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Our purpose is to help members (and our community) live healthier lives - by staying physically active, eating healthy and having a deeper knowledge of their physical wellness through every stage of life. Our healthy lifestyle experts provide exercise tips, recipe inspiration ideas and wellbeing advice to help you move, eat, and feel better.

How Do Wearable Fitness Trackers Work? Keeping an Eye on Your Progress

How Do Wearable Fitness Trackers Work? Keeping an Eye on Your Progress

Tammy George
ByTammy George
31 May 2022
Fitness trackers are a good way of keeping you motivated and on track to reach your goals. Here’s what you should know about wearable fitness trackers.
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Power Plants - The Incredible Health Benefits of Houseplants

Power Plants - The Incredible Health Benefits of Houseplants

Scott Henderson
ByScott Henderson
21 April 2022
Adding greenery to your pad is such a potent health fix, even NASA is getting in on the game. 
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How to Make an Impact During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

How to Make an Impact During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Tammy George
ByTammy George
24 February 2022
Rates of domestic violence remain stubbornly high in Australia but by having a conversation with others in your community, you can help make a difference.
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No one wants to go to hospital, but if the worst happens, having Hospital cover can make a stressful experience easier and more comfortable. You may be thinking, “But why do I need private health insurance when we can have the public health system, Medicare?” Well, there’s a number of reasons why private hospital insurance is a better option than relying solely on the public system – one of the most important one being that your policy allows you to choose your own hospital and treating doctor. Plus, you’ll typically have a much shorter wait time for any elective surgeries that you may need in the future.

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Injury Recovery - Setting SMART Rehab Goals

Injury Recovery - Setting SMART Rehab Goals

Tammy George
ByTammy George
14 January 2022
Setting goals helps trigger new behaviours and guide your focus. By setting goals for your rehabilitation journey, you may find you recover quicker and better than without milestones.
Category:Fitness, Healthy Lifestyle, Injury and Rehabilitation
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Why I’m totally hooked on Pilates and you should be too!

Why I’m totally hooked on Pilates and you should be too!

Em Batger
ByEm Batger
10 January 2022
Pilates gets down deep to the core (literally). Yep, that's right Pilates in all of its forms (and when done correctly) can awaken these very important muscles that can often be a little on the lazy side.
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The Best Healthy Ice Cream Recipes You Need to Try This Summer

The Best Healthy Ice Cream Recipes You Need to Try This Summer

Tammy George
ByTammy George
21 December 2021
Making your own ice cream and icy poles is not just fun for summer, it allows you to make healthy alternatives compared to the store bought varieties.
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10 Common Food Intolerances - When you Should Take a Food Intolerance Test

10 Common Food Intolerances - When you Should Take a Food Intolerance Test

Tammy George
ByTammy George
21 December 2021
Food intolerances are common with around 20% of the world’s population experiencing an intolerance or sensitivity. If you’re experiencing the symptoms but you aren’t sure which food is to blame, there are tests that can help you pinpoint the cause.
Category:Nutrition, General Medical, Conditions and Treatments
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Over Training - What Are The Signs And What Can Be Done About It?

Over Training - What Are The Signs And What Can Be Done About It?

Em Batger
ByEm Batger
10 December 2021

Your body and your mind need down time, which can come from time away from training or rest days but also from lifestyle factors such as sleep, good nutrition, hydration, massage and even movement itself.

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Why Is Swimming So Good For You?

Why Is Swimming So Good For You?

Em Batger
ByEm Batger
10 December 2021
Swimming is a such a fantastic low impact exercise choice, and one that sometimes is under rated and over looked.
Category:Fitness, Healthy Living
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5 Ways To Improve Self Control

5 Ways To Improve Self Control

Rosie Mansfield
ByRosie Mansfield
10 December 2021
Hedonism is a very human quality, especially when it comes to our tastebuds. A little of what you like is certainly good for you, but the joy of that first divine bite of milk chocolate will be guaranteed to lose its edge if the sneaky habit becomes a daily ritual.
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Healthy Christmas Hacks - Warm Roast Chicken Salad

Healthy Christmas Hacks - Warm Roast Chicken Salad

Reece Carter
ByReece Carter
01 December 2021
Let’s face it: summer in Australia can get hot. Still, that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some of the traditional flavours we associate with this time of year. This salad is much lighter than a full-on winter roast, making it perfect for summer Christmases like the ones we get here.
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Introducing Eggs to Your Baby - What You Need to Know

Introducing Eggs to Your Baby - What You Need to Know

Tammy George
ByTammy George
16 November 2021
Egg is one of those foods that parents feed their baby with trepidation. Find out how to safely introduce eggs into your baby’s diet.
Category:Nutrition, Maternity Care
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How to Help a Loved One Quit Smoking - 7 Tips and Tricks

How to Help a Loved One Quit Smoking - 7 Tips and Tricks

Tammy George
ByTammy George
16 November 2021
Reformed smokers will often say quitting was one of the hardest things they’ve done. Quite often it’s the support of family and friends that helps a smoker to quit. Find out how you can help.
Category:Healthy Living, Quitting Smoking
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Smart Snacks - Healthier Rocky Road

Smart Snacks - Healthier Rocky Road

Reece Carter
ByReece Carter
30 October 2021
This healthier version of rocky road is lower in sugar but packed with all the good stuff, including fibre, protein, and plenty of good fats. The coconut oil is optional, but it does help give the chocolate a nice gloss.
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Spring into Training - A Few Quick Tips to Taking Your Exercise Outdoors This Spring

Spring into Training - A Few Quick Tips to Taking Your Exercise Outdoors This Spring

Em Batger
ByEm Batger
20 October 2021
As lockdown starts to ease (fingers crossed), we have a little more freedom (hopefully) and the weather a little warmer (hello spring). I am very much looking forward to doing some workouts outside! Here's a few quick tips to help get you motivated to get back into your fitness regime. 
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