The newest addition to our line of equipment is the plate loaded Hack Squat. The Hack Squat is a machine variation to the classic barbell squat. This machine targets the strong muscles of the upper thigh including the Quadriceps, Hamstrings and Glutes. The benefit of a machine squat is that the Quads receive much more […]
In the first article of our ‘Ask the Physio’ series, we posed the question to our local physiotherapist, Nick from Revesby Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre: ‘What is the best way to recover from an ankle sprain and prevent long term damage?’ Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we see in our physiotherapy clinic and […]
1. Social Whether it’s just a sporting get-together or a social activity afterwards as well, you’re more likely to enjoy your session in the company of friends. 2. Quality time exercising These days everyone is busy and often rushing about. The opportunity to take a little quality time out should not be missed. A group […]
Currently at Health Mates, we are trialling a potential new toy. The Nexersys Interactive Cardio Boxing Station delivers an intelligent and interactive full-body cardio workout. It includes the motivation of an on-screen personal trainer, the benefits of high intensity interval training and the entertainment and feedback from today’s gaming and computer technology. The Nexersys gives […]
Do you wish you were able to relieve your aches and pains? Or maybe you suffer from ITB syndrome, shin splints or poor flexibility. Many of you may have seen these interesting items being used on the gym floor by our gym floor staff or personal trainers. Foam rollers offer many of the same benefits […]
I like things to be simple. Simple for me is best. When I look at a problem I avoid complexity and get back to basics. When I speak to people, I see that there are many different opinions out there. Different methods of how to do this and that. There is more than one way […]
When the colder seasons roll around, things in the gym start to change. Mindsets start to change and habits start to change as the fear of summery, beach attire starts to evaporate. We get comfortable and loosen the straps a little. For some this translates to a little extra stored energy on the waist line […]
Recently at Health Mates we have had a new addition to our list of gym floor equipment. The GHD or “Glute Hamstring Developer” is an apparatus designed to allow users to strengthen their posterior chain of muscles. This chain consists of the Hamstrings, gluteals and spinal erectors and is arguably one of the most unused […]
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a specific type of interval training where you exercise at approximately 80% or more of your maximum ability for a short period of time. This type of training is suitable for those who need a quick burst of energy (eg. footballers), endurance athletes aiming to increase speed and individuals […]
In line with the push up competition being run this month I thought “why not take this opportunity to talk about push ups?” So here we are! If you are like me, you probably have a love hate relationship with this body weight staple. I remember as a kid being tested by coaches and P.E. […]
