Exercise has many benefits for our lives including improving overall health, increasing strength, decreasing risk of chronic diseases and many more. The benefits of exercise for those with Diabetes include potentially reducing medication and an improvement in overall well-being. What is Diabetes? Diabetes occurs when there is an increase of glucose levels in the blood [...]
Have you ever heard of the disease also known as Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)? Recently, an increasing number of people are presenting with this illness. Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease is a disease that has been gaining prominence in the last few years. But what is it? and how does it affect the [...]
The pure mind over body experience is a big motivator for many to run a marathon. Each year sees Fun-runners graduate to Marathon runners and complete newbies strapping on their running shoes to accomplish this feat. So what do they hope to get from the experience? Marathon Motivators Self Improvement a. Crossing the [...]
An active lifestyle can help reduce the risk of preventable diseases and improve your quality of life, by decreasing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity and some types of cancers. It can also improve your mental well-being and self-confidence. The benefits of an active lifestyle: 1. Decreases your blood [...]
Pregnancy and Childbirth often leads to some form of urinary incontinence due to weakness in pelvic floor muscles. This condition is widely accepted as normal for older women and women who have had children. Although common, it is by no means normal and very treatable! What can I do? Early intervention and education can prevent [...]
What is an Exercise Physiologist (EP)? EPs are allied health professionals who specialise in the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries. EPs provide physical activity and behaviour change support for clients with conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, depression, cancer, arthritis, musculoskeletal pain and [...]
