7 Reasons Why Joining a Gym Might Be a Bad Idea When you start thinking about improving your health and fitness, getting a gym membership is likely the first thing that comes to mind. Joining a gym has a lot of perks, however, there are some important points to consider before deciding if this…
Vertigo: What Exercises can help? Vertigo, or a dizziness that feels like your surroundings are spinning, is common within the general population, accounting for approximately 54% of cases of dizziness (1). This condition can be extremely limiting, and often is associated with other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, ringing in the ears and hearing loss.…
Top 5 tips to protect aggravating your shoulder doing housework If you have shoulder pain, or have had it in the past, you would know that jobs around the house can really aggravate pain. Simple jobs such as cleaning and putting away dishes, hanging your washing on the line and sweeping the floor can be…
Best Balance Exercises Balance training can assist anyone at any age. For seniors it can help maintain their independence preventing injuries from falls. For those that enjoy fitness and keeping active, it will improve stability in your workout and everyday life. Balance increases not only your strength but coordination assisting with basic activities of daily…
WHAT IS THIS PAIN ON THE SIDE OF MY HIP? WHY IS HIP PAIN STOPPING ME FROM EXERCISING? Pain into the lateral hip can at times, literally, be a pain in the bum! So you think you are doing all the right things, going to the gym, swimming, running, cycling, etc. But you…
Back pain with lifting or bending? Is your lower back becoming sore while gardening or lifting? Lower back pain, strength for lifting, do’s and don’ts Most people garden for enjoyment, seeing the beauty of plants and flowers grow, or to grow their own food. Gardening can also have a positive impact…
Exercise and cancer treatment Exercise can help you manage through your cancer treatment Every 4 minutes someone in Australia is diagnosed with cancer. Only 1 in 10 of these people with will exercise enough during and after their treatment (3). There are many studies showing the benefits of exercise for people with a…
Exercising during winter: 5 helpful hints on how to continue moving while braving the cold We all know how hard it is to get moving when winter hits. The days get shorter, the nights get colder and your body starts craving all this food! Needless to say, staying motivated to continue your daily…
When returning to fitness activities its important you don’t do “too much too soon.” If you have been resting all winter or have avoided physical activity for the past weeks, months or even years and are keen to get back into a fitness regime, be mindful not to overdo it initially as you can pull…
Exercise and Sleep If you live to 79 years old, you will spend around 26 years sleeping, and 7 years trying to get to sleep. Many of you would have been told to make sure you get adequate sleep, but why is it so important? How do we improve sleep quality? How do you spend…
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