Fitness Education

Articles within our Fitness Education category covers the latest release of fitness courses from Australia ATO’s, and new fitness workshops and fitness business seminars from leading industry authorities and experts – many offering WNiF readers with free entry! You’ll also find information relating to major fitness conventions and expo’s that provide the Continued Education Credits (CECs) for all fitness professionals.

change your goal setting language around new mums

Changing Your New Mum Goal Setting Language

Your new-mum client walks into the gym. You congratulate her on her recent arrival, move through her pre-exercise questionnaire and then it’s time for goal setting! An often overlooked aspect of working with clients is helping them to reframe their view of what health and fitness means. Jen Dugard, founder of MumSafe, shares some advice […]

Changing Your New Mum Goal Setting Language Read More »

personal trainer client pcos

A Guide for Supporting a PT Client with PCOS

With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affecting around half a million Australian women, and difficulty in losing weight being a common symptom, it wouldn’t be unusual for a personal trainer to be engaged by a client who is living with this condition. We asked our resident dietitian, Talia Sparks for her advice when it comes to supporting

A Guide for Supporting a PT Client with PCOS Read More »

pre and post natal exercise

Common Pre and Post Natal Exercise Myths

Having worked with mums both pre and post natal since 2008, I have discovered that there are many myths around appropriate ways to exercise during pregnancy and recover postnatally. In this article I offer a different perspective on a number of these myths, providing tips for you to move forward with your clients more effectively

Common Pre and Post Natal Exercise Myths Read More »

Body Beyond Birth program

Body Beyond Birth: Helping new mums reclaim their body and health

Not many business partners strategize while trying on clothes, or hold meetings from their home Pilates reformer machines. But Becky Dyer and Jackie Steele, the Co-Founders of Body Beyond Birth, are women on a mission. Both working mums who juggle school drop-offs, client meetings, family meals, and five children between them, the pair are familiar

Body Beyond Birth: Helping new mums reclaim their body and health Read More »

preventing acl injuries

The Game Plan for ACL Injury Prevention

In the fast-paced world of fitness and sports, preventing injuries is crucial for both professional athletes and casual fitness enthusiasts. One common injury that plagues many is the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury. This article will provide a comprehensive understanding of ACL injuries, their prevalence, preventive strategies that can be taken, and risk factors that

The Game Plan for ACL Injury Prevention Read More »

exercise and menopause

Menopause and Exercise: The Importance of Staying Active

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

Menopause and Exercise: The Importance of Staying Active Read More »

2023 aqua summit

Book your Spot at the 2023 Aqua Summit

Act fast as tickets are running out for the inaugural Industry Forum and Aqua Summit. This is an exciting opportunity for everyone in the aquatic exercise space for both networking as well as education and development. The 2023 Aqua Summit is the first of its kind and is scheduled for October, with the Industry Forum

Book your Spot at the 2023 Aqua Summit Read More »

will ai replace fitness trainers

Will AI Replace Fitness Trainers? Here’s what we think…

Since ChatGPT started dominating conversations in around February this year, Australians have been wondering which occupations are going to become obsolete. AI has been working its way into the fitness industry for years now via some pretty awesome apps and wearable technology, but with the accessibility of customisable nutrition plans and workouts for the everyday

Will AI Replace Fitness Trainers? Here’s what we think… Read More »

managing diastasis recti with exercise

Close the Gap: Expert Advice on Managing Diastasis Recti with Exercise

Diastasis recti is a common condition that occurs when the rectus abdominis muscles (the muscles that make up the six-pack) separate along the linea alba, the connective tissue that runs down the centre of the abdominal wall (1). This separation can lead to a bulge in the midline of the abdomen, a symptom sometimes referred

Close the Gap: Expert Advice on Managing Diastasis Recti with Exercise Read More »

animal flow workshop in sydney

Animal Flow Workshop in Sydney

Engage your beast mode and secure a spot at the Animal Flow® Level 1 Workshop in Sydney next month. Spanning across two days, this intensive training will teach you all 30 Level 1 movements, including modifications for increasing or decreasing the difficulty level and how to link movements together to create your own “flow”. What

Animal Flow Workshop in Sydney Read More »

benefits of exercise during chemotherapy

The Benefits of Exercise During Chemotherapy: A Guide for Fitness Professionals

Chemotherapy is a common treatment for cancer that involves using drugs to destroy cancer cells. While chemotherapy is one of the most effective tools in battling cancer, it can also cause side effects such as fatigue, nausea, weakness, peripheral neuropathy, and fluid retention. While traditionally patients undergoing chemo have been wrapped in cotton wool slightly

The Benefits of Exercise During Chemotherapy: A Guide for Fitness Professionals Read More »

Scroll to Top