7 tips for staying fit as a mum
When you have kids, finding time to exercise can be a challenge! FIAFitnation's Senior Trainer Alicia Turner shares her top seven tips for how you can squeeze exercise in while you also care for your children.
What is plant-based living?
Plant-based living is more than just the food we eat. It encompasses an entire lifestyle - from the clothes we wear to the products we buy. Head Trainer Sophie Scott explores what the misconceptions of plant-based living are and why this lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular with Australians.
Getting to where you want to be through fitness study
Having previously completed a Certificate III in Fitness elsewhere, Chris Samman found that FIAFitnation's PT Express course is what finally got him to where he wanted to be in the fitness industry.
The ‘Back to School’ approach to a healthy lifestyle
If you are the kind of person who expects to reach all your health and fitness goals in the shortest time possible, this is for you! One of our alumna explains why taking a 'back to school' approach could be the best thing for you.
Returning to fitness and nutrition study after having children
It was feeding her children that prompted Elise Brattoni to return to study, more than 12 years after finishing her original fitness qualification. This time, she chose nutritional coaching and was determined to help people understand how nutrition plays a big role in their overall wellbeing.
How to eat more sustainably
Sustainable eating is one of the trends we expect to see continuing to rise in popularity, especially considering the influx of plant-based products appearing on supermarket shelves. We’ve outlined a few simple changes you can implement into your lifestyle that will keep you feeling good without costing the earth.
Fine-tuning her fitness and nutrition skills with a Nutrition Coach course
Like many mums, Nikki Auckland’s health and fitness went out the window when her children were young. Seeking her GP's advice, Nikki was surprised when her GP explained that she had anxiety and depression symptoms. She realised she needed to prioritise her health and fitness.
The risks of sitting too much (and how to combat them)
Did you know Australians sit for almost 10 hours a day? Avoid the health risks that come with a sedentary lifestyle by adopting some of our helpful tips.
5 simple ways to turn your sandwiches into healthy lunches
Sandwiches are one of the easiest ways to get a serve of wholegrains, vegetables, protein and legumes in just a few bites.
Bridging the gap between fitness and allied health professionals
For fitness professionals looking to stand out, FIAFitnation has a new course – the HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy).
How to read nutrition labels
Taste and price typically drive our food purchases. But what about the health factor? And how do we even work that out?
Should I eat before or after working out?
The short answer is that it depends. The long answer is that the type of workout you are doing and the length of time you are planning to exercise is what will ultimately define when you should eat.
