Refocus Through WinterByMatt Fuller28 June 2017Have you recently completed a fitness charity event in Australia? As the soreness eases, and the muscles start to recover, remember this is not the time to lose focus, slacken off and slip back into unhealthy habits, especially over winter. Having reached the halfway point of the year, the next few months are the most important for staying on track.Our resident fitness expert, Matt Fuller told us, "I know only too well from personal experiences that after dedicating yourself to an event, it can leave you feeling flat and mentally drained. Many people go from zero to hero and straight back to zero. Find the middle ground, stay mentally strong and don’t forget it’s ok to slow down but don’t stop." In this article Matt explains how important it is to stay motivated and also shares his favourite winter workout.Category:FitnessRead More0 Comments
Getting Back into Exercise After PregnancyByTammy George28 June 2017Knowing how and when to exercise after your baby is born isn’t easy, here are a few tips to help get you started.Category:Maternity Care, Fitness, PregnancyRead More0 Comments
9 Reasons Why you Should Take Up YogaByTammy George17 May 2017Yoga can provide a range of health benefits, why not try a session for yourself?Category:Fitness, Healthy LivingRead More0 Comments
HIF Dog ’n’ Health Games 2017ByMatt Fuller13 April 2017With the second HIF Dog 'n' Health Games just around the corner now, we asked our fitness guru Matt Fuller to explore how pets can have a positive impact on our health and lifestyle in return. Even better, Matt has included short clip of him and Boots working out together in the park. So the next time you're out with your fur-kid why not give it a go? Category:Fitness, Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Exercise – Why It’s So Much More than “Physical” and How It’s Good for Your Mental HealthByDr. Happy 20 March 2017Did you know that exercise is one of the most commonly used and one of the most effective “stress busters” and antidepressants there is, as well as being one of the simplest, cheapest and most powerful happiness boosters! According to mental health professional, Dr. Happy, "Happy people tend to be healthier, they get sick less often and if they do get sick they recover more quickly; controlling for other variables happy people actually live longer! So, it’s generally not all that hard to convince people that exercise is good for them but given this, it’s disappointing when we look at the research and see how few people do it often enough." With this in mind, we chatted to Dr. Happy to get his top tips that will enhance your motivation and help you get moving and get happy.Category:Mental Health, Fitness, Healthy LivingRead More0 Comments
Guide to Setting Yourself Attainable GoalsByTammy George22 February 2017Just because your new year's resolution didn't work out for you, don't abandon your goals just yet.Category:FitnessRead More0 Comments
How to Motivate Yourself Towards Your GoalsByMatt Fuller14 February 2017Have you ever found yourself setting your ideal fitness goals but not actually mustering up the motivation to follow them through? Don't worry you're not alone, this is something our resident fitness expert Matt Fuller has seen many times, according to Matt "Self-belief is power. Believe you can make a positive change and that way you will stay focussed and be on-track to succeed. Keeping your goals and working towards your results takes discipline, mental strength and a touch of arrogance. First work out your plan and leave the desired result out for the moment." In this article, Matt provides his advice on how to create a plan to motivate yourself and the benefits you can gain. Category:FitnessRead More0 Comments
Goal Setting Plan for MotivationByMatt Fuller05 January 2017Are you struggling to find some motivation after the holidays? Don't worry you're not alone, in today’s society we all lead very busy lives and that’s why goal setting is as important as exercise itself. According to health and fitness professional Matt Fuller, "The benefit of setting short term health and fitness goals will enable you to build a platform to reach your long term goals. When it comes to physical activity, goal setting is vitally important to keep yourself disciplined and consistent with your training." In this post, Matt offers his advice on how to get organised and set realistic goals that will lead to long term benefits.Category:FitnessRead More0 Comments