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 […]
Nicole has almost 10 years Yoga experience and has been teaching as a way of sharing her passion of the Yoga practice with others. Having trained with Duncan Peake of Power Living Yoga Australia and other international teachers such as Annie Carpenter, Simon Park, Patrick Beach and Meghan Currie, her knowledge of Asana/movement (technique, anatomy, […]
Physical inactivity is a major killer and a significant contributor to the burden of chronic disease in Australia. Disturbingly, just two in three (66.9%) of Australians aged 15 and over engage in low levels of exercise. The Heart Foundation is determined to tackle chronic disease and get Australians to move more and sit less. It’s […]
There are many reasons why it is important to drink water, especially if you are trying to lose weight. Initial weight loss is largely due to loss of water, and you need to drink an adequate amount of water in order to avoid dehydration. Adults should be aiming for 1 litre per 30 kilos of […]
In this months ‘Ask the Physio’ I will be providing some useful information about literal spicondblalgia, or as it is more commonly known, ‘tennis elbow’. Pain over the lateral aspect of the elbow and forearm is a frequent complaint for patients attending our physiotherapy clinic. Pain and discomfort in this region of the elbow can […]
Name: Sebastian Raco Member since: 2010 Top tip: Never give up… and more importantly ensure your diet is in order. How long have you been a member of Health Mates? I have been a member of Health Mates since October 2010. What inspired you to join Health Mates? I had blown out to 97 […]
Living an active lifestyle is important for your general wellbeing, but also increasingly important for your heart health no matter what your age is. Daily exercise lowers your risk of preventable diseases such as Type II Diabetes, obesity, some cancers and coronary heart disease. Exercise is also shown to increase mental wellbeing and social health. […]
Easter is a time when the shops are filled with chocolate. Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, blocks of chocolate… it’s everywhere! But that doesn’t mean your stomach needs to be filled with chocolate too! Instead of over indulging in commercial chocolate that is high in refined sugars and unhealthy fats, try this healthy chocolate bliss ball […]
A frozen shoulder seems to come from nowhere. Often there is little or no injury and there are really no specific shoulder tests to determine if you have a frozen shoulder. A frozen shoulder can be a scary experience and it may be a cause of shoulder pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint, which […]
MEMBER OF THE MONTH Name: Tamena Yarak Member since: 2005 (10 years) Top tip: “Make friends here to keep motivated and don’t ever be afraid to ask for help.” HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A MEMBER OF HEALTH MATES? I have been a member of Health Mates since 2005. I love coming to Health Mates […]
