Did you know that most Australians avoid eating nuts for fear of weight gain or taking in too much fat? Contrary to this belief, nuts are actually among the best foods to snack on for weight loss. Almonds, macadamias, cashews,…
Heat massage is effective for knee pain as it widens blood vessels, increases circulation, and loosens tight muscles. In this post, we discuss the benefits of heat treatment and massage and how to apply both methods using a heated knee…
Are you thinking of switching to a healthier eating lifestyle? Research in 2019 reported that about 2.5 million Australians have started following a plant-based diet. The availability of plant-based alternatives in grocery stores today suggests its continuous popularity. But before…
According to the most recent ABS National Health Survey (2022), 46.9% of employed adults spend most of their work hours sitting. Adding physical activity to our routine is one way to combat our sedentary lifestyle. But if we want to…
Do you often feel backaches after work? Is working out or doing everyday tasks a struggle because of tight back muscles? Back pain can be debilitating, but you can also roll it away with a yoga wheel. A yoga wheel…
To work the arms on a stationary bike, you can use dumbbells, resistance bands or a medicine ball to move your upper body while pedalling. Non-equipment moves like bike push-ups and arm circles are good options, too. You may also…
Treadmill before or after weight training is yet another workout dilemma. We know that both are important to most fitness programs. But does workout sequence matter?
