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There are a great many reasons why stair climbing is growing in popularity around the globe. Apart from the practical aspects of accessibility, adaptability to all fitness levels and no associated costs, some of the physical benefits include: It’s low impact and doesn’t place great force on joints (if performed correctly). Strengthens all your lower […]
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It was Abraham Lincoln who said, ‘Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.’ When it comes to advancing your career, Lincoln’s advice rings true. Some people just wait for things to happen, while others actively pursue opportunities. There are many ways to advance your career and
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Results of national survey announced as inaugural event concludes The inaugural Australia-wide initiative Natural Medicine Week, 20 to 27 May, has wrapped up with the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS) calling the venture a great success and releasing new key findings from a national survey into consumer behavior around natural medicine. Results of the 2016 Natural Medicine
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By Leanne Sklavenitis Step 1. Listen and Learn Don’t just listen, really listen. Listen to your client’s not only with your ears but using NLP (neuro linguistic programming) methods use all your senses to give them your undivided attention. With your eyes look at your client’s body language when they speak to you – what
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You can get an upper from a cuppa: introducing The Organic Trainer, Australia’s first range of teas to help aid exercise recovery Forget a high tea, the new all-natural exercise teas from The Organic Trainer are designed to provide a natural tea high and are providing a welcomed, natural alternative recovery drink for fitness clubs,
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This article was updated in February 2024. Generally speaking, breakfast cereals have gotten a pretty bad rap over their excessive sugar content and seemingly exaggerated nutritional benefits that are claimed on the packaging. That’s why we thought it was interesting that the Dietitians Association of Australia shared this research that shows breakfast cereal-eating Aussies might
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Tarian Pantry has launched a new eBook, I Eat Plants Lifestyle Diet, aiming to dispel the misinformation that a pure plant diet is inadequate for good health or to support the demands of an active, sporty lifestyle. But how do you get your protein? It’s a question with which Amanda Meggison, plant-powered endurance runner and founder
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While it’s known that metabolism slows when people diet, new research indicates that metabolism remains suppressed even when people regain much of the weight they lost while dieting. The findings come from a study of contestants in “The Biggest Loser” television series. Despite substantial weight regain in the six years following participation, resting metabolic rate remained
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Study Finds Free Weights In Gyms Had 362 Times More Germs Than The Average Toilet Seat A recent study of hygiene in US gyms has revealed that free weights examined had 362 times more germs than the average toilet seat. The study by US-based gym equipment comparison website FitRated gathered bacteria samples from 27 different
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Investigations by a regional NSW paediatric surgeon have revealed that abdominal problems in children may be caused by tension in the psoas muscle. Dr Tracey Merriman and remedial masseur Greg Hewitt have been researching whether soft tissue massage of the ‘psoas’ muscle can alleviate chronic and often debilitating abdominal pain in childhood, and have presented
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And… the Fitness & Health Expo has come to an end for yet another year. Here is our final collection of pics from day 3’s frivolities. Over the course of the weekend we captured some great interviews with some innovative suppliers, and we look forward to sharing these with you over the coming months. Remember, if
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Lots more people attended the Fitness & Health Expo today, with doors being opened to the general public (Friday is trade day, where only folks who work in the fitness industry can attend). Here’s another pictorial summary of just some of the goings on from today’s fun and happenings.
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