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Benefits of Strength Training

Strength training – also known as resistance training or weight training – is one of the most effective ways to improve your overall health and fitness.

Whether you’re new to the gym or looking to level up your routine, incorporating strength training can help you move better, feel stronger, and get more out of every workout.

Why strength training matters

Strength training offers a wide range of benefits beyond building muscle, including:

  • Burn more energy efficiently during and after your workout
  • Improve mobility and range of motion for everyday movement
  • Support bone health, especially as you age
  • Boost metabolism by increasing lean muscle mass
  • Enhance cardiovascular health as part of a balanced routine

Strength training for women

Strength training for women is essential for building strength, supporting bone density, and improving confidence.

It won’t make you “bulky” – instead, it helps create lean muscle, improve posture, and support long-term health.

Don’t skip upper body training

Upper body training is key for a balanced program. Regular upper body weight training can:

  • Improve posture and reduce strain on your neck and back
  • Make everyday tasks like lifting and carrying easier
  • Support performance across all workout

Personalised Strength Training at PARC

At PARC, every member starts with a tailored PARC STAR program designed by a qualified trainer. This is included for free as part of your membership benefits. Your plan will include the right mix of strength and resistance training to suit your goals and experience level. You then have access to regular check in appointments with our trainers, all included in your membership. 

For extra support, our Small Group Training sessions offer coaching, accountability, and structured progression in a supportive environment.

We also offer loads of strength based Group Exercise classes, included in your Full Access membership, including: Strength and Development, Strength and Conditioning, Reformer Strong, Core, Les Mills BodyPump Heavy and many more. 

Start building your strength—physically and mentally. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Enquire now to join PARC. 

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Get your stamps! ✅

The weather this weekend is looking like a little gloomy, so come on down to PARC to warm up, get in your 30-20-2 and collect your stamps!
It's Aquatic Awareness Week!

This week, our PARC Swim members have been learning lifesaving, water safety skills to continue building their confidence in and around water. Here's a snippet of some of the things they have been learning about this week:

🐠 Water safety around the home
🐟 Water safety in alternate waterways such as rivers and lakes
🐡 Experience swimming in realistic situations outside of class (wearing PJ's and no goggles!)
Happy Global Running Day! 🏃
 
One of our PARC Fit Run Trainers, Nic has some running tips if you are looking to start your running journey.
 
🔑 Consistency is key
⏳Set small, achievable goals
💪 Build foundational strength
🧣Layer up for Winter
👟 Invest in some good running shoes!
🤗 Run with a group for motivation and inspiration
We're halfway through our 30-20-2 Movement Challenge! 🥳💪

If you want to go in the draw to win on of our PARC winter scarves (the perfect pairing to last year's beanie 👀), make sure to you get your card stamped everytime you vist PARC. 

Good luck!
Annual Studio Floor Upgrade 🚧

Studios 1 and 2 will be closed over the King's Birthday long weekend, from Friday 5 June – Monday 8 June while we upgrade and resurface the floors. 

Classes in both the Cycle Studio and Reformer Studio will run as normal, as well as our gym floor classes. You can also check out PARC Plus, our on-demand platform, or our 30-20-2 Digital Hub, for some home workout inspiration. 

Please view your Customer Portal for the updated class timetable and details. 

Thanks for your understanding, and we can’t wait for you to check out the new floor surface when we’re done!
Have you seen our new Hydro Snack Packs in the cafe? 👀🍟

Available Monday - Friday (excluding school holidays) from 4pm - 6:30pm.

Choose from three yummy options:
🌭 1/2 Hotdogs and chips
🍗 Small nuggets and chips
🍟 Sausage roll and chips

All Snack Packs come with a Pop Top drink and your choice of either a cupcake or pack of Tiny Teddies! 

Hydro Snack Packs are $13 each and available for under 12s only.

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