Fusion Fat Loss and Nutrition

Fusion Fat Loss and Nutrition "Queensland's award winning body transformation specialist. We specialise in the science and art of building your very best YOU! We have the solutions!

Fusion Fat Loss & Nutrition is the brain child of Craig L Kelly. I am a health and fitness Industry leader & specialist in Fat loss & body shape change using nutrition, education & exercise as synergy, or fusion. I started this business to help those people who suffer daily with severe body image concerns, that often lead to severe health and fitness issues, that may lead to chronic physical and m

ental disease. I too have been obese. I feel your pain, and can empathize with you all. I have also suffered with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Megarexia or extreme bodybuilding, so I have taken my body through every physical metamorphosis you could imagine. So I am not only an educated & qualified Nutritionist, Fitness Specialist, & Remedial Therapist, but a fair dinkum person with feelings and emotions, that truly wants you to rekindle some pleasure in your life, and remove the constant pain you live with daily. Fusion Fat Loss & Nutrition is for you if you want to lose fat, lose weight, change your body shape, learn to enjoy food once again, and not fear food, and or feel guilty. To finally be able to look at yourself in the mirror once more and not feel pain, and sorrow, but smile and respect yourself once again. Come on, let me help you. Call me now on 07 3385 0709 or 0414 325 799, you owe it to yourself. Craig Kelly
"The Food Dude"

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Nutrition) Current study (Charles Sturt University)
Advanced Diploma Applied Science “Medical Nutrition”
Diploma of Fitness. Diploma of Sport. Diploma of Exercise Science and Fitness Management
Diploma in Life Coaching. Diploma Remedial Therapies. Certificate 3 & 4 in Fitness (Personal Trainer). Senior First Aid Certificate (Current). Certificate in Advanced Customer Service & Communication

The art and science of Nutrition!Day 2:How do we know if nutrition advice actually works?Here’s a little secret!Scientis...
18/06/2026

The art and science of Nutrition!

Day 2:

How do we know if nutrition advice actually works?

Here’s a little secret!

Scientists don’t ask:

“Does this sound convincing?”

They ask questions like:
*Does it improve health markers?
*Is it supported by high-quality research?
*Is it safe over the long term?
*Does it work across different ages, lifestyles and health conditions?

That’s because nutrition isn’t a popularity contest.

If likes and followers determined scientific truth, we’d all be surviving on celery juice and air by now.
Good science is actually pretty boring, for some.

It gets tested.
Questioned.
Repeated.
Reviewed.
Then tested again.

Which is why one viral success story is interesting, for most, but it’s indeed enough.

Everyone is entitled to an opinion. Science simply asks us to test it.

Evidence-based nutrition doesn’t mean there’s only one way to eat.

It means we combine the best available evidence with the person’s goals, preferences, culture and lifestyle.

Science gives us the map.

People choose the route.

Tomorrow we’ll bring it all together and discuss why sustainable nutrition always beats chasing the latest trend, whats in vogue, and what your favourite influencer is endorsing.

Day 1:Nutrition is a Science… not an Opinion.Every day we’re bombarded with nutrition advice. “Carbs are the problem”.“N...
17/06/2026

Day 1:

Nutrition is a Science… not an Opinion.

Every day we’re bombarded with nutrition advice.

“Carbs are the problem”.
“No… fat is the problem”.
This detox tea will change your life.” (Your wallet, maybe.)

It’s no wonder people feel confused.
The reality is that nutrition isn’t decided by who has the loudest voice, the biggest following or the most dramatic before-and-after photo.

Nutrition science asks a different question:

“What does the evidence consistently show?”
That evidence comes from research, clinical practice, human physiology and years of studying how the body actually works—not just one person’s success story.

Individual experiences absolutely matter. They can teach us valuable lessons.

But one experience isn’t enough to rewrite decades of research.

“Everyone is entitled to an opinion. Science simply asks us to test it”!

As nutrition professionals, our role isn’t to sell opinions.

It’s to interpret the evidence, understand the individual sitting in front of us and help them apply it in a way that actually fits real life.

Because good nutrition shouldn’t leave you feeling confused.

It should leave you feeling informed.

Tomorrow we’ll explore how scientists decide whether nutrition advice deserves our confidence.

Consistency Beats Intensity. Every. Single. Time. Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a day.And underestim...
16/06/2026

Consistency Beats Intensity. Every. Single. Time.

Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a day.

And underestimate what they can achieve in a year.

We often start with a burst of enthusiasm.
A new plan.
A fresh notebook.
A fridge full of good intentions.
Maybe even enough meal prep containers to open a Tupperware store.
For a few days, everything clicks.
Then work gets hectic.The kids get sick.
The alarm somehow feels louder than usual.
Life does what life has always done—it gets wonderfully messy.
And that’s okay!!

