Article updated November 2023. Les Mills Asia Pacific celebrated the 100th release of the hugely popular RPM cycling program with a sell-out event in Sydney this month. The milestone was a testament to 25 years of fresh, engaging workouts with a cult-like following of indoor cycling enthusiasts. What is Les Mills RPM? RPM is a […]
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Sports drinks can be valuable for athletes and individuals engaging in intense, prolonged physical activity. However, for most people and everyday hydration needs, water is the preferred choice due to its simplicity, lack of added sugars, and overall health benefits. When deciding between sports drinks and water, it’s important to consider your goals and whether
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Get ready, Sydney, because next month is the FitHer Expo – the biggest and only consumer-focused expo for women in Australia! What’s New in Fitness had the opportunity to meet with Emma Price, the brainchild of the event, and get the goss on what we can expect at FitHer 2023. Growing up in Tasmania, Emma
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When Fiona McKenzie was struggling to find a good way to stream her dance fitness classes during the pandemic, she decided to take matters into her own hands. With a background in IT and a web developer for a husband, Fiona set about creating her own streaming platform, designed specifically for fitness professionals. This “little
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Amid the technological upgrades of pretty much every other piece of exercise equipment, there’s been one item that has remained untouched – the Pilates reformer. Until now… Nuforma Pilates is the result of over 20 years of research and the previously UK-based offering is now available in the first Nuforma Pilates studio in Bondi Junction,
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Indoor cycling has become more popular than ever, both among trainers and fitness enthusiasts. The Wattbike Atom fits snugly into this category with its innovative features, data-tracking, and sleek design that will fit perfectly into your home. The first iteration of the original Wattbike Atom was introduced in 2017, but it has since gone through
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Menopause brings about changes in various areas of a woman’s health. From shifting body composition and menstrual cycles to temperature fluctuations and emotional challenges, this period (which can go on for years) is often a challenging time. When it comes to menopause and exercise, women may find that what previously ‘worked’ for them, no longer
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With as many as one in five Australians experiencing chronic pain, researchers are constantly searching for new and innovative ways to manage symptoms. The University of South Australia is using VR (virtual reality) to allow chronic pain sufferers to ‘swap’ their body with that of a superhero in a bid to persuade their brain that
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Take your sprint training to the next level with the Run Rocket. Used by professional sporting teams around the world, the Run Rocket sprint trainer is the way to train athletes of all levels for peak performance, increased agility, and explosive power. What is the Run Rocket Sprint Trainer? Lower body strength and power is
Running is a sport for anyone and everyone, all you need is a pair of shoes. Every year, Australian runners, both serious and recreational, lace up their running shoes and hit the road or trail, participating in events extending from local Parkruns and fun runs to more serious marathons. Whether you are a seasoned runner,
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Opening in late 2021, after the strict Victorian COVID restrictions were lifted, Keilor East Leisure Centre has grown to include over 5,000 members. Located in north-west Melbourne’s Moonee Valley, the facility has members of all ages and fitness levels and its’ popular group exercise timetable includes 11 different Les Mills live classes and 5 LES
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This article was updated June 2025. Since ChatGPT started dominating conversations in around February this year, Australians have been wondering which occupations are going to become obsolete. AI has been working its way into the fitness industry for years now via some pretty awesome apps and wearable technology, but with the accessibility of customisable nutrition
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