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Easy at-home seated exercises

When you’re beginning at exercise it’s a great idea to start with very simple exercises that start you activating muscles around the major joints, and building up some core strength, while your body is in a stable position to reduce the risk of falls and injury. Sitting down in a comfortable and stable chair is... Read more »
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Easy at-home standing stretches

Stretching is one of the most important and also one of the most neglected things we can do to improve our mobility, ability to perform daily tasks, relieve muscle tension, not to mention a huge part of injury prevention. Stretching doesn’t have to take a long time or be difficult. In fact stretching should be... Read more »
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Balance exercises for older adults

Falls can lead to significant injury, disability and even death in older adults, in fact, falls are the leading cause of deaths from injury for Australians aged 65 and over. On average, one in three people aged 65 and over will fall at least once per year. Rates of falls are higher among older women... Read more »
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5 Easy ways to find more time to exercise

Finding it hard to come up with enough time for a training session? Winter can be a hard time of the year to keep the motivation up, but summer is only around the corner! Follow these five practical tips for keeping active and adding more exercise into your day! There is so much more you... Read more »
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Osteoporosis – exercises to avoid

Osteoporosis: exercises to avoid Osteoporosis is the loss of calcium and other minerals from a person’s bones, which makes the bones susceptible to fracturing. In Australia, around half of all women and one third of men over 60 years of age have osteoporosis. Women are more likely to have osteoporosis because the hormonal changes of... Read more »
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8 bedtime stretches for a better night’s sleep

Sometimes it can be a challenge to switch off at the end of a busy day, let go of our stress and prepare for sleep. Stretching has been shown to assist in releasing muscles tension, promoting circulation, helping us to be mindful, slow down and relieve stress. A simple stretch before bedtime can help to... Read more »
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Stretching to Reduce Stress

There is a strong correlation between stretching and relieving stress. When we are under stress our body’s “fight or flight” response is triggered and our muscles become tense. Chronic pain can develop in places where tension is held, commonly the shoulders, lower back, neck and head – this pain can then cause stress which creates... Read more »
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Simple stretches to wake you up and start your day

In Adelaide, just like anywhere else, sometimes getting up and getting going in the morning can be a struggle. The key to feeling alert and awake is to get your blood flowing, your muscles activated, and your body switched on and tuned in. Rather than stumbling to the kitchen and reaching for the coffee, try... Read more »
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