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We Went to Thrive Festival and Here’s What It Reminded Us About Health

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What happens when you bring people together around health, wellbeing, creativity, movement and community? You get something pretty special. On Saturday, we headed along to the Thrive Festival, a health and wellness event built around one of the things we believe matters enormously to wellbeing: connection, fun and laughter. With workshops, demonstrations, talks, roving entertainers,

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Does Weight Loss from GLP-1 Medications Cause Muscle and Bone Loss? What Exercise Can Do

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By Elka Cruz, Accredited Exercise Physiologist GLP-1 medications have changed the way we approach weight management. For many people, medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide can make significant weight loss more achievable. They can be an important part of a person’s overall health plan when prescribed and monitored appropriately. But there is an important question

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Why Grip Strength Could Be the Most Important Health Test You’ve Never Heard Of

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By Emily Waugh, Physiotherapist When was the last time you thought about your grip strength? For most people, the answer is probably “never”, unless you’ve struggled to open a stubborn jar or carry the shopping. But what if we told you that your grip strength can tell us much more than how strong your hands

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Living with Intention: Stop Splashing Around and Start Living on Purpose

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By Elka Cruz, Exercise Physiologist Have you ever reached the end of the day and wondered where the time went and what you actually did? Between the chaos of getting the kids to where they need to be, work, emails, meetings, shopping and every other task needing to be done, you somehow managed to keep

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Why Movement is One of the Best Investments You’ll Ever Make

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Every year, Exercise Right Week shines a spotlight on simple yet powerful strategies to help you completely change your life. Exercise Right for YOUR Life.   This national initiative, powered by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), encourages Australians of all ages, fitness levels and health backgrounds to discover how the right exercise can improve

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How Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy Can Help with Osteoarthritis

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By Emily Waugh, Principal Physiotherapist | APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist   Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones in the joints deteriorates over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. OA commonly

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Helping Your Sore, Stiff Hands Feel Stronger Again

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Sore, stiff hands can quietly start interfering with everyday life. Opening jars becomes frustrating. Writing feels harder. Typing, cooking, gardening or knitting might leave your hands aching. Hand osteoarthritis is common, especially as we get older. While it’s a long-term condition, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with worsening pain or losing function. With the right

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Preventing Injuries When Returning to Sport and Pre-Season Training

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The return to sport and pre-season training is an exciting time, but it’s also when we see the highest number of preventable sports injuries. Whether you’re getting back into local football, netball, cricket, soccer, running, or gym training, how you return to sport matters. Rushing back after a break or increasing training too quickly can

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