While most of us are aware of the sleep benefits that exercise brings, insomnia is a whole different ball game. While regular exercise can help most people achieve better sleep, can moving our bodies also help insomnia? Defined as having…
It seems obvious to most of us, but it’s worth remembering the direct and close link between mental health and physical health. Embarking on a fitness journey can lead us in the direction of goals like weight control, lowering blood…
It might sound far-fetched, but our overall health and wellness balances on the health of our gut – or lack thereof. How is that possible? Well, to understand the intricate impacts of our gut on our health, we first need…
Regardless of your fitness levels, how long you’ve been exercising or what kind of exercise you do, it’s so important to keep on top of our hydration levels. We’re recommended to drink between 10 - 15 cups of water a…
Just because you’re a senior, doesn’t mean you can’t start (or continue) strength training. Often touted as one of the most beneficial activities for senior members of the community, strength training can help keep you active, independent and fit throughout…
With Victoria plummeting back into lockdown this week, it’s worth thinking about how we can stay active and well through it all. Being stuck within the four walls of our homes (or if you’re lucky, in the four walls of…
It’s something that so many of us let fall to the wayside, but staying hydrated is one of the best ways to stay healthy, happy and productive during a busy day. Whether it’s steamy outside and you’ve been running around…
As one of the most important pillars of your fitness journey, strength training can be intimidating to fitness newbies. Strength training aids muscle strength, increases your body’s resting metabolic rate, reduces your blood pressure and improves your balance, among other…
Your health doesn’t begin and end in the gym, so it’s vital you’re also implementing healthy mental health habits into your routine as well. It’s all well and good to take our supplements, exercise and eat well, but if we’re…
When you begin your fitness journey and decide you want to work with a personal trainer, exciting times lie ahead! But before you can revel in your new found journey, you’ll need to find the personal trainer that’s right for…