Posts Tagged ‘melbourne fitness coach’
why train with kettlebells ?
The reason why I love training with kettlebells is they are an extreme all round fitness-you can always progress and improve your workout the fact that the shape and compact size makes this piece of equipment very unique. For those not aware of the kettlebell there you can allow safety acceleration it on the way…
Read Moreswing for strength
The swing is the foundation of effective Russian Kettlebell training.It dramatically improves one’s performance in most sports ranging from running to martial arts to powerlifting. My own research shows the kettlebell swings improves your balalnce and posture and a great overall fat burners,when performing the swing a few things need to be considered such as…
Read MoreBest way to chin up
As shown here with Danni the chin up can be used as a back and arm accessory exercise, much like the pull up, to increase arm and back pulling strength, increase muscle hypertrophy of the back and biceps, and improve grip strength and muscle endurance necessary for heavy lifts or grip dependent exercise. Being able to move your…
Read MoreDecide and do
The route to success in any area of life can be summed up in a simple, easy-to-remember formula. Decide what you wish to do, and then do it just like our client Angie she has been a great supporter of our services for over 12 month’s. That may seem entirely obvious, and indeed it is.…
Read More5 tips for staying active this winter
1. Take up a winter sport. If you’re a competitive type, why not try a new winter sport? From skiing to snowshoeing, there are many great options that burn mega calories and put a whole new twist on your cold-weather workout plans. 2. Get creative at home. Sure, getting to the gym can be more of a hassle…
Read MoreWhy I love being a personal trainer
Why I Love Being A Personal Trainer? Here are 9 main reasons why I LOVE my job as a personal trainer.
Read MoreLadies Listen to YOUR Body -Portion sizes !
Everyone women that I train has different strengths, weaknesses, and eating patterns. I tell my ladies that you will only become successful when you learn to respond to your own feelings and not to what someone else says is right for you. It is critical that you learn how to be aware of and attend to both feelings…
Read MoreDetermination
What is the difference between desperation and determination? The difference comes from having a positive, meaningful direction. The energy of desperation is wasted on self-pity and negativity. That can lead to destructive behavior, which only makes the sense of desperation worse. Yet by choosing a positive orientation, you can always transform the self-defeating energy of…
Read MoreIntensity or Insanity
QUESTION: Do you think that the intensity of your workout is “THE THING” that gives you results or is it more about being consistent with your workouts? I like doing these kind of workouts, but I’m having a hard time pushing myself that hard every day and I’m finding now that I’m starting to dread doing…
Read MoreCreative visualisation
This is a technique in which you use your thoughts and imagination to bring you closer to achieving your goals and creating what you want in life.When we visualise we act,and our subconscious mind interprets imagery as equivalent to a real life action,put simply,as if it already happened,and this helps our intention move from imagination…
Read MoreFibrous carbs very effective for fat loss !
Did you know that fibrous carbs are extremely beneficial for 4 reasons: a.) they are low in calories, b.) they are high in fiber, c.) they have almost no adverse affects on insulin, and d.) they are loaded with vitamins and minerals and other nutrients that fight off illness and disease. So then why shouldn’t…
Read MoreHow I Gained Lean Muscle in 12 weeks !
For me as a seasoned Personal Trainer this 12 week challenge is all about sharing my journey and making it as easy as possible for you to succeed. As a personal trainer and business owner my time is valuable so i wanted to think about the most user-friendly program ever for me ! In 12…
Read More7 lessons to achieving any previously elusive fitness goal
There are 7 lessons from James success story that I want to share with you because even if you have a different personal history than James, these 7 lessons are the keys to achieving any previously elusive fitness goal for the first time and I really think they apply to everyone. 1. Set the big…
Read Morewhat PT’s eat before their morning workouts!
When you jump out of bed at the buzz of your alarm for an early morning workout, eating breakfast might be the last thing on your mind. But after fasting all night, your energy stores are depleted — and the last thing you want to hear during a gruelling workout is your stomach growl. f…
Read MoreHow to be a successful maintainer
MY TOP 5 TIPS TO BE A SUCCESSFUL MAINTAINER 1. Increase your total daily activity level, including formal exercise as well as sports, physical work or recreational activity. Exercise improves weight loss, but more importantly, it is critical for weight maintenance. 2. Decrease sedentary recreational activities by cutting back on TV watching, computer games and…
Read MoreThe ups and downs of a bodybuilder’s journey
It was a few years ago when i decided to grace the stage after just turning 50 it was a long life quest to hold a title of Mr Australia in my division,not only did I do that I ended up winning the Mr Australia Asia and here are a few tips I learn’t on…
Read Morewhy is so hard to loose weight
Fred Why Is It So BLOODY Hard To Make Healthy Behaviour Changes was a question thrown at me recently ? It started me to think that could it be something as simple as the way we spell a word hold a hidden clue to why we have so much trouble making healthy behaviour changes? But…
Read MorePower of focus and having fun
Is there something that’s distracting you and keeping you from staying focused?Perhaps your pissed off with life(we all been there) There will always be some distraction or another, story from stopping you getting what you truly deserve in life but you never have to give in to those distractions. I found that the way to…
Read MoreGet a goal and you’ll make it happen
As a competitive amateur Bodybuilder I’ve learnt that Sometimes it can be truly helpful and enlightening to wander without a clear destination and to explore new territory. Yet if that’s all you ever do, all that enlightenment will never be put to use. When you give yourself a clear, specific goal, your actions take on…
Read More5 simple ways to boost your metabolism
In My previous article here i discussed if some people are born with fast metabolism Can You Speed up Your Metabolism to Lose Weight? Weight loss isn’t only about eating fewer calories. Effective weight loss programs also include strategies to speed up metabolism. Fortunately, there are multiple ways you can do this. Below are 5 simple methods.…
Read MoreAre protein supplements really better than protein foods?
