If you’ve spent any time on fitness social media recently, you’ve likely come across cycle syncing — the idea of planning your training around the phases of your menstrual cycle. It sounds intuitive, even empowering. But what does the science actually say? As exercise professionals, it’s our job to cut through the noise and give you an honest answer.
Women’s health is a lifelong journey. The choices you make today have a powerful impact on your future health, independence, and quality of life — and the good news is, it doesn’t require perfection.
Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes can feel overwhelming, but the good news is that exercise is one of the most effective treatments available. Alongside healthy eating and medication (where required), regular physical activity can significantly improve blood glucose control, reduce the risk of complications, and help you feel stronger, more energetic, and more confident in everyday life.
Men’s Health Week is an important reminder to pause and take stock of something many men tend to put off — their health. In clinical practice as an Exercise Physiologist, a common theme emerges: many men only seek support when something has already gone wrong. However, the reality is that long-term health is shaped long before symptoms appear.
If you’re going through chemo right now, you might be exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering whether exercise could possibly help — or whether it’s even safe to try. The short answer is: yes, exercise is safe during chemotherapy for most people — and the evidence shows it can meaningfully improve how you feel throughout treatment. You just need the right guidance on how to do it. Here’s what I want you to know as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties often referred to as “fibro fog.” While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is not fully understood, research suggests it involves changes in how the nervous system processes pain, leading to heightened pain sensitivity.
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), exercise can feel confusing—or even intimidating. You may have been told to “rest your joints” or you might worry that movement will worsen pain or inflammation. As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, I want to reassure you: appropriate exercise is one of the most powerful tools for managing RA, not something to avoid.
From work parties to family feasts and last-minute shopping trips — the festive season can feel like a whirlwind. Routines get messy, stress levels spike, and exercise often becomes the first thing to drop off the to-do list. But staying active doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the fun of the holidays.
As an Exercise Physiologist, I believe movement should make your life better — not busier. Here’s how to keep active, energised, and empowered right through Christmas (without missing a single mince pie):
Ovarian cancer is a life-changing diagnosis, and the treatments that follow—surgery, chemotherapy, or targeted therapies—can take a significant toll on both body and mind. Many women face fatigue, pain, reduced fitness, and changes in mood or confidence. While exercise might not be the first thing that comes to mind during cancer treatment, research now shows that the right kind of movement can be one of the most powerful tools to support recovery and long-term wellbeing.
