Ideal Athlete Personal Training

If you’ve been looking at signing up to a gym but don’t know where to start, what you should be doing or just lack the confidence…

🫵 this is for you!

For this month only, sign up for a 4 week intensive where I will teach you:
- Where to start as a beginner
- How to build your own workout routine
- How to progress that routine as you improve
- Proper exercise form
- How to train for your individual goals
- How to eat to achieve your goals
- Plus much more

Contact me directly or message ideal athlete personal training on Facebook or Instagram

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I heard this quote from a popular entrepreneur and it’s stuck with me ever since

It also made me think:

Wouldn’t you feel a greater sense of accomplishment by achieving success despite being tired and stressed?

The difference is quite a lot 🤔

Don’t get me wrong, cardio is SUPER important for overall health, especially the cardiovascular system.

But when it comes to just fat loss, you’ve been lied to. There’s just better options

We aren’t doing it intentionally I swear 🤷‍♂️
This one’s for those who don’t speak our language.
There will be a few parts on this.
If you have a question, let me know in the comments or DM

Another Athlete client post, meet .amidzovski

Delta is currently the national record holder and champ for 100m hurdles (recently beating Sally Pearsons record 😳) and long jump

Delta has only recently jumped into strength and conditioning (2-3 months since starting) but has already seen huge jumps in strength and total body control.

Deltas S+C goal is to reduce injury rate, increase power and explosiveness and increase eccentric strength + body control

Can’t wait to see what 2023 has in store for her, let’s hope she gets the opportunity to represent at the youth commonwealth games!

If you’re in a sport and you’re after results like Delta’s, hit me up and we can get started 💪

Why do I think strength training is a priority for any sport? 👇

The first reason and the most important reason is injury reduction and prevention. It’s quite simple, stronger bones and joints + muscle and soft tissue with the ability to withstand vigorous activity = less damage.

The reason injury prevention is so important (even in sports where skill beats athletic performance) is because:

No injuries = longevity
and
Longevity = more overall time for skills to develop

The second reason is performance.
A) When you have 2 athletes with the same skill level, the more physically prepared will come out on top
B) Being stronger means it takes less energy to move your body (or someone else’s), meaning less strain on your cardio system

The next reason is because building your strength leads to skills training sessions becoming less strenuous on your body, meaning you take in more mentally and can complete more reps.

If any of this doesn’t make sense, let me know in the comments or DM me, I’ll be happy to help you out

If you’re looking to improve your strength and take on all the benefits with it, hit me up and I’ll get you started 💪

Why do I think strength training is a priority for any sport? 👇

The first reason and the most important reason is injury reduction and prevention. It’s quite simple, stronger bones and joints + muscle and soft tissue with the ability to withstand vigorous activity = less damage.

The reason injury prevention is so important (even in sports where skill beats athletic performance) is because:

No injuries = longevity
and
Longevity = more overall time for skills to develop

The second reason is performance.
A) When you have 2 athletes with the same skill level, the more physically prepared will come out on top
B) Being stronger means it takes less energy to move your body (or someone else’s), meaning less strain on your cardio system

The next reason is because building your strength leads to skills training sessions becoming less strenuous on your body, meaning you take in more mentally and can complete more reps.

If any of this doesn’t make sense, let me know in the comments or DM me, I’ll be happy to help you out

If you’re looking to improve your strength and take on all the benefits with it, hit me up and I’ll get you started 💪

Meet Palu, one of my athlete clients 🥇

Palu plays for the south coast dragons, Avondale (union) and whatever other team he can fit in his schedule

He started training with me just over 6 months ago with the goal of increasing cardio and athleticism for rugby league

Since then, he’s exploded his strength potential, increasing his total body strength by at least 30% in every movement while simultaneously training to increase that strength into explosive power.

But strength + power is only the start, he’s also seen a noticeable increase in cardio, agility and now rarely gets sore from training/playing

Palu has crazy potential for someone at just 18 years old and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for palu over the next year.

If you’re someone looking for results like Palu, hit me up and let’s get started 💪

🏃🏻‍♂️If you’re reading this, pay attention! 👇

This weekend (18/3), my brother and these legends are embarking on a 7 day back to back run to support the

They will ultimately run from Newcastle to Dubbo over 7 days and they need your support to keep them motivated. All money raised goes to the black dog institute to tackle mental health

Hit the link to donate!

https://www.teamblackdog.org.au/fundraisers/connoretcell

If you can’t donate, sharing this post and giving their page a follow will help a heap!

