Health and Wellbeing

Get Off Your Chair And On Your Feet, Australia!

More than ever, we work and play while seated.  Think of how much prolonged sitting can take place in the average day for an adult Australian: At breakfast In a car or on public transport on the way to work

The Melanoma Athlete Cyclist

I recently recorded this video with Nathan Jones after a presentation at our recent members’ seminar evening.  Nathan is a stage 3A melanoma patient and his story is truly remarkable.   His commitment

Powerful Self-Massage Techniques: 1-Hour Workshop at Inspire Fitness

Your day-to-day habits – whether they consist of frantic movement, heavy lifting, or static standing and prolonged sitting – all have adverse effects on your posture. Poor posture developed through our modern

The World’s Rising Obesity Crisis

Obesity levels in the developed world have reached epidemic levels.  Due largely to poor dietary choices and low physical activity, the overwhelming majority of humanity is in critically poor physical condition.

Artificial Sweeteners Are Making You Fat

Many people believe that by substituting sugar with artificial sweeteners in their diet, they are better off.   Research now shows that artificial sweeteners alter the body’s normal regulation of energy,

Beat the Seat: 3 Tips to Conquer Sedentary Behaviour

Much of our modern lives revolve around putting our “bums on seats”, and more specifically, being seated for long stretches of time without changing posture.  Think about how long you spend sitting when

Horse Meat Scandal Highlights Health Risks From Pre-Packaged Food

The recent European food scandal provides a timely reminder about the importance of knowing exactly what is in your food.