Altern8 Training

22/09/2026

WE’RE HIRING 🏋️

We’re growing at Altern8 Training, and we’re looking for two great people to join our team in St Ives.

We’re currently looking for a Pilates Instructor (Mat) to help us build our Pilates program, and a Group Fitness Trainer with the opportunity to grow into a leadership role over time.

We’re a family-owned gym, and we care about creating a place where our coaches can learn, contribute, and grow alongside us.

If you’re a coach who cares about people, enjoys what you do, and wants to be part of building something together, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 St Ives, Sydney North Shore
Good people. Great coaching. Room to grow.

Interested? Check out the full details and apply below:
🔗 https://au.seek.com/job/94756196

21/09/2026

Meet Roula 👋

When Roula started our 5-Week Weight Loss Program, she wasn’t sure how much change was possible for her. Five weeks later, she had lost 4.1kg. At her post-program check-in, she had lost another 0.8kg, bringing her total to an incredible 4.9kg and a full dress size.

But what we love most about Roula’s story isn’t just the weight she lost. It’s the habits she has built along the way.

She’s now regularly training around four times a week, staying consistent with meal prep, hydration and protein, and has made strength and fitness a regular part of her routine. She’s stronger, fitter and more confident, and most importantly, she’s proved to herself that she can make changes and stick with them.

This is what we love about seeing our members progress at Altern8 Training. It’s not about quick fixes or being perfect. It’s about building sustainable habits, having the right support around you, and showing up consistently.

If you’re in St Ives Chase, St Ives, or around Sydney’s North Shore and have been thinking about getting started, we’d love to welcome you into the Altern8 community.

📍 Altern8 Training
161 Warrimoo Ave, St Ives Chase

Your journey could be the next one we’re celebrating. 💪

18/09/2026

Movement Mastery | Episode 7 🧠

A plank isn’t just about how long you can hold it.

If you’re feeling it mostly in your shoulders, arms or neck before your core, your technique might need a little adjustment.

In this episode, we’re breaking down two simple cues that can make a big difference:

• Keep your hands slightly wider and your palms flat
• Shift your weight back towards your heels

Then brace your core, keep breathing and focus on holding a strong position.

You don’t need to hold a plank for two minutes to make it effective. A shorter plank with good technique can be much more challenging.

Give these cues a try next time you plank.

How long can you hold a good plank? 👇

16/09/2026

15/09/2026

Convincing Leo to try Altern8 Training 😆

10/09/2026

You can train hard, eat well and still make fat loss harder than it needs to be.

Sleep matters. 😴

Research has found that when people are in a calorie deficit, getting enough sleep can make a big difference to what type of weight they lose.

In one study, people sleeping 5.5 hours per night lost roughly the same amount of total weight as those sleeping 8.5 hours.

But the shorter-sleep group lost 55% less fat and 60% more fat-free mass.

So if your goal is to lose body fat, build muscle and get stronger, sleep should be part of your plan too.

Aim for around 7–9 hours of sleep per night and give your body the recovery it needs to adapt to your training.

At Altern8 Training in St Ives, Sydney's North Shore, we focus on the full picture: smart training, sustainable habits and recovery that helps you stay consistent.

Train hard. Eat well. Sleep well. Repeat. 💪

08/09/2026

🎥 Movement Mastery | Episode 5: Push-ups 💪

Push-ups look simple… but small technique changes can make a BIG difference.

Keep your core tight, control the movement, and think about bringing your chest towards the floor not just dropping your body down.

Master the basics, build strength, and make every rep count. 👊

Want to improve your technique? Come train with us at Altern8.
WHAT SHOULD WE TEACH NEXT? 👇

29/08/2026

🎉 MEMBER BINGO IS HERE! 🎉

From 31 August-25 September, we’re turning your training sessions into a game. 👀

Tick off challenges, spin for prizes, and blackout the whole card for a chance to win something BIGGER! 🏆

Some challenges will test you. Some will make you laugh. And some might just bring out your competitive side. 😏

Cards are ready at the gym from Monday 31st! Ask your trainer to grab yours!

Let the games begin. 💪🔥

27/08/2026

The best training plan isn’t the most complicated one.

It’s the one you can stick to for years. 💪

As life gets busier, training smarter becomes more important. Strength, cardio, recovery, and consistency all matter.

Find a routine that fits your life and keep showing up.

Ready to get started? Check out our schedule on the Altern8 website and find a session that works for you. 👇
https://www.altern8training.com.au/schedules/

25/08/2026

🎥 Movement Mastery | Episode 3: Banded Row 💪

If you sit at a desk all day, your shoulders and upper back can take a beating.

The banded row is a simple beginner-friendly exercise that helps strengthen your upper back, improve pulling strength, and support better posture.

Two cues to remember:
👉 Squeeze your shoulder blades together
👉 Drive your elbows back towards your pockets

Keep your chest tall, stay controlled, and let your back do the work.

At Altern8 Training in St Ives, we don't just get you through workouts. We teach you how to move better, get stronger, and feel more confident doing it.

Save this for your next workout and give it a try! 🔥