Use this easy trick to develop more explosive power over time 👇
A recent study examined the effects of eccentric overload training on lower body strength and power in collegiate soccer players over an 8 week block.
The study found that incorporating this method, which is focused on the muscular lengthening phase of the movement, led to significant improvements in squat jump height compared to traditional resistance training or just concentric focused movements.
So if you’re looking to develop some fast twitch fibres, focus on eccentric overload!

Looking to perform at your best in your next sporting competition? Here are some tips to help you prepare:

👉 Get enough sleep, make sure you’re getting atleast 8 hours the night before comp and don’t be afraid to nap
👉 Stay hydrated, include electrolytes if possible. Dehydration can lead to worse concussions, fatigue and slower reaction time
👉 Fuel up with the right foods. Focus on carbohydrates, avoid heavy meals though
👉 Practice motor patterns, or movements you will make during the game/comp.
👉 Keep mobile. Doing light yoga or a mobility routine will have your body feeling 100%
👉 Visualise success. Picture yourself performing at your best during the game/comp. This helps build confidence and reduce performance anxiety

Remember, preparation is key to success in any sporting competition. By following these tips, you’ll be ready to perform when it matters most.

My job isn’t solving problems for my clients or getting them to hit goals just once. It’s only part of it, it’s a perk really.

The real job is teaching them how they can solve any fitness related problem or hit any goal, from any starting point, over and over for a long period of time

Here’s why I get my clients to separate cardio and strength 👇

The 3 components we, as coaches, think about when designing a routine. It’s strength, cardio and skills training.

We want to maximise the effectiveness of every workout focused on either of those aspects.

You can’t combine strength and cardio into one session because:

A) Chance of injury goes up
B) One ALWAYS takes from the other, even if you feel like you’re putting 100% in.

But you CAN combine skills and cardio.

Boxing 👉 pads = cardio and skills
Football 👉 practice game = cardio and skills
Basketball 👉 3v3 = cardio and skills

You get the idea

The only time I would combine strength and cardio into one session would be if the client is extremely time poor and can’t get cardio in with skills training

In which case the order of the workout would go strength THEN cardio

Available up until 13/2 only!

Give your special someone the ability to reach their fitness goals, commit to a consistent training routine and become educated around their health+fitness this Valentine’s Day.

I’m feeling extra loving, so what’s usually worth $475, I’m taking more than half off and putting it down to $219

Spaces are limited to 5 people though, so if you’re interested, send me a pm to get started ASAP

Also, If you’re not based in the Illawarra region, everything will be covered online

💪

Here’s how I get my clients (and myself) to NAIL workouts 👇

1st thing- Fuel your body correctly. Your body is basically a car engine. It’s going to run like s**t if you put the wrong oils, fuels and other fluids into it. Make sure to have enough energy (calories) and pay attention to timing of your meals.
2nd- Be well rested. This means a) get enough sleep and b) don’t be overtrained.
3- Have a clear mind. This is where lifestyle can play a part on your training. Control stress, deal with problems etc so that when you’re in the gym, your mind is focused on the gym

Anything you would add? Comment down below 👇

Decided to open up some time each day to help out people that need it, and just like training people, I didn’t want it restricted by geographical location. So by hitting the link in my bio, you can put your name down for a phone call from myself.

This can literally be focused on whatever you want.

👉 Training advice
👉 Nutrition advice
👉 B2B communication (more official than dm)
👉 and of course if you’re interested in training (either online or 1on1)

The best part? I won’t charge you a thing.

It’s my way of helping out as many people as I can and maybe in the process be the deciding factor that convinces you to take the next step in your training + lifestyle

Most common diet mistakes 👇

With new years just passed, I thought it would be fitting to shine some light on mistakes I see consistently at this time of year.

The biggest piece of advice for people (either starting a diet or hitting the gym) is “speak to a professional”. You either learn by making these mistakes and correcting them or listening to a professional at the start and saving a ton of time, effort and probably money.

