Article updated September 2024. Heat therapy has been used for centuries due to its ability to induce relaxation and promote muscle recovery. Various native cultures in Europe, Asia, and North and South America are known for practicing sweat bathing, which refers to various passive bathing strategies in high temperatures. Regular exposure to heat can reduce […]
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Whether your goal is to look a certain way, gain muscle, bulk up or just build strength, bodybuilding, and weightlifting are great types of exercise to incorporate into a healthy lifestyle. While bodybuilding incorporates numerous exercises to obtain a certain goal, weightlifting typically uses the same forms of exercise. These include the snatch, clean &
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As a gym owner, you understand the importance of having the right flooring to create a safe and inviting exercise environment. That’s why we are thrilled to tell you about Pliteq TREAD, a revolutionary gym flooring product that not only offers exceptional durability and noise reduction but also contributes to environmental sustainability. Developed by Pliteq,
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As a gym owner, you’re constantly seeking innovative ways to attract and retain members. One effective strategy is to provide added value that enhances the overall fitness experience. One such tool gaining popularity is the inclusion of massage guns in gym facilities. Since recovery is where the body adapts to the previous training, it’s important
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As a fitness professional, you’re always looking for ways to improve your clients’ recovery and help them reach their fitness goals. One powerful tool you can add to your arsenal is a portable ice bath. How can Portable Ice Baths Add Value to your PT Sessions? Speed up recovery: After a tough workout, your clients’
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Whole-body cryotherapy has become a prominent part of the recovery technique for many professional athletes in recent years. Several well-known celebrities have also adopted cryotherapy due to its health benefits. What is cryotherapy? How does it work? What benefits does it offer? Read this guide to learn more about whole-body cryotherapy. What is cryotherapy? The
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This article was updated November 2025. Thinking about setting up a home gym to train clients? Running PT sessions from home has become a smart move for many Australian fitness professionals. Lower overheads, flexible hours and the ability to create a boutique, highly personalised experience… what’s not to love? But before you start ripping up
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Muscle recovery is a concern whether you’re a professional athlete or a weekend fitness junkie. Compression garments are used for a recovery boost and to help avoid muscle aches after workouts so you can return to training faster. Compression garments provide comfort, support, and various benefits when exercising, and range from sleeves to complete body
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Article updated February 2024. The Stadium Stomp 2024 is growing closer, but there’s plenty of time left to train if you’re unsure whether you’re up to the task! It also means that if you’re thinking of using the event as a fundraising tool, now is the time to register so you can let your friends
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The 2023 Fuel Women’s Fitness Business Summit was held on 27th April at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney. The event was sold out weeks prior and the good vibes were flowing in the room, with a strong undercurrent of friendship, encouragement, and excitement. With the relaunch of What’s New in Fitness still in
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The results are in from the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) run AusPlay survey and give an interesting insight into the habits and lifestyles of today’s Aussies. Last week, the ASC released its findings for the period 2016 – 2022. What is the AusPlay Survey? The AusPlay survey first started in 2015 and it forms part
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Sudden cardiac arrest is a serious issue in Australia and is actually one of the leading causes of death. It’s estimated that 22,000 to 33,000 people lose their lives to sudden cardiac arrest every year. The good news is that immediate bystander CPR and defibrillation within the first few minutes, could save a person’s life
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