Did you know 80% of teenagers around the world aren't getting enough exercise? So, why aren't they meeting the physical activity recommendations and what can we do about it? Teenagers are...
It’s crunch time for a lot of students all over Australia. With university students coming to the end of another busy semester and HSC examinations fast approaching, trying to fit...
Should kids lift weights? Given that it can improve health, boost function, and stave off injury, YES. But it needs to be done properly, of course. I first started lifting weights...
Playing sport is an integral part of growing up. Yet as kids move into their teenage years, sporting participation drops. One of the main reasons for this dropout rate is...
As a parent, there’s a lot of information out there about what’s “right” for your child. It can be hard to sort fact from fiction, and everyone seems to have...
We’ve all read about children spending too much time on their devices and needing to be more active. The statistics on overweight and obese children are testament to the fact...
We know physical activity is important for everyone – kids included! But do you know how much activity is appropriate for you child? What kinds of activities your child should...
The incidence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is on the rise. As the number of cases diagnosed increases, so to does the interest in the health and well-being of those...
We're all familiar with the big "C" word. Either we have been through the experience ourselves, or know someone who has. We hear about adult cancer weekly, if not daily, however...
What is overweight, obesity and how are these measured? Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health (The World Health Organisation). Body Mass Index (BMI)...