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  20 Nov 2023

  Don't Compare Yourself To Other Athletes

  “But you are just so good… I’ll never be able to do that” Are these words you have said out loud to someone or even just thought quietly to yourself? Don’t stress if you are, good on you for actually taking the first step in learning something new, in taking your health into your own hands, in creating new life long habits. The Weightlifting/ CrossFit world can be tricky to navigate, and just like any other sport or complex task, things take time. It’s very easy to get caught up in the overwhelming nature of a task or skill when you are new. Good things come from stepping outside of your comfort zone. This is one principle I live life by. ....

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• 17 Nov 2023

  Surviving The Silly Season: How To Maintain Your Goals Over Christmas

  In the midst of endless advice flooding every channel on navigating the holiday season, the topic can become wearisome and repetitive. Yet, amid this repetition, the central message remains persistently unanswered. Do you adhere strictly to your routine during the festivities, or do you indulge throughout the holiday and just enjoy? This debate comprises two distinct perspectives. On one side, numerous nutritional and health experts advocate for embracing the joy of Christmas, asserting the freedom to indulge in one's desires, particularly when it comes to food. Conversely, the opposing viewpoint, albeit diminishing, suggests that maintaining one's progress throughout the holiday ....

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  2 Nov 2023

  Taking A Break Can Help Your Training

  Recently my wife and I took a break from day to day life and headed to Thailand for a week of R&R. Initially I had researched and found a resort with a fantastic gym and planned a weeks worth of programming based around the equipment provided. After day one of a solid bench and accessory session. I realised part of taking that break from active training was a healthy thing for me. My full time job is based around exercise, my hobby is based around exercise and although I don’t train like I once did, I still train quite consistently. So I scrapped the workouts for the rest of the trip. Not only did my body need a rest but my brain could also do with a little time away ....

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  17 Oct 2023

  The Best Time To Start Training

  Life has a way of throwing curveballs our way, and often, we find ourselves waiting for the "perfect" moment to start something new. Whether it's embarking on a fitness journey or making positive changes in our lives, we often delay action in the hope that the stars will align. But the truth is, there's never a perfect time to start. The time to begin is now. We've all faced challenges and uncertainties, both individually and collectively. But in those moments, we've also found strength, resilience, and the ability to rebuild. It's not about waiting for the ideal conditions; it's about taking action, even when the path ahead seems uncertain. In our own lives, we might be facing ....

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• 18 Sep 2023

  The Benefits Of Functional Fitness - Why Do It?

  In today's fast-paced world, the concept of fitness has evolved beyond just lifting weights or running on a treadmill. Functional fitness has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of physical wellness, offering a holistic approach to health and well-being. This comprehensive fitness regimen focuses on enhancing your everyday movements, improving your strength, flexibility, and endurance, and ultimately enabling you to live life to the fullest. What Is Functional Fitness? Functional fitness is a fitness philosophy that centreson exercises and movements that mimic real-life activities and improve your ability to perform daily tasks with ease and efficiency. Unlike ....

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  12 Sep 2023

  I'm Not The Fastest Or The Strongest In The Gym, But That's Not The Point

  I am by no means the strongest, fittest, or fastest in the gym, and I’ve come to accept that. It took me a while to stop comparing myself to others and realise that the gym is a priority for me, but it’s not my only one. I don’t have the time or energy to train multiple hours per day or six days a week because I choose to use that energy in other areas of my life, such as my career, family, basketball, and personal life. It’s a personal choice, just like it’s others’ choice to focus more on the gym, their progress, and their numbers, as well as their nutrition, sleep, and recovery. Comparing myself to others in the gym does me little service because I ....

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• 11 Sep 2023

  Why You Should Consider Personal Training

  Personal training is a dynamic and personalised approach to achieving fitness and wellness goals. It offers numerous advantages that can significantly expedite an individual's progress towards better health and fitness. First and foremost, personal training provides tailored guidance. Every person is unique, with distinct fitness levels, goals, and limitations. A personal trainer takes all these factors into account, creating a customised workout plan that maximises results while minimising the risk of injury. This level of personalisation ensures that individuals are working towards their specific objectives, whether it's weight loss, muscle gain, improved endurance, or enhanced athletic ....

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  10 Sep 2023

  Ego Is The Enemy

  There have been many times in my life where my ego has let me down or at least tried to let me down. This doesn’t mean my ego in the sense of ‘I am better than what I am’. It’s let me down in times which have lead to me not trying as well as I should have or I have missed things/events because I didn’t want to be seen not doing as well as I could have. 

Something you’ll hear me say to members ‘your best is always good enough’ and I truly believe that but at times in my life I have felt it wasn’t or there was always something saying that wasn’t your best. A quick example would be the CrossFit Open; when I started coaching ....

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  25 Aug 2023

  Eating Around Training: How To Optimise Your Performance Through Nutrition

  Embarking on a journey towards improved health and fitness entails more than just sweating it out at the gym or pounding the pavement. While the significance of exercise cannot be overstated, another pivotal factor that often goes hand in hand with physical activity is nutrition. Specifically, the timing and composition of your meals before and after training play a crucial role in optimising your workouts and enhancing your results. In this blog post, we'll delve into the importance of eating around your training sessions and explore how strategic nutrition can contribute to your success. Pre-Workout Nutrition: Energise for Excellence Visualise your body as a high-performance car. ....

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  7 Aug 2023

  How I Found A Love Of Group Fitness

  My love of group fitness first came about when I joined an outdoor Bootcamp back in 2007. I’d just relocated to Sydney from the UK, so it provided me with more than just an opportunity to exercise, it gave me a community of people to workout with and develop relationships with. Because I loved it so much, I took a leap of faith and left my full-time job to become a Personal Trainer. I qualified with Cert 3 & 4 in Personal training and launched my own outdoor group training business. They say “if you love what you do, you never work a day” and this is exactly how it was for me. Working with people to feel better about themselves, helping to work towards goals and ....

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