By Raquel Sbrana (Cert IV Fitness/Group Exercise/Boxing & Kickboxing) Our weight is determined by the amoutn of calories we consume each day, minus the calories our body expends each day. Exercise helps with weight loss by using up excess energy (calories) that would otherwise be stored as fat, and by increasing our metabolism. Everything we […]
By Raquel Sbrana, Registered Professional Level 2 (Cert IV Fitness/Group Exercise/Boxing/Kickboxing) [slideshow_deploy id=’2836′] SLIDESHOW: 10 TIPS FOR EATING OUT Hover over images in the slideshow to reveal tips or read them all below. Just because you are trying to lose weight does not mean that you can’t eat out with your friends and family. It […]
BEFORE YOU GO SHOPPING Make a list and stick to it. If it’s not on the list, you don’t need it. Plan your meals around what you already have in your kitchen, including leftovers. Creativity saves dollars! Plan your week’s worth of meals in advance and buy accordingly. You’ll be less likely to get takeaway […]
Name: Chris Robinson Member since: 2010 Weight loss to date: 35kgs Tips: “Embrace exercise and make it part of your routine – it’s that simple.” You have been a member of Health Mates for 3.5 years. What lead you to Health Mates? I was overweight and not really enjoying my life in the body that I had. At […]
Falls are the leading cause of injuries and hospitalisations amongst the elderly population. It is estimated that 1 in 3 people over 65 years of age will have a fall at least once a year. The type of injuries sustained from these falls may include fractures and dislocations mainly of the wrist, shoulder and hip […]
With Senior’s Week this month, we thought we’d remind you about our Senior’s induction program, Young at Heart. You may have friends or family who have been thinking about trying exercise, but are not sure where to start or how to do it safely. This is where our Young at Heart program may be able […]
By Michael Henry, Diploma of Science & Fitness Professional Level 2. I remember starting out in this industry around a decade ago and recall that things were a little different back then. What we know “for sure” today is not on par with what was “for sure” back then. The average amount of cardio recommended […]
With Easter just around the corner, so too is the thought of chocolate. Try this healthy option Flourless Chocolate Cake without the guilt; it contains much less fat than many common chocolate cake recipes, plus it’s gluten and wheat free. Enjoy! Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake Ingredients 1 1/2 cup packed almond meal 1/2 cup dark […]
By Adam Bryant, Registered Fitness Professional Level 2 (Cert III & Cert IV Fitness) What is a squat? A squat (pictured) is a functional exercise which can be performed using body weight, or added weight. The squat can be tailored to fitness and mobility needs based on the individual. Should I squat? The simple answer […]
2014 is your year! Make it fresh. Make it healthy. What didn’t you do in 2013 that could have made you healthier? Do it in 2014! 1. Throw out your junk food. If you bought too much junk food, throw it out! Clean out the fridge and pantry. Get rid of the jink food. Make […]
