia’s best middle distance runners, including current record holders, Olympians and some of the country’s most promising young talents. We were thrilled to see current Victorian 800m champion Ellie Sanford take out the honours…
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