Network Magazine summer 2015 | Page 4

The more you put in, the more you get out At a recent Network Industry Forum we met a diverse group of fitness professionals – personal trainers, GFIs, coaches and business owners – all of whom were eager to share their thoughts and experiences of the fitness industry, both here and overseas. As stories were shared, highlights and frustrations aired and ideas for the future generated, the passion of these individuals was very much in evidence. Though their backgrounds and areas of specialisation varied vastly, they all had one common desire: to contribute to the positive development of their communities and their industry. Another thing many of them shared was a long and fulfilling career in fitness. It became apparent that this was no coincidence, and in fact served to illustrate that the more you invest in your community, your industry and your own development, the longer and more rewarding will be your career. If you’re just showing up and going through the motions… well, you’ve no doubt had clients and members who’ve done that, and how long did they last? Like so many things in life, the more you put in, the more you get out. On the subject of investing in career longevity, you’ll NETWORK’S CORE PURPOSE ‘To inform, inspire and educate our members to be the best they can be’ Download the Network magazine App to your iPad at fitnessnetwork.com.au/mag-app EDITOR Oliver Kitchingman Network magazine is the official quarterly publication of Australian Fitness Network. It is distributed in March, June, September and December. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Australian Fitness Network accepts no responsibility for the correctness of any facts or opinions. All information including prices (quoted in AUD) is correct at time of publishing, but may be subject to change. Where CECs are stated, they may only be applicable within Australia. We welcome articles from all industry professionals on the understanding that the author ensures the work they submit is their own. No material in Network magazine may be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. © 2015 All material copyright to Australian Fitness Network. All rights reserved. ADVERTISING IN NETWORK If you are interested in advertising in Network magazine or on Network's website or online publications, please phone [phone] or email [email protected]. Printed by IntoPrint. intoprint.com.au Cover image courtesy of Fitness First COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS Unless otherwise specified, all competitions/giveaways contained in this issue commence on 1 December 2015 and conclude on 19 January 2016. Each competition is a game of skill and chance plays no part in determining the winner. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Winners will be selected by the editor at 47 Hume Street, Crows Nest NSW 2065 and will be notified by email no later than 29 January 2016. Full terms and conditions can be obtained at fitnessnetwork.com.au/competition-terms-and-conditions 4 | NETWORK SUMMER 2015 have noticed that this issue of Network was accompanied by the much anticipated FILEX 2016 brochure. Check out the program and presenters and you’ll find yourself totally spoilt for choice, whatever your fitness niche may be. From training and business to nutrition and mindset coaching, FILEX has the lot. In addition to the workshops and lectures, there are also some very interesting additions to the FILEX calendar this year – check out Network CEO Ryan Hogan’s rundow n on page 28. Oh – and if you like a bargain (who doesn’t?) then get in quick and register before 13 January to get the unbeatable Summer Rates. I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Rewarding New Year! Oliver Kitchingman, Editor [email protected] AUSTRALIAN FITNESS NETWORK Post: PO Box 577, Crows Nest, NSW 1585 Street: 47 Hume Street, Crows Nest NSW 2065 Ph: 1300 493 832 (local call rate) Ph:     02 8412 7400 Fax:     [phone] Web:     fitnessnetwork.com.au E-mail: [email protected] fb.me/ozfitnetwork twitter.com/ozfitnetwork pinterest.com/ozfitnetwork #ozfitnetwork 1 PDPs Your Network Membership provides you with access to 8 CECs or 1 PDP annually at no extra cost. STAFF DIRECTORY To call a member of the Network team, simply insert their extension number (see below) to 02 8412 74__ __ For the fitnessU team, insert the extension number to 02 8579 69__ __ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Nigel Champion Ext. 12 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Ryan Hogan 23 INFORMATION Oliver Kitchingman, Editor Jack Lee, Graphic Designer 86 09 fitnessU EDUCATION Paul Bulatao National VET Manager 17 Emma Harvey Education Coordinator 80 Kathryn Weihen, Online Trainer 10 Larissa Harcombe Career Advisor 34 Tyson Atkins Career Advisor 03 MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Paige Nossiter Membership Coordinator 02 Tess Wilson Membership Consultant 01 EVENTS Bel Fong Events Coordinator 18 FINANCIAL SERVICES Noelene Chandler, Finance Manager 07 Michelle Hui, Finance Administrator 05 NETWORK EDUCATION Alisha Smith, Education Manager Rebecca Carle Education Assistant 11 21