It’s a new year and there’s a good chance you’ve made some resolutions or wishes for a new you, or a fitter or healthier version of yourself. There are studies available which indicate that adherence to exercise programs after six months is only at about 50%, even though most of us are at least somewhat familiar with the benefits of routine exercise. Commonly cited reasons for drop out include: lack of time, inconvenience, expense, physical discomfort, embarrassment, poor in

S.W.A.P. Your Way to Health Our ancestors didn’t have to worry about the benefits of cardio versus weight training or Pilates to strengthen their cores or squats to shape their glutes! Their hunter/gatherer lifestyle meant they naturally spent a lot of time outdoors walking, jogging, sprinting, jumping, pushing, pulling, squatting, climbing and carrying. In most Western societies today we spend our time sitting at computers, watching TV, commuting, and being sedentary for u

Physical Activity Guidelines Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Australians, and Younger Ones too! January 11, 2016 | Sarah Booth Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Australians Adapted from the Australian Government Guidelines available at www.health.gov.au search for the ‘Choose Health’ Brochure. Physical activity is important for every person, but is crucial for successful aging. Some main benefits of regular physical activity are: It makes you feel and look better

Men’s Health or Movember! This month is Movember where men are able to grow a moustache to raise funds and awareness of men’s health issues. Since 2003, millions have joined the men’s health movement, raising $685 million and funding over 1,000 programs focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and physical inactivity (from Movember website). This year the Movember Foundation are encouraging two ways to raise funds and awareness: Moustaches in Movemb