Research has shown that exercise can help reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer and may also improve outcomes for those already diagnosed. Regular physical activity can help maintain a healthy weight, which is crucial since obesity has been linked to a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Moreover, exercise…
What does the research say? Regular exercise can be equally effective as antidepressant medication in the treatment of mild to moderate depression. Exercise can further assist individuals with depression who only partially respond to anti-depressant medication. Both aerobic exercise (walking/jogging/cycling etc.) and resistance (strength) exercises have been found to be…
Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are healthcare professionals who specialise in designing and implementing safe, effective exercise programs tailored to individual needs. For pregnant women, this means recieving expert guidance on how to stay active in a way that supports both maternal and fetal health through the many physiological changes that…
Ever thought your diet only impacts your waistline, not your mood? It’s a common myth that eating healthy is just about physical health. In reality, what you eat plays a crucial role in how you feel emotionally thanks to the Gut-Brain Connection. The Gut-Brain Connection The gut-brain connection (or axis)…
Probiotics can help to improve overall health and wellbeing, including reducing symptoms of IBS and improving mood. Continue to reading to learn about what probiotics are, and how you can incorporate them into your diet. What are Probiotics? Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that live in your gut. They assist…
What are Carbs? Carbohydrates are food molecules that are made up of glucose. When we eat foods that contain carbohydrates, they break down into glucose which is absorbed by our muscles for energy. Sugar, fibre and starches are all examples of different types of carbohydrates that can be found in…
What is Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus? Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is the most predominant type of Diabetes, affecting 85-90% of all people with diabetes (Exercise Right, 2022). The condition is characterised by long term elevated fasting blood glucose levels due to the inability of the body’s cells to effectively…
With the media telling us the number of viruses are at a peak at the moment, it’s not as difficult as you may think to ensure you’re eating a nutrient rich diet. It may be challenging at times to avoid coming into contact with viruses in winter however a healthy…
In general, Pilates is an exercise mode that fosters learning controlled movement and muscle recruitment patterns, improves posture and dynamic stability, and increases muscular strength and range of motion. “Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind and spirit”- Joseph Pilates. Pilates provides children with a solid foundation for learning vital motor skills,…
