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, […]
Do we really need to stretch before exercising?
/in Health, Lifestyle, Training Tips /by Health MatesASK THE PHYSIO: When Should I Stretch? In this month’s newsletter, we are going to cover the issue of whether it is better to stretch before or after exercise. For as long as we can remember, we’ve been told to stretch before any type of physical exercise. From our childhood gym classes to our more […]
Erica was determined to lose the extra kilos.
/in Health, Lifestyle, Member of the Month /by Health MatesMEMBER 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 […]
Plank Challenge
/in Offers & Competitions /by Health MatesDO 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 […]
Meet Our Yoga Teacher Nicole
/in Group Exercise, Health, Lifestyle, Meet the team /by Health MatesNicole 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, […]
Is Your Heart In It?
/in Health /by Health MatesPhysical 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 […]
Water consumption
/in Health, Lifestyle /by Health MatesThere 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 […]
Personal Trainer Profile: Rhys
/in Meet Our Trainers, Meet the team, Personal Training /by Health MatesWe would like to welcome Rhys to our Personal Training team. Rhys has a Bachelor of Sports Science and Exercise together with 8 years of experience in the fitness industry. Rhys specialises in strength and conditioning training as a sports trainer with representative rugby league having trained high profile athletes through South Sydney juniors since […]
Ask The Physio: Tennis Elbow
/in Health, Lifestyle, Training Tips /by Health MatesIn 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 […]
Sebastian didn’t like the way he looked and was determined to do something about it
/in Health, Lifestyle, Member of the Month, Nutrition /by Health MatesName: 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 […]
$0 Joining Fee – One Day Only
/in Offers & Competitions /by Health MatesTo celebrate the official opening of Revesby Village Centre we are offering $0 joining fee for one day only! Come down to the Revesby Village Centre Community Fun Fair and Official Opening on Saturday 9th May, see us at the Health Mates stand and save yourself $79! As an extra bonus, the first 25 people […]