Alcohol…. A few quiet drinks with friends... ‘Just one’…. After work drinks… It can be the start of many a great night, and the catalyst of some of our worst decisions. So what happens when we drink (from a health perspective)? We have a few drinks, which are all high in kJ, and then we become less restrained as our risk aversion shifts. … [Read more...]
Christmas ‘Silly Season’ Survival Guide
Staying active during the ‘silly season’ that is full of end of year parties, Christmas drinks, client parties, new years eve celebrations and holidays can be tricky. This time of year everyone wants to get together, and often you find yourself fully booked with lunches, dinners and catch up drinks day after day. It’s easy to get carried away, … [Read more...]
How Exercise can help beat depression
A growing body of research suggests exercise can help beat depression and anxiety. While many people turn to medication when it comes to treating depression, studies have shown that exercise can be just as effective means of treatment. Unlike many drugs there are almost no side effects from exercise. This is important because in Australia 1 in 5 … [Read more...]
Walking for health
Walking is a great exercise for all fitness levels. First of all it’s weight bearing which helps build strong bones, and is great cardiovascular exercise (at the right intensity) improving cardiovascular health and reducing stress, blood pressure & insulin resistance. Plus walking will help improve your mood, quality of sleep and burn … [Read more...]
Top 5 Holiday Health Tips
Long flights leading to swollen limbs, bad food options, changing time zones, dry cabin air, poor sleep and ever-likely delays when travelling can mean when don’t arrive at our destination feeling fresh. To help combat the perils of modern holidays & business travel, follow these top 5 tips for maintaining your health when travelling. 1.Make … [Read more...]