You’ve probably heard about the importance of eating post-exercise for recovery and muscle growth. What you may not be aware of, however, is the difference between men and women when it comes to fuelling post-exercise, and how crucial the timing is for women when it comes to replacing glycogen stores and assisting muscle growth…
Student Spotlight – Tina Rouvray
Tina is currently studying her Certificate IV in Fitness with AFA and has recently been announced as a finalist for AusActive’s Student of the Year award. Tina completed her Certificate III at the beginning of the year and has already commenced working in the industry as a Gym Instructor at Fit Up Fitness in Boonah, QLD. We wish Tina all the best at the…
Stretching – Static vs Dynamic
When preparing for any kind of exercise, whether it’s a cardio workout, strength training, or a team sport, it’s important to take some time to get your body warm and moving. When you’ve had a busy day or you’re in a rush to get your workout done, it can be tempting to just jump straight into your session to maximise the time you’ve got – we’ve all been…
What Is A Barbell Complex?
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…
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