Because lasting progress has never depended on having a perfect week.

It depends on what happens after the imperfect one.

We often celebrate intensity because it’s exciting.
The hard workout.
The strict diet.
The “new me starts Monday” energy.

There’s nothing wrong with that spark.

But sparks don’t keep a fire burning.

Consistency does!!!

A single drop of water doesn’t look powerful.

Yet over time, falling on the same spot day after day, it can carve through solid stone.

Your habits work the same way.

Reading ten pages a day.
Walking after dinner.
Saving a little each payday.
Adding one extra serve of vegetables.
Practising a skill for 20 minutes.
Showing up, even when motivation has quietly packed its bags and gone on holiday.

None of these feel life-changing today.

But repeated often enough, they become exactly that.

The people we admire aren’t always the smartest, strongest or most naturally talented.
More often, they’re simply the ones who kept turning up long after the excitement wore off.

So don’t chase perfect days.

Chase the next right step.

Because success is rarely built on one incredible effort.

It’s built on hundreds—sometimes thousands—of ordinary ones.

Consistency isn’t flashy.

It doesn’t usually get applause.

But given enough time, it quietly wins!!!!

THE MOST UNDERRATED HEALTH AND WELLNESS HABIT?SAYING NO!Not sexy, is it?Nobody’s making TikToks about it.Nobody’s sellin...
14/06/2026

THE MOST UNDERRATED HEALTH AND WELLNESS HABIT?

SAYING NO!

Not sexy, is it?
Nobody’s making TikToks about it.
Nobody’s selling a 12-week challenge built around it.
And yet it’s one of the most important skills in long-term health and behaviour change.

Because most people don’t struggle because they don’t know what to do.
They struggle because every week their calendar gets hijacked by things that seem more urgent.
“Can you just…”
“Would you mind…”
“Are you free to…”
“Can we squeeze in…”

Before you know it, you’ve said yes to everyone else and no to yourself.

The workout gets pushed to tomorrow. The meal prep becomes drive-thru roulette. The bedtime routine turns into “just one more episode” and suddenly it’s 11:47pm.

The problem isn’t always a lack of time.

Sometimes it’s death by a thousand yeses.

Every commitment has a cost. Every yes takes time, energy, attention, or recovery from somewhere.

And if every spare minute gets handed out to everyone else, don’t be surprised when your health goals are left fighting over the scraps.

This doesn’t mean becoming selfish.

It means recognising that your health, fitness, sleep, recovery and wellbeing deserve a permanent booking in your calendar—not a spot on the waiting list.

Because sustainable change rarely comes from finding some magical extra hour in the day.
It comes from protecting the time you already have.

A friendly reminder:
You don’t need to say yes to everything.
You don’t need to earn the right to prioritise your health.

And sometimes the healthiest thing you can say isn’t “I’ll fit it in.”

It’s simply:
“No.”

Save this as a reminder: your health, energy and wellbeing aren’t luxuries. They’re priorities. Treat them like non-negotiables.




2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Train...
11/06/2026

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”

2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Training — In-Depth Summary

CK’s Takeaway:

If we step back from all the detail, the 2026 ACSM position stand lands in a very steady place:

What we glean is this!

You don’t need increasingly complex methods to get meaningful results. You need a structure you can consistently return to and build upon.

Most people are not limited by a lack of advanced techniques. They’re more often limited by:

* inconsistency over time
* frequent program changes
* or difficulty maintaining progression on what already works
*wanting instant gratification without understanding patience is a virtue.

In a more grounded CK sense:

You don’t need a more sophisticated program.
You need one that you can actually stick with and develop over time.

Train with enough effort that it stimulates change.
Progress it at a pace you can recover from.
And give it enough time for the adaptations to accumulate.

“Stimulate not annihilate”!

The 2026 ACSM position stand doesn’t really complicate training.

It quietly reinforces something that holds up very well across decades of evidence:

The basics, applied consistently, continue to deliver strong results.

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Train...
10/06/2026

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”

2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Training — In-Depth Summary

Part 4:

Equipment!

Barbells, machines, cables, and dumbbells can all be effective tools.

The key factor is not the equipment itself, but:

* progressive overload
* consistency
* appropriate exercise selection for the individual

Older Adults!! (Yep this is me!!!)

Resistance training strongly supports:

* strength
* balance
* functional independence
* quality of life outcomes
*longevity

Importantly, older adults retain a strong capacity to adapt to resistance training.

Practical Interpretation!!!

