Incidental Activity is NEAT! Here’s how to do more of it
We all know that regular exercise is good for our health, but most of us only focus on “structured” exercise....
21 September, 2021
Why You Should Participate in Sports and Exercise If Visually Impaired
Sport and exercise are filled with so many benefits for everyone – no matter who you are. Regular physical activity is...
17 August, 2021
SMITH-MAGENIS SYNDROME AND EXERCISE
Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) is a rare developmental disorder that affects many parts of the body. It is estimated to occur...
26 May, 2021
Exercise and brain health for older adults
The prevention of cognitive decline and onset of dementia has been identified as an international health priority by the World...
04 November, 2020
Exercising right for older adults with cancer
With 1 in 2 Australian men and women being diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85, there’s over 1...
04 November, 2020
The importance of exercise for ageing heart health
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide and in Australia. Approximately 27% of all deaths and 11%...
04 November, 2020
Sport for older adults
In older age, sport can be engaged in either recreationally or competitively. Research on recreational older persons and masters athletes...
04 November, 2020
Exercise right for chronic pain
Pain is defined as “an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential...
03 November, 2020
Exercise to prevent loneliness
In Australia, 1 in 2 adults report feeling lonely at least once a week, with older Australians most prone to...
03 November, 2020
Before you start exercising: Some helpful tips for older adults
When starting out in any exercise or sport program as an older person, there are some key principles and tips...
03 November, 2020
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