08 Sep 2026
5 Steps to Women’s Wellness
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.
Category Archives: Wellness
13 Aug 2026
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: More Than Just Being Tired
Many people feel tired after a busy week, poor sleep, illness, or stress. However, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is far more than normal tiredness. It is a complex long-term condition that affects how the body produces and manages energy, often making everyday activities difficult.
29 Apr 2026
Can You Exercise During Chemotherapy?
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.
02 Apr 2026
Move for Your Mood
Our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and like the heart, the brain responds powerfully to regular, well-designed movement. Tailored exercise programs are not only beneficial for strength, mobility and cardiovascular fitness — they are a highly effective, evidence-based tool for supporting mood, managing stress and enhancing overall psychological wellbeing.
19 Feb 2026
Why is my calorie deficit eating plan no longer working?
For years, the advice has been simple: eat fewer calories than you burn and the weight will drop. A calorie deficit works — until it doesn’t. If your once-reliable approach has stalled, you’re not alone.
22 Jan 2026
Change One Thing at a Time: The Secret to Lasting Behaviour Change
If you’ve ever tried to change everything at once—your diet, exercise routine, sleep, stress levels—you’re not alone. Most people start with the best intentions, only to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated a few weeks later. The problem isn’t motivation or discipline. The problem is trying to do too much, too soon.
05 Jan 2026
Exercising with Confidence with Rheumatoid Arthritis
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.
10 Dec 2025
Surviving the Silly Season: Smart Strategies to Stay Active Over the Holidays
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):
26 Nov 2025
What you should know about creatine
What is Creatine?
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in muscle tissue and the brain. The body naturally produces a small amount of creatine, and we also get it from foods like red meat and seafood. The difficulty lies in reaching high muscle creatine levels through diet alone to fully saturate muscle stores, which is why supplementation is popular. To achieve optimal stores, you’d need to consume roughly a kilogram of beef or fish every single day—an impractical amount that you won’t hear our dietitian recommend!