Fitness Next

Look who decided to grace us with his presence this week, just to make sure he still remembered what a deadlift was 👀🤣🤣

Dallin has been busy with work and hasn't been able to make it to the gym as often as I'd like... I mean, as often as *he'd* like 😅

The good news? It turns out muscle memory is a real thing!!

The bad news? He's just reminded me how much I enjoy giving him a hard time 🤣

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Strength isn't only about lifting heavier weights - it's also about learning how to train safely and independently 💪

Ben is practising how to identify the right weight plates and load his own bench press.

One step closer to doing it all himself!

🏀 We mixed up our monthly fitness session today with the Adventures with friends crew!

With the sun shining, we swapped the gym for the basketball court and had an awesome time building skills while staying active.

From bouncing, passing and dribbling to shooting hoops, everyone got involved, challenged themselves and, most importantly, had fun. 💚

Fitness doesn't always have to look the same. Sometimes the best workout is getting outside, trying something different and enjoying it with great friends!

Gym etiquette 101... re-rack your weights!

Lachlan never finishes a set without putting his weights back where they belong.

If Lach can do it... so can you 😉

It's a small habit that shows respect for the next person, the equipment, and the gym. Let's all do our part and leave it ready for the next workout.

It's always a little surreal receiving feedback like this.

I'm incredibly grateful for the kind words and for the opportunity to have a positive impact on the next generation of personal trainers. To know that my experience and passion for inclusive fitness can help shape future coaches is something I never take for granted.

It's also a full-circle moment. This is where I completed my own Personal Training qualification, and it's where I met Sonia, who has since become such an important part of Fitness Next. Funny how one opportunity can lead to so many others.

A huge thank you to Sam and Mal for the trust, the support, and the opportunity to keep sharing what I love. Here's to creating a fitness industry that's more inclusive, more knowledgeable, and more welcoming for everyone 💚🩶

This morning we had no power in the gym... but that definitely didn't stop us 💪

The lights were out, but the workout was still on. Turns out you don't need electricity to build strength!

Life doesn't always give us perfect conditions, but progress comes from adapting, showing up, and getting the work done anyway.

Another great session in the books for Benny!

Oakley: "Do you have a hair tie?"
Cass: "Maaaaybe..."

A few seconds later, one of my hair ties is wrapped around Oakley's hair 💁‍♀️

Hair out of the eyes, weights in the hands, and straight back to work.

This post isn't about THEN and NOW.

It's about showing what can happen when you keep turning up, week after week, month after month.

Progress isn't always obvious when you're living it day-to-day, which is why looking back can be so powerful. Not to compare who you were, but to celebrate how far you've come.

We're incredibly proud of everything Maddi has achieved, and even more proud of the consistency, determination and confidence she's built along the way 💪✨

Ben: "How many?"
Cass: "10......"
Ben proceeds to place both legs on the plate.
Cass: "no no, with 1 leg..."
Ben: 😳

Ben putting in the work, unilateral style, and getting stronger every week.