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Ever thought about hosting your own fitness retreat? Maybe you feel unsure where to start?

There’s so much to weigh up, from venues, to hosting, to marketing. It could be easy to get overwhelmed. Retreats are increasingly popular, and are a great way to boost income in summer quiet periods.

One Pilates instructor shares what she learned after her first retreat.

Personal connection is your most powerful booking agent. Pilates instructor, Joanna Fernandes said promoting her retreat in class was the most effective method. One difficulty was getting people to commit in advance.

Surprisingly, the people who booked were not the group she assumed would be first in line.

The right venue is your retreat’s foundation. Finding the right venue, with perfect facilities and food, gave Joanna the confidence to go ahead.

It was so successful that her next retreat is fully booked based on word of mouth!
See more practical advice on hosting a fitness retreat abroad on the blog at FitPro.com



FitPro provides membership and services to fitness professionals so they can feel supported, challenged and motivated every step of the way, whether they’re seasoned group X legends rocking classes for decades or fresh-off-the-block personal trainers about to start their careers.

Want to coach with data-driven precision? ⚡🏋️‍♂️

Velocity-Based Training (VBT) is transforming resistance training, giving fitness professionals real-time insights into movement velocity to optimise load, estimate 1RM, and enhance performance.

In this in-depth blog, Morc Coulson explains how MEMS tech and accelerometers allow coaches to track velocity feedback, manage fatigue, and tailor intensity for every client — whether they’re in-season athletes, off-season competitors, or weekend warriors.

By creating load-velocity profiles and monitoring velocity loss thresholds, you can make smarter decisions about programming, protect technique, and motivate clients through measurable results.

If you want to level up your resistance training coaching, this is a must-read. Discover how to combine science, technology, and practical coaching to deliver truly individualised, performance-driven programs.

Head to the blog section of our website and take a look at FitPro.com

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FitPro provides membership and services to fitness professionals so they can feel supported, challenged and motivated every step of the way, whether they’re seasoned group exercise legends rocking classes for decades or fresh-off-the-block personal trainers about to start their careers.

What is core stabilisation? Morc Coulson explores:

Core stabilisation is about maintaining control and posture. It means the ability to maintain neutral spine during the transfer of load through the body to the
extremities.

This involves the nervous system which recruits the relevant muscles for stability and mobility.

Core stability relies on 3 interdependent mechanisms:
- Passive system including static tissue such as ligaments and vertebrae
- Active system which includes most muscles
- Neural control system - which co-ordinates movement

When training the core, what should be your focus?
Get your hands on Morc Coulson's guide to core stability in the latest FitPro magazine. It’s free for FitPro members. Log in to read your FitPro magazine or find out how to become a member at FitPro.com



Whatever stage you’re at in your journey as a fitness professional, at FitPro you’ll find cutting-edge CPD educations with industry experts, practical advice to upskill your teaching and your business, and fantastic resources to keep you motivated in the pursuit of greatness. Each and every member belongs to a community of like-minded people all looking to elevate their fitness career and be the change they wish to see in the world.

Are you accidentally taking too much credit for your clients' results?

When you micromanage every detail of a programme, you inadvertently teach your clients that you carry the full burden of their success—or failure.

Justin Price, creator of The BioMechanics Method (available via FitPro), breaks down why playing the "all-knowing expert" often backfires, and why it might be the exact reason clients point fingers when progress stalls.

The Solution: Shift from Expert to Partner. Stop dictating and start collaborating. Read the full blog at Fitpro.com to learn how to guide your clients to take true ownership of their own recovery and relief.

https://www.fitpro.com/blog/corrective-exercise-success/ or find it at link in bio

Should you worry about microplastics?
Public concern about microplastics has ramped up recently.

There’s a widely quoted claim that we eat a credit card’s worth of plastic each week.

Our expert dietician Dr Linia Patel has taken a careful look at what we know, and don’t know so far.
Microplastics are now found across the environment and, increasingly, within our bodies.

What does it mean for our health? There are no long-term studies on humans yet.

Lab studies say that potential areas of concern are cell damage, gut health and inflammation, but the research is still unclear. So what should we do right now?

A balanced approach is key - reduce plastics where it’s viable and support your overall health.

Read more of Dr Linia Patel’s expertise in the latest FitPro magazine.

It’s free for FitPro members. Log in to read your FitPro magazine or find out how to become a member at FitPro.com



FitPro provides membership and services to fitness professionals so they can feel supported, challenged and motivated every step of the way, whether they’re seasoned group X legends rocking classes for decades or fresh-off-the-block personal trainers about to start their careers.

Get savvy about your income, group X instructors.

Behind every great group X class is an instructor dedicated to
creating an amazing experience. It’s no secret that pay doesn’t
always reflect their dedication.

Many instructors are nervous to ask clients to pay more. But you can
supplement your income. Anna Martin an experienced
group X instructor has come up with some clever ideas to help you.

From running corporate events, creating branded merch, or writing.

Your clients already know and trust you, so offering extras to add to their class experience is a winner.

Build in longer-term career sustainability ideas

If you’re a cardio instructor, learning to deliver weights or Pilates can earn you more, and save your joints. Offer online services, like one-to-one accountability, or pre-recorded workouts.

Read more of Anna’s expert ideas on on the FitPro blog. Find it at FitPro.com



FitPro provides membership and services to fitness professionals so they can feel supported, challenged and motivated every step of the way, whether they’re seasoned group X legends rocking classes for decades or fresh-off-the-block personal trainers about to start their careers.

Most of us need to eat more fibre - here's 10 ways to add more into your diet.

We need just 30 grams of fibre a day, but 96% of us don’t manage it. Fibre is more than a bulking agent, it feeds your gut microbiome. Healthy gut bacteria are involved in everything, from immunity to sleep.

It’s not just about the amount of fibre, but the quality and variation which keeps you healthy.

Our expert dietician Dr Linia Patel has some simple swaps to help you increase your fibre intake.

Different fibres feed different bacteria, at different sites in the colon, at different speeds. Feed only one type of bacteria and you starve the rest.

One simple swap is to switch to wholegrains, like pasta or brown rice.

Increase your fibre intake slowly, and drink plenty of water to avoid discomfort.

Beans and lentils are the most powerful sources of fibre. Add a handful to soups and stews. Dr Linia has 8 more fibre swaps for you on the FitPro blog. Find them at FitPro.com