Posts Tagged ‘stay healthy’
Australia Day the healthy way
As our official national day approaches, I’m sure many of you are planning your Australia Day celebrations. It’s a time when we parade our national pride and celebrate everything Australian. Although there are many organised events, many of us celebrate this day with family and friends. And, like many other celebrations in summer, there are…
Read MoreOutdoor festivals: what they mean for your health
Here in Australia, the festive season is also festival season with all sorts of outdoor festivals popping up on calendars throughout the warmer months. Music festivals, food festivals, night markets, and all sorts of other outdoor festivals entertain us on many a hot summer’s day and night. But just what are the implications of outdoor festivals…
Read MoreNew Year fitness for a fabulous 2016
Have you thought about your New Year’s resolutions yet? It’s going to be a hot topic for the next day or so – if it isn’t already. When it comes to looking ahead to the New Year fitness and health are often listed as top priorities. If you want 2016 to be a year of…
Read MoreMake this one a healthy Christmas
Hmmm… a healthy Christmas? Let’s be honest, that does sound something like an oxymoron. But it is possible. And more than possible, it’s important if you want to avoid that dreaded holiday bulge. Healthy Christmas – really? So the big question is: how can you achieve a healthy Christmas? Here are some great ideas that you…
Read MoreSugar: is it really an enemy?
Research reveals the dangers of our diets With many lifestyle diseases on the increase, we have a responsibility to take a closer look at our modern diet. Sugary drinks and snacks abound. There are also hidden sugars lurking in just about everything. You just have to read the ingredients labels on food packaging to realise…
Read MoreEureka Climb: it's time to reach new heights!
The Eureka Climb in Southbank, Melbourne is billed as Australia’s biggest vertical race. If you enjoy a healthy fitness challenge it’s time to lace up those running shoes and start warming up. This year it’s happening on Sunday 15 November so there’s no time to lose! The Eureka Climb is just that: climbing to the observation…
Read MoreFitness myths that hamper your training results.
If you’ve been convinced that muscle weighs more than fat, you’re not alone. Many people are led to believe all kinds of falsehoods when it comes to fitness. It’s time to dig for the truth. Here are some common fitness myths you never thought to question… 1. Muscle weighs more than fat This is a…
Read MoreIncorporating exercise into daily life: it's possible
So many people struggle when it comes to incorporating exercise into daily life. We know that regular exercise is important, as is a healthy and balanced meal plan, not to mention getting sufficient sleep. With so many work and family obligations and only 24 hours in a day – how is it possible? Tips for…
Read MoreSleep and weight loss – burn calories while resting
The undeniable link between sleep and weight loss. The less sleep you get, the higher your BMI will be. Why? The answer lies in hormones. When you get insufficient sleep, your body will produce more ghrelin and less leptin. Leptin regulates your energy levels and suppresses your appetite. It is a naturally occurring hormone that…
Read MoreWinter training for summer bodies
The year is flying by and we’re already in July! Colder weather always seems to dampen people’s enthusiasm for exercise. Although summer seems a long way off, how you train in winter will determine how good you look on the beach in summer… Why is winter training so important? Most people consume more kilojoules in…
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