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This article was updated December 2024. Millions of Aussies sat down on 31st December and wrote out a handful of New Year’s resolutions. Studies suggest that only 8 – 20% of people manage to keep their resolutions and the average date that we start to slip off course is as early as January 12th! With
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Did you know you can anti-age your brain? According to brain fitness specialist and author of Future Brain, Dr Jenny Brockis, it’s our lifestyle choices that determine how well we age. At what age does the brain decline? Columbia University tell us that the brain has reached 90% of its full volume by the age of
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Unilateral training is an often-overlooked approach to fitness programming that can be a game-changer for your strength training goals. When you engage in unilateral strength training, you focus on training one limb at a time, instead of using both in tandem. Incorporating unilateral training in your fitness regimen can help correct muscle imbalances, create more
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PJ van Gyen realised there was a need for a platform that connected fitness trainers and potential clients when he felt the disconnect from both sides of the equation. As a client, eager to expand on his training, he found it hard to connect with someone who had the right expertise. Then, as a trainer,
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It’s common knowledge that your diet, sleep schedule and other important daily habits majorly affect your workout productivity. While these lifestyle choices have the greatest impact, many smaller aspects can come into play. Here are seven lesser-known factors that could influence your workouts without your knowledge. 1. How genes affect your performance in the gym
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A recent publication in the Scientific Journal of Sport and Performance highlights the transformative impact of digital weight on enhancing athletic performance. This could be because of the ability to utilise AI to train eccentrically, which is difficult to do without the help of another person. How is Emerging Tech Enhancing the Benefits of Eccentric
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Thanks to Prue Harvey, Education Coordinator at BFT, for this article. The concept of gamification is nothing new in fitness – think Apple watches, heart rate monitors, etc – but how it’s executed can change the game for your product or business. The use of gamification in workouts has been showing increasing popularity, from virtual
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Introversion and the stereotypical gym setting can sometimes be incompatible. If you want to work out while not dealing with strangers, you may find it challenging. So, what can you do if you find small talk and social interaction exhausting? 10 Tips for Introverts to achieve their fitness goals in comfort: 1. Choose the right
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Sports drinks can be valuable for athletes and individuals engaging in intense, prolonged physical activity. However, for most people and everyday hydration needs, water is the preferred choice due to its simplicity, lack of added sugars, and overall health benefits. When deciding between sports drinks and water, it’s important to consider your goals and whether
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Menopause brings about changes in various areas of a woman’s health. From shifting body composition and menstrual cycles to temperature fluctuations and emotional challenges, this period (which can go on for years) is often a challenging time. When it comes to menopause and exercise, women may find that what previously ‘worked’ for them, no longer
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Running is a sport for anyone and everyone, all you need is a pair of shoes. Every year, Australian runners, both serious and recreational, lace up their running shoes and hit the road or trail, participating in events extending from local Parkruns and fun runs to more serious marathons. Whether you are a seasoned runner,
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Article updated August 2026. Yoga blocks are one of the simplest, cheapest props in your studio, and one of the most underused. For beginner clients, they’re often the difference between “I can’t do yoga” and “I can’t believe I just did that.” For instructors and PTs running yoga or mobility-based sessions, they’re a low-cost way
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