Exercise for Kids E-Book (ESSA)
Exercise and Physical Activity is important for kids to maintain their physical and emotional wellbeing. This health message is especially relevant during COVID19 whereby structured sport and incidental exercise
The Role of Exercise in Reducing Hypertension
Written by; Sebastian Mann (Bach. Ex. Sci) Hypertension is caused when there is an increase in pressure within our blood vessels which is often caused by factors such as decreased cardiovascular conditioning
Matters of the Heart: How Important is Cardiorespiratory Fitness?
Written by: Rachel Tan (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) Why Aerobic Fitness is an Important Predictor of Health. Cardiorespiratory Fitness Facts: CVD is the single leading cause of death in Australia! One
Exercise for Breast Cancer
Written by Isabella Peters (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) Breast Cancer Facts and Statistics Did You Know? 1 in 8 women in Australia will develop Breast Cancer There is a 90% survival rate however there is
Injury Rehabilitation: The Benefits of Training Your Uninjured Side (Cross-Education)
Unfortunately, things can happen in life or sport that result in an injury. Injuries are a frustrating time for obvious reasons, but if you think that an injury means you must stop training, think again! If for
Exercise Right Week
This week from May 20th – 25th is National Exercise Right Week. The aim of Exercise Right Week is to promote the importance of people engaging in correct exercise strategies that are tailored to their individual
Benefits of Strength Training for Heart Health
Written by; Leiden Dye (3rd year Bach App Sci -Exercise and Sports Science at RMIT) When looking to improve heart health people often think that aerobic (cardiovascular) exercise is the best way to
Exercise Right Week: 2 Weeks to Go!
Exercise Right Week 2019 is an initiative of Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) to promote the important role exercise plays in increasing health and fitness, managing and preventing chronic diseases