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Hannah Feeney Updated February 02, 2026
My Reasons Why Small Group Personal Training: A Win-Win for Trainers & Clients
Small Group Personal Training combines expert coaching, motivation, and community - delivering better results for clients and a more sustainable business model for personal trainers. Clients benefit from personalised support at...
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Hannah Feeney Updated December 15, 2025
The Power of Kettlebells: The Fitness Tool You’re Missing
  When was the last time you did a workout that gave you strength, burned fat, improved posture, and boosted mobility - all in one go? If the answer is “too...
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Start 2026 Strong: Why December Is the Ultimate Month to Become a Personal Trainer
Hannah Feeney Updated December 10, 2025
Start 2026 Strong: Why December Is the Ultimate Month to Become a Personal Trainer
Thinking of changing careers in the New Year? December might just be the smartest - and most strategic - time to start your journey into the fitness industry. In “Start...
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11 Reasons Why You Should Become a Personal Trainer
Hannah Feeney Updated November 07, 2025
11 Reasons Why You Should Become a Personal Trainer
Thinking about a career change or side hustle in fitness? This in-depth guide explores 11 powerful reasons why becoming a Personal Trainer could be the best decision you’ll ever make....
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Why Pilates Has Become the Go-To Workout for Everyone: The Trend Explained
Hannah Feeney Updated September 30, 2025
Why Pilates Has Become the Go-To Workout for Everyone: The Trend Explained
  From A-List Celebrities to your next-door neighbours, Pilates seems to be everywhere - but why is this low-impact workout suddenly so popular? Once considered a niche studio practice, Pilates...
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Hannah Feeney Updated July 25, 2025
The Truth About Online Study: Busting the 3 Biggest Myths
Thinking about studying online - but not sure it’s for you? Online learning has opened the doors for thousands of people to retrain, upskill, and build new careers. This can...
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Studio cycling Instructor vs. Personal Trainer: Which Career Is Right for You? (2026 UPDATE)
Jemma Walsh Updated July 27, 2026
Studio cycling Instructor vs. Personal Trainer: Which Career Is Right for You? (2026 UPDATE)
Choosing between becoming a studio cycling instructor or personal trainer? This blog explores both career paths, looking at qualifications required, day to day responsibilities and opportunities within the role. It...
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Great Paying Personal Training Jobs with No Prior Experience (2026 UPDATE)
Jemma Walsh Updated July 27, 2026
Great Paying Personal Training Jobs with No Prior Experience (2026 UPDATE)
Starting your career in personal training doesn't always require years of experience. This blog explores examples of well-paid personal training roles suitable for beginners. It highlights how the right qualifications,...
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What are the Best Personal Training Courses in the UK?
Jonathan Buffard Updated June 15, 2026
What are the Best Personal Training Courses in the UK?
Choosing the correct personal training course is very important for your career. This blog explores some of the best personal training qualifications available in the UK when considering course content,...
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I Researched the 30 Highest Paying Jobs in the UK in 2024 - Here is What I Found (2026 UPDATE)
Jonathan Buffard Updated June 11, 2026
I Researched the 30 Highest Paying Jobs in the UK in 2024 - Here is What I Found (2026 UPDATE)
This blog discusses 30 of the highest-paying jobs in the UK across industries such as finance, fitness, healthcare, technology and more. It highlights typical salary ranges, key responsibilities and qualifications...
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10 of the Best Weight Training Exercises for Beginners
James Luscombe Updated October 13, 2022
10 of the Best Weight Training Exercises for Beginners
Starting strength training can feel overwhelming, but building a solid foundation is key to long-term success. In this guide, Study Active fitness expert Chris Walsh explains why weight training is...
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Funding your course with an Advanced Learner Loan
James Luscombe Updated October 24, 2021
Funding your course with an Advanced Learner Loan
This blog discusses how the Advanced Learner Loan can help you fund your fitness qualification without paying upfront costs. It covers who is eligible, how the loan works and what...
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Why personal trainers with a Level 3 or Level 4 nutrition qualification should not be writing meal plans or providing non-generic or specialist advice - Study Active - Personal Trainer Courses
James Luscombe Updated June 11, 2026
Can Personal Trainers Write Meal Plans? Understanding the Limits of Level 3, 4 and 5 Nutrition Qualifications
Can personal trainers write meal plans with a Level 3, 4, or 5 nutrition qualification? The answer may surprise you. In this article, Study Active and the Association for Nutrition...
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