I think this is a difficult question to answer due to the fact that the term ‘Boot Camp’ means different things to different people. However, not one to shy away from an academic argument, I would say that the following links provide a good starting point: Page: Must Haves and Red Flags; Page: Principles of Good Instruction;… Read More
Scottish Referendum & The Fitness Industry
What impact, if any, will the Scottish Referendum have on the military fitness market, or even the wider fitness industry?
Workers, Employees & the Self-Employed: Confused?
Employment law can be quite confusing, more so in the area of employment status. The above diagram should provide some clarity! Remember, courts give more credence to what happens in reality than what is written in the contract. View the Contracts section of the blog for further insight.
Some More Tips for Successfully Completing Boot Camp!
A slightly different take on yesterdays seven tips for successfully completing boot camp, or any other intense training experience, with some advice by WikiHow which suggests there are 10 tips: Talk to a military recruiter Get all the benefits that the government is offering Do not lie about drug use and criminal records Prepare yourself for… Read More
Thinking of Starting an Outdoor Fitness Company?
If you are thinking of starting your own outdoor fitness, fitness boot camp or military fitness company then you might want to look at this article written in 2012 by Cat Smiley. The article covers: Ask Yourself: What Kind of Trainer Are You? Build a Business Plan Around Your Passions Defining Your Brand Play to… Read More
Fitness Australia: Outdoor Training Guidelines
Fitness Australia’s Outdoor Training Guidelines is a 3-page (short but succinct) document, published in September 2013, which provides guidance on the following: Duty of Care; Professional Skill, Qualification and Continuing Education; Risk Management; Planning and Delivery; Professional and Ethical Practice; and Additional Resources. Fitness Australia is the national health and fitness industry association and is committed… Read More
Public Park or Private Gym: Boot Camps or Bloody Nuisance?
In an article on ‘The Conversation’ website, Jason Byrne talks about some of the potential and actual problems and conflicts of having Fitness Boot Camps in local parks. The article is presented in neutral prose and briefly chats about some of the pros and cons. It’s only a brief article but if you want to… Read More
Boot Camp & Military Fitness Institute 