Warm-ups and cool downs are something we all hear about all the time, but not many of us truly understand why everyone says they are so important. So, what are they and how can we make the most out of them to improve our functionality, exercise performance, and exercise routine? Warm-Ups: A warm-up is a…
Many incredible things happen in our body when we exercise; our heart, muscles, bones and lungs all get stronger among other positive changes. Some of the most fascinating changes however occur in our brains! Here are some of the wonderful adaptations that occur in our brains when we exercise: Memories are made Exercising has…
The deadlift is a whole body strengthening exercise, especially for the posterior chain (muscles at the back of the body). The primary muscle movers include the hamstrings, glutes, adductors, calves, quadriceps and lower back, alongside many other muscle groups to both control and stabilise the movement. The Functionality of a Deadlift The deadlift technique is…
Eggs have been in the news again lately and this time we’re being told they may not be as harmful as we were originally told. But what has the latest research really discovered? Read on The current research linking egg consumption and the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes is varied. For this…
After the last two years, isn’t it great to be able to plan and enjoy a holiday again. But how do we enjoy that much anticipated holiday without coming back with too much excess baggage around our mid section? Here are a few simple ideas to take away with you on your next holiday… Stay…
The old saying to “stand up tall and pull your shoulder up, back then down” is greatly out-dated. Our shoulder blades are designed to mobile, like all of our joints. Spending a long time in any one-posture can be demanding on the body and lead to mobility restrictions, muscle weaknesses, imbalances and joint pain. It…
This is the theme of this year’s Exercise Right Week (May 23rd -29th) promoted by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), where we celebrate and raise awareness of the marvellous benefits of exercise for our overall health and well-being. With there being plentiful evidence-based research surrounding the benefits of exercise and how it can influence…
Legumes are often associated with vegan and vegetarian diets however, in the average human diet, legumes aren’t consumed frequently and don’t commonly appear on the dining table (when they really should). What are legumes? Legumes (or pulses) are a family of plants including beans like kidney, black & soy, chickpeas, peas, lupins, lentils and peanuts. Why…
Kombucha (kawm-boo-chah) Have you noticed kombucha drinks in the cold section of your local supermarket or on the shelf, and wondered what they are? Is it just another type of soft drink? Is it fizzy or flat? Sweet or sour? Good for you or bad? Kombucha is a green tea that is fermented with sugar…
