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Beat It saved my life

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When 59-year old Sharyn Nash joined the Beat It program she was very overweight, taking blood pressure medication, suffering from knee and hip problems and finding everyday life increasingly hard.

Friday, 2 July 2021

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Exercise in the pursuit of happiness

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Often overlooked are the benefits exercise and physical activity can have for your mental health. Exercise can have a significant impact on your mood and mental wellbeing, not just your physical health.

Wednesday, 13 March 2019

Silly season survival guide

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At this busy time of year it is easy to get lost in the excitement, overindulge and neglect your health. Read our tips to stay on track over the silly season

Tuesday, 4 December 2018

Exercise FAQs

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Some of the most frequently asked questions and answers about how and why physical activity is beneficial.

Tuesday, 5 July 2016

Your quick guide to getting fun-run fit

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Congratulations on putting your hand up to accept an exercise challenge. Whether you're taking on a charity walk, fun run, obstacle challenge or bike ride, here are our top three pointers to getting you started.

Friday, 12 October 2018

Dare to be different

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There are numerous benefits in trying new activities or sports as we get older, not only for your physical wellbeing but also for your mental health.

Sunday, 29 July 2018

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Men's Health Week

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June 11-17 marks Men’s Health Week where we look at men’s health overall and the different ways men can keep healthy, physically and emotionally.

Friday, 1 June 2018

Avoiding winter weight gain

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Sedentary behaviour and overeating throughout winter can have a big impact on your weight and wellbeing. Here are four easy ways to stay on track and avoid unnecessary weight gain.

Tuesday, 29 May 2018

Exercise and BGLs

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Staying active on a regular basis will not only mean less frequent highs, but it will also reduce the risk of diabetes related complications in the future.

Friday, 18 May 2018

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Sleep and diabetes

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Sleep is vital to many of our bodily functions and with an estimated 45% of Australian’s suffering from inadequate sleep, it's something worth paying attention to.

Monday, 14 June 2021

Breaking through your barriers

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Everyone feels this barrier from time to time, some of us more than others. If motivation is a mindset, then we need to put a positive spin on movement so we actually want to do it.

Wednesday, 11 October 2017

Make a splash

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Whether it'se taking a dip at the beach, jumping in the local swimming pool or even dancing away in an aqua aerobics class; you are definitely doing yourself a favour by getting in the water.

Tuesday, 3 January 2017

Exercising the whole body

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With regular physical activity or exercise, we can improve the way in which our bodies store and use glucose from the blood, helping to reduce blood glucose levels in the short term and long term. Strength or resistance training is particularly effective in improving our body’s ability to control blood glucose levels as it focuses on the muscle.

Monday, 28 November 2016

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Exercise the whole family can enjoy

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Exercise plays an important role in our health, but with a family to look after it can often be a difficult thing to find time for. Instead of trying to escape the kids to go the gym or for a run, why not include the kids into your routine?

Wednesday, 28 September 2016

5 tips for better health

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When we want to make healthy changes, often the biggest hurdle is changing everything all at once. Try these five tips and take positive steps towards better health.

Friday, 10 January 2020

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