Motivation: How to get started and staying motivated

To make changes to your life, you need motivation. Learn why motivation’s important, how to get and stay motivated, and where to get help to achieve your goals.

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Goal setting

Setting goals is an effective way to increase motivation and help you make the changes you desire. Learn about setting and reaching goals here.

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Cardiovascular exercise

Discover the essentials of cardiovascular exercise, its health benefits, and practical tips for safe and effective workouts.

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Losing interest

Losing interest in things you once enjoyed can happen sometimes, but if it’s ongoing it may be a sign of a mental health condition like depression.

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RACGP Healthy Habits

RACGP Healthy Habits is a digital health support program developed by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) in partnership with the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care.

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Strength training for beginners

Strength training is any form of exercise involving weights or resistance. Learn how it improves your physical and mental health.

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Health benefits of swimming

Swimming is a great low-impact activity you can do at any age. These tips will help you get started.

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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.

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Physical activity guidelines for older people

Over-60s should try to be active every day. Here's how much exercise you need to stay mentally and physically strong and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis.

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Walking for exercise

Discover the physical and mental health benefits of walking as a form of exercise. Improve your fitness and learn how to make every step count.

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Health benefits of yoga and Pilates

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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Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

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Paranoia

Many people, at times, feel paranoid. Paranoia is a state of mind in which a person believes that others are trying to harm them. Read more for paranoia causes and treatment.

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Exercise and mental health

Exercise is good for your health. It can help with mental illness, reduce stress, and help you sleep. Read about the benefits of exercise here.

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Loneliness and isolation

Everyone feels a sense of loneliness and isolation at times. Learn why you may feel this way, how it affects your mental health and how to deal with it.

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Depression Online - online program

Depression online program from Mental Health Online is designed to help adults over 18 to learn and implement skills and strategies that help manage depression and improve their overall mental health and wellbeing.

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Depression-Anxiety - online program

Depression-Anxiety online program from Mental Health Online is designed to help adults over 18 to manage the symptoms of depression and anxiety at the same time. This program is based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and has been developed by psychologists and researchers from the National eTherapy Centre at Swinburne University.

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Panic Stop! - online program

Panic Stop! online program from Mental Health Online contains a range of resources designed to help adults over 18 to manage panic and agoraphobia, increase understanding of panic attacks and panic disorder and learn the skills and strategies useful for managing panic.

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Cycling and your health

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.

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Self-talk

Self-talk is your inner voice. It's part of your stream of consciousness, allowing you to process and understand what's going on around you.

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Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain with many roles. Imbalances are related to mental illness, addiction and Parkinson’s disease.

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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.

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Group exercise for beginners

Group exercise is when you train with others for fitness or as a form of physical recreation for fun. Group exercise could be team sport or a fitness class.

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How to socialise without alcohol during the holiday season

Learn practical ways to attend and host parties without drinking alcohol — and still have fun.

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Why it’s time to get your walking boots back on

Learn about the health benefits of walking, including how much walking is good for your health.

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Stress

Stress is a normal, physical response, but it becomes a problem when it overwhelms you or continues for a long time. Learn how to tell if you’re too stressed.

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Women don't need to 'put up' with heavy periods

Heavy menstrual bleeding affects 1 in 4 Australian women, but treatment is available. There's no need to suffer in silence.

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Stress in young people

Young people report higher stress levels — and for different reasons — than older Australians. Learn more here.

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Staying healthy when you have a heart condition

It's important to stay healthy if you have a heart condition and you can look after your heart by having a healthy lifestyle.

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How to get better sleep, according to science

Nearly half of Australian adults don't get enough quality sleep. Here are 6 tips for better sleep and the causes of poor sleep to avoid.

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