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The science of strength training for women over 40

By jjcoutts
September 15, 2026
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STRONG:40+ · Part 1 of 3 The science of strength training for women over 40 Muscle, bone and metabolism all shift in your forties. The research on what reverses it is clearer than most women have been told, and it points straight at the barbell. Catalyst Training Co. Published September…

Most people get spring wrong.

By jjcoutts
August 20, 2026
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Strong through winter Most people get spring wrong. Every September the gyms fill up, and by October they’ve emptied again. Here’s how to make this spring the one that actually sticks. Catalyst Training Co. Published 20 August 2026 5 min read The mornings are still cold, but you’ve probably noticed…

Lower the bar. Then clear it every single week.

By jjcoutts
June 30, 2026
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Strong Through Winter · Part 2 of 6 Lower the bar. Then clear it every single week. Part two: the practical half. How to build a winter habit that survives a bad week, when motivation has well and truly left the building. Catalyst Training Co. · 5 min read Last…

Winter doesn’t break your training. It just tells the truth.

By jjcoutts
June 18, 2026
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Strong Through Winter · Part 1 of 6 Winter doesn’t break your training. It just tells the truth. A short series on staying consistent when it’s dark at 5pm. Part one: why the people still training in August aren’t more motivated than you. Catalyst Training Co. · 4 min read…

Older man performing a heavy deadlift with a barbell and wrist straps on a lifting platform at Catalyst Training Co. gym in Randwick.

Why Strength Training Is Important for Long-Term Health

By jjcoutts
March 8, 2026
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Why is strength training important? It preserves muscle, strengthens bones, boosts brain health & increases lifespan. Learn the 8 key benefits for longevity.

A woman performs a single-arm row with a kettlebell at Catalyst Training Co. gym in Eastern Suburbs Sydney.

Women’s Strength Training: Key Principles for the Gym | Catalyst Training Co Randwick

By jjcoutts
March 8, 2026
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Learn the key principles of women's strength training, compound lifts, progressive overload & cycle-based training.

A male coach training a woman as they prepare to set up a barbell in a squat rack at CTC functional fitness gym in Randwick.

Personal Training vs Group Fitness: Which Is Right for You?

By jjcoutts
March 8, 2026
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Home / Blog / Personal Training vs Group Fitness Training Guide Personal Training vs Group Fitness: Which Is Right for You? Both work. But the right choice depends on where you are right now, what you need, and how you like to train. Personal training vs group fitness is one…

Meet Your Owners

By jjcoutts
September 21, 2025
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Catalyst Training Co. isn’t just a gym it’s the result of a shared vision brought to life by owners JJ and Siobhan . Both have lived and breathed fitness for years, not only as coaches but as people who know firsthand the power of training to transform lives.

5 Essential Nutrition Habits for a Lean & Healthy Life

By jjcoutts
March 6, 2025
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Building sustainable nutrition habits is the key to staying lean, strong, and healthy for life. In this guide, Catalyst Training Co. shares five simple yet powerful nutrition strategies—prioritising protein, eating whole foods, controlling portions, staying hydrated, and maintaining consistency. Learn how small changes can lead to big results in your…