Start getting unstuck today with 3 simple steps!!! HOW TO FREE YOURSELF FROM FEELING STUCK? We all want different things from life but there is one thing I know to be true…we all want to feel awesome, be happy and live a life that is joyous. There may have been times where you’ve felt […]
As a valued member, we would like to get to know you better. Your feedback is important to us and we would appreciate you taking this opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvements of your fitness center. The survey will take approximately 5-7 minutes to complete. Be assured your feedback will remain anonymous. Complete […]
For too long foam rollers have been neglected in your workout. Foam rolling makes a great addition to any training regime, as it can increase joint range of motion, improve muscular performance and overall recovery and can be done in as little as 30-60 seconds. Self Myofascial Release Therapy, (SMRT), is a technique used to […]
MEMBER OF THE MONTH Name: Erica Wren Top tip: “If you feel like quitting, think about why you started.” WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN HEALTH MATES? I didn’t feel comfortable at my previous gym. Health Mates had a nice warm welcoming feel, it felt like a new family; I loved the atmosphere. WHAT HAVE YOU PARTICIPATED […]
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE CROWNED THE HEALTH MATES PLANK CHAMPION? 15-26 June 2015 Attend during any of the scheduled challenge times below to have your score recorded (if you can’t make any of these times please see one of our team members to arrange another time). Hold a full plank (on your […]
Health Mates staff member Brooke recently chopped of her extremely long locks in the name of charity. Brooke raised over $1,000 for the Leukaemia Foundation as part of The World’s Greatest Shave. Money raised will go towards research, treatment and providing financial assistance to patients and families affected by all types of leukaemia and blood […]
Healthy eating is just as important now as it was when you were younger. Good nutrition will keep you feeling young at heart and help you stay healthy, active and independent.
With age, your body undergoes many changes. The way your body digests and absorbs nutrients changes, as do your nutritional needs.
Before taking part in our pull-up challenge, make sure you’re doing it right. Our trainers share their wisdom…
How to Do the Basic Pull-up
Begin from a dead hang: arms fully extended, hands about shoulder width apart (palms facing out for pullups), elbows straight, chest up, shoulders back and tight, eyes trained on the bar above.
We consume caffeine through many beverages. V energy drinks give you 31mg of caffeine from one 100ml can, a cup of coffee will range between 90-150mg and a can of Coke will give you 40mg of caffeine.
