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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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Music and Workouts: How Personal Trainers Can Create the Perfect Playlist
Jemma Walsh Updated November 03, 2025
Music and Workouts: How Personal Trainers Can Create the Perfect Playlist
Let’s be real—there’s nothing worse than hitting the gym, getting ready to smash a workout, and then... silence. Or worse, someone else's questionable taste in music (yes, I’m looking at...
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I Was Intrigued as to What is the Best Gym Workout for Rugby Players - Here is What I Found (2026 UPDATE)
Jemma Walsh Updated June 09, 2026
I Was Intrigued as to What is the Best Gym Workout for Rugby Players - Here is What I Found (2026 UPDATE)
Edited by Liam Huggins - Fitness Blogger Rugby is a full-contact sport, and no, I’m not just talking about friendly high-fives. It’s about power, endurance, and resilience. A solid gym...
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I Was Curious About How Amino Acids Could Help Muscle Growth - So I Researched it and Here are my Findings (2026 UPDATE)
Jemma Walsh Updated June 09, 2026
I Was Curious About How Amino Acids Could Help Muscle Growth - So I Researched it and Here are my Findings (2026 UPDATE)
Edited by Liam Huggins - Fitness Blogger Alright, let’s get into it! If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard all the buzz about amino acids and how they’re the magic...
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How to Create a Home Gym
Jemma Walsh Updated April 16, 2026
How to Create a Home Gym
Whilst a gym membership has long been seen as the standard action to take in order to get fit, since the pandemic (when gyms closed) the concept of a home...
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Plyometrics Workout: A Guide to Plyometric Exercises
Hannah Groves Updated November 09, 2023
Plyometrics Workout: A Guide to Plyometric Exercises
  (Article by Hannah Groves with Kelly O’Regan) Plyometrics can be a great form of exercise especially when wanting to add in power and speed into workouts. Hannah Groves asked...
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Functional Strength Training
Kari Fry Updated October 13, 2025
Functional Strength Training
We use our bodies every day in a myriad of ways, such as lifting and carrying, bending, sitting, and stretching. But how often do we think about those muscles and...
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Post Workout Stretches: The Best Stretches After a Workout
Kari Fry Updated October 16, 2025
Post Workout Stretches: The Best Stretches After a Workout
Have you ever been tempted to skip those post workout stretches? Wondering which stretches are best for each area of your body after a workout? We spoke to Study Active...
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The Best Tricep Exercises for Women
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
The Best Tricep Exercises for Women
Incorporating tricep exercises into your workout routine can provide a number of benefits, and there are many different exercises you can choose from to mix up your workouts each week....
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Strength Training Exercises for Women Over 50
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
Strength Training Exercises for Women Over 50
Strength training can provide many benefits, and for women over 50 it can be a great tool to add into their fitness routine. We spoke to Personal Trainer Karen King...
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Barbell Workout for Women
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
Barbell Workout for Women
We sat down with Personal Trainer and Study Active assessor Louise to get her thoughts on barbell exercises and how to create a winning barbell workout. Introduction to Barbell Workouts...
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Effective Kettlebell Workouts
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
Effective Kettlebell Workouts
We asked Personal Trainer and Study Active assessor Rebecca Ireland to share her advice and recommendations for getting the most out of using kettlebells and creating effective kettlebell workouts. IMPORTANT:...
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How to Gain Muscle
Kari Fry Updated October 13, 2025
How to Gain Muscle
Many people often enter the gym or work with a personal trainer with the goal of gaining muscle. We spoke with Personal Trainer and Study Active assessor Colin Archer to...
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