Would you add to this? Comment below

I’ve been guilty of all these 🥲

Here is a list of mistakes I see (mostly) amateur athletes make

We all eventually realise they’re mistakes, either from hiring a good coach/pt etc or actually living through them

If you have any questions or disagree, hit me up (comments or dm) and I’d be happy to have a chat

Funny story 👇

My experience with this form of recovery started years ago, when I was training 6 days a week, red lining my body every day, eating like s**t and performance in the gym was just getting worse and worse (amateur mistake I know)

To combat this, I decided to put myself through hot/cold “therapy” every Sunday so I felt better come Monday.

Over weeks and weeks of this, nothing changed. I still felt s**t

Why?

My priorities of recovery were completely non existent. I was overtrained, under-sleeping, under-eating and to be honest, hot/cold sundays made me more stressed

Since then, I’ve done research and learnt to use it beneficially

What did I learn?

If you have the priorities in check, it can help get that extra 5%

Have any questions? Hit me up in the comments or DM me

More here 👇

Key element number 1️⃣-
Their training routine covers ALL bases.
This means they account for:
👉 Skills training
👉 Strength and conditioning
👉 Recovery
AND
👉 Lifestyle (family time, mental breaks etc)

Key element number 2️⃣-
Their diet is on point (usually monitored by a dietitian)
Things accounted for:
👉 Energy needs (regarding timing)
👉 Energy needs (regarding calorie control)
👉 Nutrient needs
👉 Macro needs
Their dietitian usually takes into account their training routine

Key element number 3️⃣-
Their mentality is a lot more mature.
This means they:
👉 Study their sport (gameplays, techniques)
👉 Going into competition (preparation etc)
👉 Balancing lifestyle with their “job” and adjusting it to a level that suits them

Want to add something?
Have any questions?
Hit me up in the comments or PM me

If you’re an amateur and want to employ some of these aspects, message me and I’ll get you started 💪

Speaking for all professional service based businesses here 😅

I was once upon a time in the “employee” mindset. Which conditions you to (subconsciously or consciously) calculate how much someone should be paid based on the time it takes them to complete a task

I also got jealous (even annoyed) when someone was getting paid $100+ per hour

I’ve since ditched that mentality and adopted one more based around VALUE… Meaning the more someone can impact my life, the more they should be paid

Some aspects that also are taken into account:

- What is the SKILL the person has?
- How LONG did it take to learn the skill?
- How much EASIER will it make my life?
- Will I LEARN from them and be able to use their skills without them?
- How much TIME will hiring this person save me?

There’s a ton more but to save YOU time (and you’re not even paying me yet), I’ll stop there

Think about this next time you are looking at a service based business

Let’s talk about 2023 👇

We all have goals. Some of mine include building my PT/coaching business, compete a few times, save for a property and more

I’m sure you can think of one or two goals for your fitness and health

I’m currently looking for 5 everyday clients and 5 clients with athletic goals (currently competing or looking to) to start working with me now, in time to hit the ground running and officially start in January.

This will include everything a normal online package includes, only with added perks

Perks:

- Price LOCKED for 12 months.
- GUARANTEED improvements

Which means if you don’t see results within 6 months, I’ll train you for free until you do 😮

Take into account I’ve been doing this for 7 years and have a success rate in the 90% mark

To learn more, simply message and hit me with any questions you have

LIMITED SPACES available as January is a busy time of year, so get your name in now!

#2023

Here’s why these will actually work (from my experience) 👇

1- Seek professional advice
You’ve heard “don’t take advice about a Lamborghini from a man who drives a Honda”, same applies here. If you have a goal, learn from someone who knows the game inside and out.

2- Get 1% better every day
Don’t chase 20-30% jumps. It may happen at the start (and be grateful if they do) but they will eventually dwindle down to smaller and smaller jumps. Consistent, daily 1% improvements compound to higher numbers than a 10% jump every so often

3- Consistency over intensity
Following on from #2 but focused more so on motivation/mentality etc. Motivation for intensity only lasts so long. Eventually motivation will run out and you may become burnt out. Build up a routine focused around your goals and stick to it

4- What gets measured, gets managed.
A simple but awesome quote. Meaning what you pay attention to and monitor, is data you can then tweak and alter if needed. From a training perspective, if you don’t track your weights, diet, sleep, RPE + more, it makes it super hard to alter those aspects if needed or recognise a problem that may be coming from those areas.

IMPORTANT 👇

As a Christmas present to anyone reading this, I’m giving away a goal setting session for absolutely free.

It’s nothing official, just a taste of what’s included along with online/1on1 training and my honest advice.

Just message me and I will organise a time that suits 🙂