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Fitness and exercise
Cycling tips for beginners
Whether you're cycling to work, for exercise, or just for fun, the humble bicycle is an easy way to get more active. Here’s how to get started.
Healthy and active children
Physical activity, healthy eating and a proper rest are key aspects of children’s health. This page provides information and links to resources.
Health benefits of swimming
Swimming is a great low-impact activity you can do at any age. These tips will help you get started.
How to start exercising
You don’t have to exercise to the point of collapse to get health benefits. This article shows you how simple it can be to get active.
Physical activity guidelines for older adults
If you are over 65, you should try to be active every day. Here are tips on how to stay fit and information about how much physical activity you need.
Running tips for beginners
Running can be a fun way to exercise. It can help keep you in shape and lose weight too. This article shows you how.
Yoga for beginners
Considering yoga? Here are many of the answers to common yoga questions, including how it can benefit your health and how to find a class.
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Make Healthy Normal - Tips for overcoming barriers to physical activity
Research has shown that the more physical activity you do, the better! If you aren't sure where to start or regularly come up against barriers, here are some helpful strategies to consider
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Sports & Fitness Professionals
Both males and females engaged in competitive physical activities, including sports, fitness and dance, have increased rates of body dissatisfaction, disordered eating and eating disorders
Read more on NEDC - National Eating Disorders Collaboration website
Physical activity and exercise for children
Here is trusted advice about how much daily exercise your child needs for good health and fitness and how you can encourage your child to be more active.
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Kids' Health - Topics - Fitness - for kids
How do you know if you are fit?If you've ever asked yourself these questions, then read on and you will find some answers
Read more on Women's and Children's Health Network website
For Fitness Professionals | How Far Is Too Far?
Sports and fitness professionals are in an ideal position to notice when exercise develops into an obsession Some sports and activities are particularly high-risk Its important to be aware of your own risk factors and practice self-careParticipating in exercise and sport can be a fun, enjoyable and social way to improve your physical and mental health
Read more on Eating Disorders Victoria website
Modifying exercise programs Fitness professionals Pelvic Floor First
One size doesn't fit all when it comes to exercise, so if you have a client with, or at risk of, pelvic floor problems, it's important to tailor their exercise program to suit their needs.
Read more on Continence Foundation of Australia website
Exercise and Fitness | How Far Is Too Far?
Exercise and physical fitness have benefits for your emotional, physical and mental health Different people need different amounts of exercise Compulsive exercise is not related to the number of hours spent exercising, but to the mind-set behind the exercise Compulsive exercise can lead to serious health issues There is a link between compulsive exercising and eating disordersExercise and sport are important parts of a healthy and balanced lifestyle
Read more on Eating Disorders Victoria website
Being a Body Positive Fitness Professional | How Far Is Too Far?
By focusing on the benefits and enjoyment of exercise rather than appearance and weight loss, you will help create a balanced and healthy approach to fitness Fitness goals arent always necessary, but if they are used, they should not focus on appearance Fitness professionals who use health and wellbeing goals have greater attendance and retention ratesThere are a number of strategies that you can use to work with your clients or members to encourage healthy body image and a balanced approach to exercise, including:Accept that bodies come in different sizes and shapes Build in non-appearance or weight related goals to their program Avoid potentially triggering activities such as unnecessary measurements or weigh-ins, and never share weights or measurements with others Pay attention to their attitudes and feelings towards exercise and looking out for warning signs Pay attention to their attitudes and behaviours relating to food and dieting Be aware of your own attitudes towards body shape, weight, exercise and food, and being a positive role model Focus on the huge variety of benefits exercise can provide Dont support fad diets or an emphasis on weight loss Be supportive even if training or competition schedules are disrupted while someone seeks helpYour aim as a fitness professional is usually to make exercise a life-long habit, so having specific performance related goals isnt always necessary
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Keeping fit during pregnancy
During pregnancy your body goes through many changes to accommodate for the baby growing inside you.
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Farmer fitness | National Centre for Farmer Health
Farming is still a physically demanding way of life, but it is not as active as it was in the past. Read more...
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Face-to-face versus remote and web 2.0 interventions for promoting physical activity | Cochrane
Authors' conclusions: There is insufficient evidence to assess whether face-to-face interventions or remote and web 2
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Fact Sheet on the Benefits of Exercise Update Your Knowledge
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Exercise & depression
Research suggests that regular exercise may increase the level of brain serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, sleep, libido, appetite and other functions .
Read more on Black Dog Institute website
Exercise-Induced Neuroplasticity Creating New Neural Pathways
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Osteoporosis - Australasian Menopause Society
Osteoporosis is a condition characterised by weakened bones that fracture easily. After menopause many women are at risk of developing osteoporosis.Peak bone mass is usually reached during a womans 20s to 30s when the skeleton has stopped growing and bones are at their strongest.The female sex hormone oestrogen plays an important role in maintaining bone strength. After menopause oestrogen levels drop and this may result in increased bone loss. The average woman loses up to 10 per cent of
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The Amputation Journey
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Cancer Rehabilitation in a Multidisciplinary Team
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