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Train Like You Play: Why the Work You Do in the Gym Matters Everywhere

Michael

Published on: 20/09/2025

This Sunday, East Perth plays in our second consecutive WAFL Grand Final. Now, I know some of you already know that I work with the footy club — but a lot of people probably don’t. Most days, I leave the gym in the afternoon and head straight to training, team meetings, or match reviews. In fact, coaching at this level is a solid 20-hour per week commitment — and that’s on top of running the gym.

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I Did HYROX (Twice!)

Michael

Published on: 09/09/2025

In 2024, I entered HYROX solo with exactly zero preparation. It went about as well as you’d expect. By the fourth run I knew I was in deep trouble, and unfortunately I was right. To be fair, I’d signed up knowing full well it clashed with the footy finals. I was 99.99% sure I wouldn’t even get to the start line. But when the season turned out better than expected and we had HYROX weekend off…well, suddenly I was in. Sadly, “no prep” wasn’t exactly the smartest race plan, and the event went exactly the way “no prep” events usually do.

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Strength & Confidence: Why Women Should Lift Heavy

Michael

Published on: 07/09/2025

This weekend, a big crew from Round 1 will be lining up at HYROX Perth — and we couldn’t be prouder of the work they’ve put in over the past few months. But while race day is one highlight, it’s not the end of the journey. HYROX at Round 1 has always been about more than a single event — it’s about building long-term fitness, balancing new ideas with our Round 1 traditions, and making sure there’s a pathway forward for everyone.

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HYROX Classes and the Future – What’s Next at Round 1

Michael

Published on: 04/09/2025

This weekend, a big crew from Round 1 will be lining up at HYROX Perth — and we couldn’t be prouder of the work they’ve put in over the past few months. But while race day is one highlight, it’s not the end of the journey. HYROX at Round 1 has always been about more than a single event — it’s about building long-term fitness, balancing new ideas with our Round 1 traditions, and making sure there’s a pathway forward for everyone.

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Why We Test: The Role of Benchmarking in Real Progress

Michael

Published on: 31/08/2025

Starting September 1st, we’ll be running our End of Block Testing sessions across the Functional Fitness program at Round 1. You’ll see familiar lifts like front squats and push presses, pull-ups, rows, and maybe even that one movement you’ve been avoiding (yes, we see you). But here’s the thing—testing isn’t a gimmick, a one-off, or a break from training. It’s the beating heart of long-term strength and conditioning. Let’s talk about why.

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August 26th – Deload Now… Because the WAVES Are Coming

Michael

Published on: 26/08/2025

Since early June, our Strength Gym crew has been smashing their way through a progressive 5-rep block. We’ve built strength week after week with rep schemes dropping from 8 to 7 to 6 to 5 — all while layering in carefully selected accessories and barbell finishers to build muscle and reinforce movement quality. This week (August 25–31) is our deload — a much-needed chance to pull back on load, move with intention, and set up for success in the next phase.

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