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Hannah Feeney |
Top 10 Mistakes New Personal Trainers Make (& How to Avoid Them)
Starting a career as a personal trainer is exciting but early mistakes can slow your progress. In this blog, we break down the top 10 mistakes new personal trainers make...
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Hannah Feeney |
A Crash Course in Goal Setting: Why the Journey Matters More Than the Destination
This article explores why traditional goal setting often fails in coaching and fitness - not because people lack motivation, but because goals are too focused on the destination rather than...
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Hannah Feeney |
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...
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Hannah Feeney |
Fitness Trends Dominating 2026: What’s Hot on Social & What You Should Try Next
From viral workouts on TikTok to fast-growing sports reshaping the fitness industry, 2026 is all about movement with purpose, community, and variety. Our latest trend round-up explores what’s hot right...
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Hannah Feeney |
Wellness in 2026: Why Rest, Recovery & Mindful Movement Are Now Non‑Negotiable
Wellness in 2026 is redefining fitness by prioritising rest, recovery, and mindful movement over burnout and intensity. With growing focus on nervous system regulation, sleep, somatic movement, and low-impact training...
Gym setting 2 people, one sat on a bench the other sat on the floor laughing
Hannah Feeney |
Top 10 Mistakes New Trainers Make and How to Avoid Them
Starting your career as a personal trainer is exciting but full of challenges. In this blog, we break down the top 10 mistakes new trainers make — from assuming qualifications...
International Wellness Day: From PT to Wellness Coach
Carly Wallace |
International Wellness Day: From PT to Wellness Coach
International Wellness Day invites us to pause and think about what it really means to feel well, not just fit. For many fitness professionals, it is also a reminder that...
Introducing the Career Growth Accelerator
Carly Wallace |
Introducing the Career Growth Accelerator
Introducing the Career Growth Accelerator Graduating is just the beginning. Study Active’s Career Growth Accelerator has been created to help you turn your qualification into a long-term, rewarding career in the health...
image of a gym setting focused on the colourful collection of kettlebells
Hannah Feeney |
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...
Start 2026 Strong: Why December Is the Ultimate Month to Become a Personal Trainer
Hannah Feeney |
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 2026 Strong:...
Image of a man with parkinsons disease siting on a sock with a walking cane in one and and his other had seizing up
Carly Wallace |
The Growing Need for Parkinson's Exercise Specialists
Support People with Parkinson’s Through the Power of Exercise Exercise is one of the most effective ways to help people with Parkinson’s stay mobile, confident and independent and trained fitness...
Study Active x PerformX Live — Why You Can’t Miss This
Hannah Feeney |
Study Active x PerformX Live — Why You Can’t Miss This
If you’re serious about turning your passion for fitness into a career, scaling up as a personal trainer, or making waves in the fitness industry - mark your calendar. This...
3 lady's between the ages of 50 to 70 smiling
Hannah Feeney |
How Personal Trainers Can Tailor Exercise, Nutrition & Lifestyle for Midlife Women
Menopause awareness is rising fast, and with more women seeking targeted support, personal trainers have a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Menopausal clients face distinct challenges - from...