by Andrew Marshall

How to Encourage Professionalism in Your Fitness Instructors

1.0     Introduction Although this article is primarily focused on those working in the military fitness, fitness boot camp and outdoor fitness sectors the principles can be applied to the wider fitness community. The requirements for working as a fitness professional varies across industries and employers. Health clubs and leisure centres usually hire certified personal trainers,… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

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

by Andrew Marshall

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

by Andrew Marshall

Another Academic Warns About Fitness Boot Camps

In an article by Adelaide Now, University of South Australia Professor of Exercise Kevin Norton said the fitness [Boot Camp] courses could progress too quickly. “It’s one of the most dangerous activities you can do; a lot of injuries I see start with boot camp-style training,” he said. “But it is not just the fault… Read More