How stress and sleep affect your exercise performance
We’ve all had those days where our workout seems a whole lot harder than usual. You push yourself but it feels like there’s just no gas left in the tank....
31 March, 2020
How pacing can help to boost your results
Sometimes we can all go a bit too hard, too soon. We feel good, so we up the intensity and then end up paying for it later. This can be...
25 March, 2020
An exercise physiologist’s guide to functional training
Have you heard of “functional training”? It’s all the rage right now, but what exactly is it and should you be doing it? We asked an exercise physiologist to break...
10 March, 2020
Can I exercise with Psoriatic Arthritis?
Regular exercise can be a daunting concept for many. But for those that have Psoriatic arthritis, or other conditions affecting the joints, it can be particularly challenging. We asked Accredited...
25 February, 2020
How to exercise right for each trimester of pregnancy
For years it was thought that when a woman was pregnant, she must rest and not over-exert herself. Now we know better that it’s actually great for mum and baby...
18 February, 2020
How to stay active and exercise at university
Starting university can be exciting, nerve-racking, wonderful and terrifying. As with any big lifestyle change, it can also have a big impact on your physical activity levels. Elite gymnast and...
11 February, 2020
What is Sleep Hygiene and why is it important?
The importance of a good night sleep can’t be underestimated. It’s a vital component of your physical, social and emotional well-being. To achieve a good night’s sleep, practicing sleep hygiene...
04 February, 2020
The power of deep diaphragmatic breathing
When life gets stressful, someone might tell you to take a deep breath. You might roll your eyes and think “surely a breath isn’t going to fix anything?”. Well, think...
21 January, 2020
Five steps to reaching your fitness goals this New Year
It's a New Year, and for most of us, that means New Year’s resolutions. If you’re sick of hearing about making “SMART” fitness goals (cue eye roll), then this blog...
07 January, 2020
Gynaecological cancers & exercise: What you need to know
Gynaecological cancers, or cancers of the female reproductive system, include cancers of the cervix, fallopian tubes, ovary, placenta, uterus (endometrium), vagina and vulva. Gynaecological cancer will make up approximately 9.7%...
25 November, 2019