If the position stand is translated into everyday application:

* Train consistently
* Progress gradually over time
* Train each muscle group at least twice per week
* Accumulate appropriate weekly volume
* Train with intent and effort
* Use full range of motion
* Keep the program simple enough to sustain

At its core, effective training is less about complexity and more about repeatable ex*****on over time.
Simply becoming great at the basics.

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Train...
09/06/2026

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”

2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Training — In-Depth Summary

Part 3:

Power Training!

Power-focused adaptations were best supported with:

30% - 70% of 1RM

Key features:

* intent to move explosively
* moderate loading
* manageable fatigue levels
* emphasis on speed of force production

What Didn’t Matter As Much!!

The evidence did not strongly support major differences in outcomes from:

* training to failure as a requirement
* complex periodisation models
* specific equipment choices
* advanced set structures
* time-under-tension manipulation

These strategies can still be useful, but they are not the primary drivers of progress for most people.

Training to Failure!!!

Training to failure is not required for effective results.

Most adaptations are achieved by:

* training close to failure
* maintaining good technique and consistency

A few reps in reserve is often sufficient, while helping manage fatigue and recovery.

Frequency!!!!

Most outcomes are well supported with:

2 + (sessions per week}

Importantly:
total weekly volume appears more influential than how frequently sessions are split.

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Train...
08/06/2026

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”

2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Training — In-Depth Summary

Part 2:

Strength Training Recommendations!

For maximal strength development, the strongest evidence supported:

= 80% of 1 RM is optimal

General guidance:

* lower repetitions
* higher loads
* deliberate effort and intent
* progressive overload over time

Additional consistent findings:

* 2–3 working sets per exercise
* training each muscle group at least twice per week
* full range of motion
* prioritising key compound lifts earlier in sessions

Full Range of Motion Matters!!

Training through a full or near-full range of motion consistently improved:

* strength
* hypertrophy
* mobility outcomes

A simple way to frame it: quality movement tends to produce more complete adaptations.

Hypertrophy (Muscle Growth)!!! The Holy Grail!!!

Muscle growth responds particularly well to weekly training volume:

Equal to 10 sets (per-muscle group per week}

Additional key points:

* controlled eccentric phases support hypertrophy
* progressive overload remains essential
* consistency over time is a major driver of results!

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Train...
07/06/2026

2026 ACSM Resistance Training Update: The Case for Getting the Basics Right”

2026 ACSM Position Stand on Resistance Training — In-Depth Summary

Part 1:

The 2026 resistance training position stand from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a major update in exercise science.

It is the first full ACSM resistance training update since 2009, and it reviewed data from 137 systematic reviews involving more than 30,000 participants. In other words: this wasn’t based on a single trend or a handful of studies — it reflects a very broad and mature body of evidence.

The central message is refreshingly simple:

The fundamentals of resistance training remain highly effective across nearly all populations.

The Core Message!

The position stand repeatedly comes back to one idea:

Going from no resistance training to some resistance training produces the largest and most reliable improvements.

In practice, consistency and participation matter more than refining every detail.

Or put simply: doing the work regularly is the real driver of progress.

What Resistance Training Improves!!

Compared with doing no resistance training, the evidence showed meaningful improvements in:

* Maximal strength
* Muscle hypertrophy
* Muscular endurance
* Power output
* Balance
* Gait speed
* Functional capacity
* Physical performance markers across aging populations

This reinforces why resistance training is increasingly viewed as:

* musculoskeletal health support
* metabolic health support
* healthy aging intervention - yes, the real fountain of youth!

In other words, it plays a much broader role than aesthetics alone.

Strong, Capable, Confident—and Not Defined by a Scale!When Did We Decide Women Should Always Be Shrinking?Part 2:The fit...
05/06/2026

Strong, Capable, Confident—and Not Defined by a Scale!

When Did We Decide Women Should Always Be Shrinking?

Part 2:

The fitness industry and mainstream media have spent decades encouraging women to believe that their bodies are projects that constantly need fixing. That they should take up less space, weigh less, eat less, and somehow become “better” by becoming smaller.

But that’s a pretty uninspiring use of an incredible human body.

I challenge you to reject the idea that your primary goal should always be controlling your weight, and that exercise exists solely to burn calories and earn your dinner.

Your body is capable of so much more than acting as a calorie-burning machine.

Strength training can help you carry groceries without performing an interpretive dance in the car park. It can help you keep up with your kids, feel more confident, move better, age well, and build resilience for life beyond the gym.

Most importantly, it allows you to experience the satisfaction of becoming stronger, more capable, and more confident in your own skin.

When you embrace training as a tool for becoming the strongest version of yourself—not the smallest version of yourself—you may discover that what you gain is far more valuable than anything you lose.

And that’s a goal worth pursuing.

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