Training guides
Plain-English articles on training safely and getting results that last, based on Australian guidelines and reviewed by a qualified fitness professional.
Getting started
10-minute movement breaks for desk workers
Sitting all day? Simple movement breaks you can do at work, with no gym gear and no change of clothes, plus how to make them a habit.
13 October 2026 · 3 min read
Beginner strength training: how to start (and keep going)
New to strength training? What to do in your first weeks, how often to train, how hard to work and how to know when to progress.
13 October 2026 · 3 min read
How much exercise do you need? Australia's guidelines explained
The Australian Government's physical activity guidelines in plain English, with simple ways to fit them into a busy week.
4 October 2026 · 3 min read
Training
Home workouts with no equipment: a beginner's guide
You don't need a gym to get stronger. How to build an effective bodyweight workout at home, with a simple routine to start with.
4 October 2026 · 4 min read
Why a 13-week plan beats random workouts
Progressive overload explained: why doing the same workout forever stops working, and how a planned program keeps you improving.
4 October 2026 · 3 min read
Active Ageing
Strength and balance training after 65: how to start safely
Why strength and balance matter more as we age, what Australia's guidelines recommend for over-65s, and simple ways to get started.
4 October 2026 · 4 min read
Safety
Pre-exercise screening: what the health questions are for
Why trainers and gyms ask health questions before you start, what the Australian screening tool covers, and what happens if you answer yes.
4 October 2026 · 3 min read
Young people
Strength training for teenagers: a guide for Australian parents
Is strength training safe for teenagers? What Australia's guidelines say, the myths to ignore, and how to get your teen started safely.
4 October 2026 · 3 min read