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Getting strong is a lifelong pursuit. It starts with regular progressive resistance training, also known as Strength Training. Adding consistent physical activity and health-promoting dietary patterns builds a solid framework for longevity. At Hobart Strength...

We’ve all heard the saying: “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But what does that really mean? There’s an intuitive link between diet and health. Research shows that a healthy diet prevents chronic diseases, promotes mental well-being, and supports healthy...

We’ve all heard the debilitating platitudes like, “you’ll need to take it easier as you get old,” or “it’s all downhill after you turn 30.” How true are they when it comes to getting stronger? Is it really all-for-nothing as you age? It’s recommended that everyone...

Australia is suffering from an overweight and obesity crisis. In 2022, 67.9% of the population had measured waist circumference that put them at an increased risk of disease. Moreover, 65.8% of adults were classified overweight or obese via Body Mass Index (BMI)¹....

In this post-Information Age, technology allows us to track all sorts of health metrics from the convenience of our wrist. Whether it’s your heart rate, energy expended or steps per week, “health” has never been more accessible. Moreover, for those who care about...

We get it, it’s in the name “dead - lift”, sounds scary, doesn’t it? Well, we’re here today to tell you that Deadlifts are a fantastic way to train the muscles on the backside of your body and your grip. This includes the muscles around your upper and mid-back, the...

Strength training often conjures images of huge men and women lifting mammoth weights in a haze of sweat, chalk, and iron, all while listening to Black Sabbath. While this might sound epic to some (like me), it’s not the inviting picture everyone imagines. These...

The Fitness Industry, like many others is a mixed bag of quality products. I'm sure you'd agree that your time, effort and money are valuable to you. So, as a prospective customer, how are you to know which fitness product is best for you? Yoga, Pilates, F-45, Les...

Resistance Training Guidelines are relatively consistent across the board on three main points. They are: 1. Perform Resistance Training 2 - 3 times weekly. 2. train major muscle groups across multiple sets. 3. Use "moderate" or "greater" intensities (1, 2, 3). In...

As the year commences, January seems to tick along at a slow pace. This New Years period offers the perfect opportunity to both reflect and look ahead. For many, it’s a chance to visit (or revisit) some goals. There’s a myriad of possible New Year's resolutions to...