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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.

5 Essential Tips for Setting Goals

5 Essential Tips for Setting Goals

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
04 December 2022
Goal setting sounds like a straightforward task as it is so commonly practice, but goal setting can be done even better with the practical, evidence-based tips outlined in this article. 
Category:Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Living, Later in Life
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Are Wearable Fitness Trackers Making Us Healthier?

Are Wearable Fitness Trackers Making Us Healthier?

Scott Henderson
ByScott Henderson
28 November 2022
An Australian team of researchers from the University of South Australia have put scientific principles to use to answer a question many of us have pondered; are fitness trackers worth the investment and are they actually keeping us accountable when it comes to our fitness?
Category:Fitness, Healthy Living
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It’s OK not to do stuff!

It’s OK not to do stuff!

Dr. Happy
ByDr. Happy
23 November 2022
With so much focus on “getting stuff done” and with so much life dissatisfaction felt by so many, maybe it’s time to give more thought to what we don’t want (or need) to get done! 
Category:Mental Health, Healthy Living, Stress and Anxiety
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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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Everything Sheet Pan Frittata

Everything Sheet Pan Frittata

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
12 March 2018
Looking for some lunch inspiration? Why not use up all your fridge leftovers in this big sheet pan frittata by HIF food guru, Helen from Scrummy Lane? This dish combines eggs, mushrooms, onion, carrot, capsicum, broccoli, cheese and pesto. So it's absolutely packed with flavour and perfect for take to work lunches all week too!
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Greek Tortilla Pinwheels

Greek Tortilla Pinwheels

Laura Vissaritis
ByLaura Vissaritis
22 February 2018
An easy little party appetizer that takes hardly any effort to make but looks pretty cute! Just chop Greek salad bits, scatter them over a feta and yogurt spread on a tortilla, roll up the tortilla, and chop into rounds. Delicious!
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The Best Greek Potatoes

The Best Greek Potatoes

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
16 February 2018
These Greek potatoes by HIF foodie Helen from Scrummy Lane truly deserve to have the words 'the best' in their title. They're tasty, creamy, and crispy all at the same time, and go with anything. According to Helen, "They take about an hour and a half to cook, but they are EASY. Simply cut potatoes into thick wedges, tip into a baking dish and pour over stock, olive oil, lemon juice and oregano. Bake for 45 minutes, stir well, then bake for another 45 minutes - simple." Enjoy 
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Reaching Your Exercise Goals Is About Keeping Motivated

Reaching Your Exercise Goals Is About Keeping Motivated

Tammy George
ByTammy George
15 February 2018
The majority of people exercise for improved fitness and health but our goals are as individual as we are. Fitness should be a lifetime commitment with ever-changing goals. As we age and our family and work lives move to their next phase so do our goals.
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How to Cut Costs on Your Gym Membership

How to Cut Costs on Your Gym Membership

HIF Australia
ByHIF Australia
12 February 2018
How can you keep gym membership costs to a minimum? In her latest article for HIF, Bessie Hassan from finder.com.au shares her top tips on how you can get exercise for less. 
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Crispy Halloumi Fries (and dips)!

Crispy Halloumi Fries (and dips)!

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
06 February 2018
Doesn’t everyone love crispy fries with a dip? We all know how to make those, though, so we thought we’d share Helen's different sort of fries today – crispy halloumi fries! We hope you enjoy. 
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Spinach, Pesto and Parmesan Orzo Salad

Spinach, Pesto and Parmesan Orzo Salad

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
25 January 2018
Looking for some quick lunch ideas? Check out this orzo salad packed with freshly-made basil and olive oil pesto, toasted pine nuts, shredded baby spinach and parmesan cheese. 
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The Impacts of Stress

The Impacts of Stress

Matt Fuller
ByMatt Fuller
22 January 2018
Have you started the new year fresh and motivated or have you found it more of a difficult and stressful time? According to health and fitness expert, Matt Fuller, "Suffering from stress over this time of the year is not uncommon and there are many factors that can contribute to this feeling for example, financial stress – we may have overspent at Christmas or during the holiday break so finances are tighter than normal." With this in mind, we caught up with Matt to hear this thoughts on how we can best manage stress and why it is so important when it comes to our bodies. 
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Crispy Mushroom Filo Triangles

Crispy Mushroom Filo Triangles

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
18 January 2018
Looking for an easy party appetizer that's sure to be a crowd pleaser? These crispy mushroom filo triangles by Helen from Scrummy Lane only contain 7 main ingredients, but are absolutely delicious. Click through to the article for the handy how-to video!
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Opinions of Weight Management when Pregnant

Opinions of Weight Management when Pregnant

Tammy George
ByTammy George
14 January 2018
Being pregnant isn’t the time to relax about your weight. Keep it in check and your post-baby self will thank you.
Category:Maternity Care, Nutrition, Pregnancy
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Giant Cheddar and Bacon Rosti

Giant Cheddar and Bacon Rosti

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
12 January 2018
Need some inspiration for breakfast this weekend? Well we have the perfect option for you. Enter this giant cheesy, bacon, potato brunch - perfect with a runny poached egg! Delicious. 
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Brussels Sprouts Greek Yoghurt Coleslaw

Brussels Sprouts Greek Yoghurt Coleslaw

Helen Schofield
ByHelen Schofield
28 December 2017
Do you have some leftover Christmas veggies? Why not try this healthy version of coleslaw made with brussels sprouts, carrots, apples and Greek yoghurt. Delicious! 
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