Yoga blocks serve as an excellent prop for beginner yogis by helping them feel supported and confident in their abilities. They make yoga more accessible to everyone, by accommodating different body types, physical capabilities, and limitations. By providing a stable base of support, yoga blocks help beginners maintain proper alignment and balance during asanas (yoga […]
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Diastasis recti is a common condition that occurs when the rectus abdominis muscles (the muscles that make up the six-pack) separate along the linea alba, the connective tissue that runs down the centre of the abdominal wall (1). This separation can lead to a bulge in the midline of the abdomen, a symptom sometimes referred
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Engage your beast mode and secure a spot at the Animal Flow® Level 1 Workshop in Sydney next month. Spanning across two days, this intensive training will teach you all 30 Level 1 movements, including modifications for increasing or decreasing the difficulty level and how to link movements together to create your own “flow”. What
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Are you a passionate surfer or even a keen wannabe surfer, looking to make a difference in the world? If you enjoy getting behind a cause to get motivated and stay active, the SurfAid Make A Wave Challenge is for you! What is SurfAid? SurfAid is an incredible organisation that supports remote communities in Indonesia
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When it comes to strength training, fitness professionals and exercise enthusiasts are often faced with the dilemma of choosing between free weights or machine-loaded weights. Both options have their benefits and can contribute to achieving desired strength goals. So, let’s examine the advantages and disadvantages of free weights and machines, and try to determine the
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For a long time, caffeine has been widely accepted as a diuretic. The popular belief is that consumption of caffeine increases urine production, and subsequently increases the risk of dehydration. In recent years, however, there have been several studies that challenge this long-held view and offer a better understanding of how caffeine affects the body.
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Red light therapy is one of the fastest growing wellness trends in the US and being offered as an extra for members in large fitness franchises such as Planet Fitness. But, is red light therapy really worth it? We took a look at the red light therapy benefits based on science to help you make
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With the cooler months providing perfect weather for those longer runs, we decided to tackle that burning question around chafe and what you can do to prevent chafing when running. Running is one of the best cardio exercises. Even running for as little as 10 minutes a day can significantly improve your heart health along
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Article updated June 2024. Do you have a passion for health and fitness? Are you good at motivating others? If this sounds like you, becoming a personal trainer could be a good fit for you. A significant health boom across Australia isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. Aussies are putting more time and effort
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This article was updated September 2024. With the benefits of sauna use ranging from cardiovascular improvements, faster recovery, mental health, and increased longevity, it’s not surprising that more and more Aussies are making it a part of their overall wellness routine. Blue Mountains Sauna opened in 2022 and has been a roaring success with heat-seekers
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This article was updated December 2025. Lower back pain is a common condition that affects over three million Australians (1) with estimates suggesting that 80% of the population will experience it at some point during their lives. For fitness professionals, this presents a unique challenge – how to incorporate cardio exercise into their clients’ routines
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Article updated May 2025. In the overwhelming world of supplements, there’s one buzz word that’d been getting a workout, and that’s collagen. This article will discuss the benefits of collagen for joint health and some of the ways you can incorporate collagen into your diet. What is collagen? What does it do for the body?
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