A key component of both the Certificate III and Certificate IV in Fitness is completing work experience. The practical placement program is designed to give students a true ‘hands on’ experience and provide an opportunity to gain an insight into what working in the fitness industry is really like. It’s an integral part of both…
12 Healthy Pancake Recipes
Pancakes – a childhood favourite, Shrove Tuesday special and all-time breakfast treat. There aren’t many things that beat a scrumptiously fluffy pancake, smothered in maple syrup with a scoop of ice-cream. And while the traditional pancake recipe should be enjoyed in moderation, healthy alternatives can be made to calm your pancake cravings, without all the…
10 Protein Containing Foods That Will Help to Burn Fat
Our partners at Be Fit Food have provided us with an insight into the effect protein has on the body, and have created a list of ten different protein-containing foods that should be included as part of a healthy, balanced diet: The inclusion of protein containing foods in every meal and snack is essential for…
6 Tips For Marketing Your PT Business
It’s no secret that marketing is a vital part of any business. For many personal trainers, the marketing and selling process can be uncomfortable, and for this reason is often put aside as an afterthought. A strong marketing strategy allows businesses to build long-lasting relationships with their audiences and helps to attract and sell products…
What To Expect At The Fitness Show
Thinking about heading to the Fitness Show this year? We’ve got you covered with this handy guide on what to expect from the 3-day event! What is it: The Fitness Show is Australia’s largest fitness and health event that brings together businesses and professionals from across the entire industry. From fitness educators like ourselves right through to…
New Course Videos Launched!
In exciting news coming out of our education team, we’ve been working hard for several weeks developing new resources & content for our Certificate III in Fitness and Certificate IV in Fitness online courses. What this means is that you’ll be getting access to a range of new, insightful and engaging videos relating to Upper…
Exercise Progressions: The Pull Up
Pull ups are one of the most challenging bodyweight exercises to perform, requiring multiple upper-body muscles to work simultaneously to pull oneself up above the bar and back down again. The pull up demonstrates a superior strength to body-weight ratio and is a hugely rewarding exercise to master. For many people, being able to perform…
How to Design an Effective Exercise Program
When designing a resistance training program for either yourself or clients, there are many considerations that need be taken into account before you hit the gym. Broadly speaking, there are three key components to program design: Environmental factors, needs analysis and program variables/training guidelines. It’s important to identify and consider the elements involved in each…
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