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Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by extreme degeneration of bone density. It is a critical health concern affecting millions in Australia, especially as we age. Optimising bone health with osteoporosis is crucial as the natural bone layering process...

Exercise Physiology for Mental Health Exercise. Exercise is not only about physical fitness, it can also have a profound impact on mental well-being. Scientific research has consistently demonstrated the positive impact of exercise on various aspects of mental health....

Starting an Exercise Regime It can be daunting when you are thinking of starting an exercise regime. Sometimes we don’t know where or how to start. Sometimes previous experiences leaves us feeling less confident to try again. Today, we will provide you with industry...

Postural dysfunction, such as scoliosis, dowager’s hump (kyphosis), forward head carry and sway back, specifically refers to changes to joint structure or bone placement. These changes may negatively impact movement quality and can also result in pain and discomfort....

Unlocking Heart Health: The Role of Exercise in Cardiovascular Wellness Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a broad term that encompasses a range of conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. The most common examples include coronary heart disease, stroke,...

Let’s explore the role of Exercise Physiology for Cancer Patients A cancer diagnosis brings a host of physical and emotional challenges. Today we will explore the role of exercise in the process of treatment and after therapy. There is growing interest in the power of...

Today we will explore some common issues associated with poor posture, and exercises to improve your posture. Rounded shoulders, jutting neck, lazy core. If these common posture habits sound familiar, this blog post is for you. Not all postures are the same, however...

Living with osteoarthritis poses unique challenges, marked by gradual degeneration of articular surfaces in synovial joints. It most commonly occurs in the hips, knees, ankles and hands. With no real cure, it is one of the leading burdens of disability in walking,...

Exercise is medicine for type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetesLets discuss the benefits of exercise for type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetic conditions. Type 2 diabetes has increasingly become a common Australian disease. It’s this commonality that creates a level of...

Why chronic back pain should be treated differently to acute pain. In the hustle of modern life, neck and lower back pain have become unwelcome companions for many. Typical issues include desk jobs, high screen time, improper lifting and carrying, and labour heavy...