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Practical strength, nutrition, recovery and motivation advice from the ANT coaches in Altona North.
Strength training in Altona North: What to look for in a quality gym
If you’re searching for strength training in Altona North, you’ve probably already realised there are plenty of options out there.
Strength training for busy parents
Busy parent in Altona North? Learn how 2-3 strength & conditioning sessions per week can build strength, fitness and consistency…
A strength training guide for women over 40 (perimenopause + menopause)
Menopause and exercise made simple. Learn how strength training supports muscle, bone, energy and body composition-plus how to…
Strength training with injuries (back, knee & shoulder)
Can you strength train with back, knee or shoulder pain? Yes-with smart modifications. Learn safe training principles from Altona…
The science behind getting stronger (without getting hurt)
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m training… but I’m not really improving,” there’s a good chance you’re missing one key ingredient…
How to get back into fitness after a long break
If you’re getting back into fitness after a long break, you’re not alone and you’re not “starting from zero.” You’re starting…
Strength training for beginners over 35: A safe, simple guide (Altona North)
If you’re over 35 and thinking about getting stronger, you’re in the right place. A lot of people assume strength training is…
Why strength training matters in your 30s, 40s & 50s.
Why strength training matters in your 30s, 40s & 50s. Evidence-based benefits for strength, function, bone health, and longevity.
Overcoming gym intimidation
Walking into a gym after months or years away from structured exercise can feel overwhelming. You're not alone in feeling this…
Lost your motivation to train?
Feeling thrown off by all these long weekends and school holidays and social events? Never fear, we have some tricks to motivate…
Does what time you train matter?
It’s an age-old debate… should we exercise in the morning or evening? And does it really make a difference to your results?…
Macros, explained
We’ve all demonised one or two macros at some point, convinced it’s the thing holding us back from our goals(hello, low carb…
Understanding what true selfcare is
Had a bad day? Netflix, wine and takeaway on the couch is just what the doctor ordered. Go on, it’s just practising good…
Why you’re making more progress than you think!
In the fitness world, we can get caught up in numbers. “What’s your body fat percentage?” “How much can you squat?” “How many…
Why stress could be the missing link between you and your health goals?
You’re training regularly, you’ve adjusted your nutrition habits, dialled back the booze and increased your daily step count… and…
Succeed in our habit challenge with our tips!
You want to stop snacking after dinner. Or maybe you want to start heading to the gym four times a week instead of two, or reduce…
Forget being perfect - embrace “all or something”
You’ve heard of the term “all or nothing mindset” - but do you know if you are currently stuck in it? All or nothing thinking is…
Set yourself up for training success with our tips
If you’re not feeling your best during or after your training session, you may be missing something crucial in your pre or post…
Turn your snacking habits around!
One of the most common goals you guys set in our recent habit challenge was to stop snacking. But the thing is, snacking in…
How regular massage can help you feel your best !!
We tend to look at massage as some kind of luxury item. Something you do once in a blue moon as a treat, or something to enjoy…
Do you struggle to stay motivated in your training?
Coined by James Clear in his book ‘Atomic Habits’, the Goldilocks Rule stipulates that we experience peak motivation when we work…
Fitness myths - busted!
How many of these do you believe? We all want to get the most out of our sessions - but you don’t have to smash yourself every…
Supplements - do I need them?
We all love the thought that we can take a pill or a potion and it will magically solve our problems. Unfortunately, this is not…
Five habits sabotaging your health goals
Don’t let these common mistakes derail your progress. Feeling like you’re on the right track, but not quite getting the results…
Five ways to measure progress
That aren’t your weight! You’ve been hitting your step count everyday, eating your veggies, drinking your water and smashing your…
How exercising with a mate can help you stay on track long-term
While improving our fitness and health is a personal journey, there’s strong evidence that shows training with a friend or in a…
You can enjoy the festivities without losing your strength and fitness!
Of course, there’s going to be lots of social events over the next few weeks. That doesn’t mean the fitness and strength you’ve…
Myzone belt - how to use it and take care of it
About half of our ANT’ers are already using a MyZone heart rate belt during their workouts. How great are they?! They’re…
Is it really that simple? We take a closer look…
We all understand the basic principle of energy balance in the body - take in more than you burn and you’ll gain weight, or take…
Reduce pain and stiffness pronto!
Ever been so sore you can’t sit down without pain, or lift your arms above your head? Yep, us too. Being sore is part of the…
Sneaky ways sugar appears in your everyday foods
We all know that sugar isn’t supposed to form a huge part of our everyday diet - however, even if you are trying to cut your…
Morning vs evening sessions - we put them to the test
It’s an age-old debate… should we exercise in the morning or evening? And does it really make a difference to your results?…
Thrown off by long weekends and school holidays? How to get back into the gym
You want to keep to your training schedule. You have the best intentions at the start of every week - but somehow that long term…
How exercise changes your body, mind and… genetics?
We exercise for all sorts of reasons. Some do it feel good in their bodies, some feel it improves their mental health or stress…
Is your metabolism actually slow?
A sluggish metabolism often gets the blame for the kilos creeping on (or refusing to melt off). But is our metabolism really at…
Your first session can be tomorrow.
The 21 Day Experience is $129, no lock-in, and it starts the day you choose. Come 3 times in your first week and if it's not for you, we refund it.