When we talk about resistance training, most people picture barbells, protein shakes and twenty-somethings flexing in the mirror. Rarely does the conversation start with someone in their seventies squatting confidently or doing a solid chest press on the gym floor. But maybe it’s time that changed. Because resistance training isn’t…
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Time off happens. Whether it’s due to injury, illness, a holiday gone on too long, or just life getting in the way, even the most motivated clients (and coaches) sometimes end up skipping training. What comes next? Usually, a slightly panicked look at the mirror or the squat rack, followed…
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What Muscle Science Says About Fat-Burning, Stress, and Adaptation For years, the fitness world has gone back and forth on the question, should men and women train differently? Some say women should lift lighter and do more reps. Others argue that men should avoid cardio if they want to keep…
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It’s one of the most common misconceptions trainers hear from clients, usually mumbled while pinching a bicep or eyeing the guy curling next to them: “I’m just not built for muscle.” Or worse, “I’ve got skinny bones. It’s not worth trying.” If you’ve been coaching long enough, you’ve probably heard…
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Just a few years ago, no one could have predicted quite how popular online personal training (and online personal training courses!) would become. Fast forward to 2025 and the fitness industry has seen a huge shift, with online training not only being accepted but for some clients being a preference….
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When we think about menopause in the fitness space, we often focus on the physical. There’s weight gain to consider, changes in body composition, the battle to maintain strength and bone density. But what if we’re missing something just as important. Something that could be affecting a client’s consistency, energy…
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Let’s explore an important aspect of training programmes that often goes unnoticed, the impact of the menstrual cycle on client performance. Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or just getting started, understanding how menstrual cycles influence performance, recovery and overall wellbeing can make a significant difference in how effectively you coach…
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One of the most common concerns I hear from women when they first start training is, “I want to get stronger, but I really don’t want to get bulky.” It’s an understandable worry. For years, the idea that lifting weights would automatically lead to big, bulky muscles has shaped the…
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Frailty might not be the sexiest topic in fitness, but it’s an important one, especially if you’re working with clients over 40. Most people think of frailty as something that only affects the very elderly or those in care homes. But in reality, it starts earlier and progresses gradually. Reduced…
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What do you want to achieve as a personal trainer? If your answer is to “make it big”, whatever that might mean for you, here are a few tips to help you achieve your goal in less time. Develop Your Expertise as a Personal Trainer There are experts in every…
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