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Resistance Training Exercises
James Luscombe Updated June 05, 2023
Resistance Training Exercises
Resistance training is an effective way to build strength, improve muscle endurance, boost metabolism, and support long-term health. In this blog, fitness expert Heather Walker explains the key benefits of...
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Study Active tutor Heather Walker promotes inclusivity in fitness for Deaf Awareness week
James Luscombe Updated May 25, 2023
Study Active tutor Heather Walker promotes inclusivity in fitness for Deaf Awareness week
Creating an inclusive fitness environment means ensuring every client feels supported, understood, and confident. In this guide, Study Active fitness educator Heather Walker shares practical advice for working with deaf...
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Why Does a Personal Trainer Need Insurance?
Kari Fry Updated June 11, 2026
Why Does a Personal Trainer Need Insurance?
Being a Personal Trainer is all about helping people achieve their goals, but things don't always go to plan. This blog outlines why having insurance is so important, from protecting...
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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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Strength Training for Runners
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
Strength Training for Runners
Strength training can be an important tool for runners to incorporate into their workout routines, helping them to exercise key muscle groups, develop a good core strength and improve endurance....
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The Best Arm Workout for Women
Kari Fry Updated October 13, 2025
The Best Arm Workout for Women
We sat down with Personal Trainer and Study Active assessor Hannah Groves to get her thoughts on toning and strengthening your arms with focused arm exercises and targeted workouts. Introduction...
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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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The Best Ab Workouts for Women
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
The Best Ab Workouts for Women
Ab workouts are often a focus for women in their fitness training and a popular question asked of Personal Trainers is which exercises are the best ones. We caught up...
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Training: Treadmill vs Running Outside
Kari Fry Updated April 16, 2026
Training: Treadmill vs Running Outside
Many people like to include running in their workout routines. We asked Personal Trainer and Study Active assessor Louise Henderson to talk us through some of the differences and benefits...
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Best Exercises to Lose Belly Fat
James Luscombe Updated December 22, 2022
Best Exercises to Lose Belly Fat
A common question asked by clients to Personal Trainers is how they can best lose belly fat. Whilst spot reduction unfortunately does not exist we asked Personal Trainer and Study...
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