One of the most powerful messages to take away from Men’s Health Week is this: your daily habits shape your health. The choices made consistently — what is eaten, how much movement is completed, alcohol intake, sleep patterns, and smoking behaviours — all contribute to overall wellbeing. These habits don’t need…
Exercise Right Week is an opportunity to educate the community about the benefits of safe, evidence-based exercise and the role qualified exercise professionals play in helping people move well and live better. Whether you are managing a chronic condition, recovering from injury, improving mental health, or simply wanting to stay…
As an exercise physiologist, I often hear the same belief from clients and friends:"Running is bad for your knees”, “Running is bad for your joints and causes arthritis”. Running seems to have earned the reputation as being a “joint destroyer”, largely because it is a high-impact activity. However, research reveals…
What you may have heard — and what's actually true"Rest as much as possible — your body needs it."The evidence says Complete rest actually worsens fatigue over time. Gentle movement — even short walks — is one of the most effective ways to manage chemo-related tiredness.1,2"Exercise will weaken your immune…
One of the most immediate benefits of exercise is its effect on mood. When we move, the body releases chemicals such as endorphins, serotonin and dopamine. These “feel-good” neurotransmitters help reduce feelings of stress, anxiety and low mood, while promoting a sense of calm and positivity. Even a single session…
For people living with fibromyalgia, symptoms can be unpredictable and often fluctuate. Alongside persistent pain, individuals may experience reduced energy, stiffness, headaches, irritable bowel symptoms, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms can significantly impact daily life, work, and overall wellbeing. As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, one of the most common concerns…
First, your metabolism adapts. When you consistently eat less, your body becomes more efficient. It burns fewer calories at rest — a process known as adaptive thermogenesis. Over time, the same deficit that once produced steady fat loss may only maintain your weight. Second, hormones shift. Dieting can increase ghrelin…
Regular exercise has direct and positive effects on both blood pressure and cholesterol levels, which are key factors in overall heart health. Exercise helps blood vessels become more flexible and efficient, allowing blood to flow more easily throughout the body. Overtime, this reduces the strain placed on the heart and…
Lasting behaviour change doesn’t come from massive overhauls. It comes from changing one thing at a time. Our brains are wired for simplicity. When we pile on multiple new habits at once, we increase decision fatigue and stress, making it far more likely we’ll abandon the effort altogether. This is…
