A practical perspective on exercise for weight loss
More than 2 in 3 Australian adults are overweight or obese. There’s a lot of information out there about how to lose weight and it’s easy to lose track of...
09 December, 2019
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
8 Reasons your doctor should refer you to an exercise physiologist
The science is clear – exercise is medicine. But many doctors aren’t even asking their patients about their activity levels, much less prescribing exercise. If you want to start moving...
21 November, 2019
Referrals to exercise physiologists should be a priority for Australian GPs
The evidence is clear – exercise is medicine for the prevention and management of chronic conditions. Research has shown that a person’s physical activity level is one of the best...
18 November, 2019
7 facts you should know about diabetes
It’s estimated that around 1.7 million Australians are living with this diabetes. Worryingly, one in two people don’t know that they have it. If left unmanaged, diabetes can lead to...
14 November, 2019
The importance of exercise for lung cancer treatment
Lung cancer is the fifth most common cancer in Australia, and the number of new cases continues to rise. As treatments for lung cancer improve, more and more men and...
11 November, 2019
How exercise can help you recover from cancer
Exercise may feel like the last thing someone wants to do during cancer recovery, but research shows it could make all the difference by helping to boost energy levels, minimise...
04 November, 2019
Exercise Right for Brain Cancer
Being diagnosed with brain cancer is a terrifying experience, and exercising is probably the last thing on your mind. But perhaps it shouldn't be...
31 October, 2019
The do’s and don’ts of exercising with colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer (commonly referred to as bowel cancer) is the third most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in Australia. It occurs when abnormal cells in the colon or rectum grow...
28 October, 2019
How to exercise safely with breast cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer for Australian women. It can also occur in men, although this is rare. Thanks to advances in treatment, survival rates for those with...
24 October, 2019