Exercise Right Week 2024
Written by: Nikki Holding (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) This week is national Exercise Right Week; promoting the important role of physical activity in improving physical and mental health within our community.
The Perils and Dangers of Sedentary Behaviour; and the Power of Exercise Intervention
Written by: Abhishek Behl (Accredited Exercise Scientist) In today’s fast-paced world, sedentary behaviour has become a crisis for public health in Australia. Sedentary behaviour can be defined as ‘activities
Exercise and its Profound Impact on Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Written by: Heidi Olynyk (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disorder affecting the central nervous system causing the immune
The Effects of Statin Medication on the Development of Tendinopathy
Written by: Brendan Rigby (Accredited Exercise Physiologist Statin medications have become a commonly prescribed treatment for individuals with high cholesterol levels and those at risk of cardiovascular diseases.
High-Velocity Resistance Training Improves Executive Function in Mobility-Limited Older Adults
Written by: Brendan Rigby (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) As we age, maintaining both physical and cognitive function becomes increasingly important for our overall well-being and quality of life. Among the
The Mind-Body Connection: How Exercise Boosts Mental Well-being
Written by: Brendan Rigby (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) In a world where stress, anxiety, and mental health issues are on the rise, the quest for effective solutions is more critical than ever. While therapy,
Understanding Diabetes In Australia
Written by: Niki Holding (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) Diabetes is a disease which is growing across many age groups within Australia. Within the last decade the prevalence of Diabetes has increased
The Exercise Drug: Irisin
Written by: Matthew McQueen (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) What is Irisin? Irisin is a myokine (hormone), cleaved from the membrane protein FND5C via muscle contraction, first discovered in 2012. This hormone