The biggest advantage of protein supplements when people ask me is that not that they can build more muscle than chicken or egg whites or any other whole food protein, the biggest advantage is convenience. It is easier to drink a protein shake than it is to buy, prepare, cook and eat poultry, fish or…
Read More“calories in” versus “calories out” equation
If people don’t understand the “calories in” versus “calories out” equation, they’re not going to lose fat and will mistakenly think that there’s a cause and effect relationship between specific foods and gaining fat. Many people think eating pizza or a burger or chocolate equals getting fat. It doesn’t. It’s not a cause and effect…
Read MoreTo be a champion
The last three or four reps is what makes the muscle grow. This area of pain divides the champion from someone else who is not a champion. That’s what most people lack, having the guts to go on and just say they’ll go through the pain no matter what happens is a famous quote by…
Read MoreIs your metabolism beyond repair
If you’ve caused metabolic damage as a result of following starvation diets or losing weight too rapidly in the past, it can be extremely difficult to achieve any further fat loss at all. The good news is, metabolic damage can be repaired. All it takes is the right combination of metabolism stimulating exercise and metabolism…
Read More3 Things Most People Don’t Know About Weight Loss Success
In this article we’ll continue to investigate why 96% of all weight loss efforts end in failure, and how you can be among the 4% who succeed. 1. Weight Loss Success Is NOT About What You’re Eating — But What’s Eating You Losing weight and keeping it off has nothing to do with what you’re…
Read MoreFrank’s Mental Training Tactics For Health And Fitness Success
Success is a consistent pattern more than it is an isolated event. It is the way you live rather than some object or experience you acquire. In fact, the way to truly have success is to be success just like my client Frank who dropped 9kgs in 4 weeks. Success is yours when you persistently…
Read More4 WAYS TO DEVELOP A POSITIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD
Here are four ways to overcome food guilt and shame to cultivate a better relationship with food once and for all: Because food is a huge part of our social lives, it’s not realistic to skip happy hours, birthdays, weddings and almost every event. If you catch yourself feeling guilt or shame, first come up…
Read More4 Top Tips for Conquering Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is such an unconscious act, they often don’t even realise they’re doing it. For many of us, that mindless munching can sabotage even the best-laid healthy-eating plan. While it isn’t realistic to think you can banish every single emotional eating episode, it is possible to cut back on this behavior. But you first…
Read MoreFollow the “Fist/Palm/Thumb Rule”see the fat melt away
We tell our client’s that you can eat all the right foods at the right times, but if you’re eating too much, it’s going to be tough to lose fat. So, I want you to work on the following strategy to ensure that you have the right portions at each meal just like our client.…
Read More2 Common Weight-Loss “Tricks” That Can Backfire
You don’t have to look too far to see the latest diet gimmicks promising quick and easy weight loss. To set things straight, we’ve debunked some of the most popular weight-loss tricks that frequently backfire EATING “CLEAN” ALL OF THE TIMESwearing off sweets and junk food, eliminating processed foods and getting back to the basics with…
Read MoreBuild a bigger chest with this quick Tip !
Push-ups: Is the one body weight chest exercise to rule them all. I like to cranks quick and fast reps at least 60 reps in around a minute in total in as few sets as possible. Do as many as you can and rest briefly, if needed, and then continue riding the gain train. Tip: Note…
Read MoreBringing sexy back !
For Margarita she developed great back muscles as a late bloomer we thought we would share some of her great tips Train your back at least once per week, if not twice. Remember, we want to build a balanced, symmetrical physique. So if you’ve been skipping back day, it’s time to re-focus. I always use…
Read MoreAre your Bicep’s pumped for muscle growth ?
The pump is the short-term sensation you experience during training when your muscles fill up with blood faster than the blood can leave the area, making the muscles appear fuller and larger. It’s a tight, swelled feeling, often accompanied by an increase in vascularity. Pump workouts generally involve medium (8-12) or higher (13-20+) repetitions, supersets/trisets/giant…
Read MoreThere is no “miracle “weight loss plan out there !
So if your open to the TRUTH,if you will accept what doctors have been saying for years and years,then I will show you the easiest,most painless and most powerful weight loss and fitness program ever. You may not believe it now but losing weight and getting fit is not as difficult as you think.Anyone can…
Read MoreRevealed 4 secret’s to finally achieving the weight loss and fitness results you want !
Secret 1 Making a simple commitment to your exercise Program The real secret is quite simple and I’ll distil it for you right here :Eat four to five small healthy meals per day and perform a combination of aerobic and resistance training exercise for 45 minutes three times a week.Take our your calendar right now…
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