The Exercise Drug: Irisin
Written by: Matthew McQueen (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) What is Irisin? Irisin is a myokine (hormone), cleaved from the membrane protein FND5C via muscle contraction, first discovered in 2012. This hormone
Gut Health and Inflammation
The link between gut health and your general health and wellbeing has been well established in the scientific literature. Gut microorganisms have shown to play a vital role in a wide range of human diseases including
Top 5 Exercise Physiology Blogs 2019
Throughout 2019 we have published 25+ articles with the goal of keeping you informed on all aspects associated with improving your health and fitness. Written by our Exercise Physiology team it is our objective
Vale John Cain
It is with great sadness that we hear the news of the passing of former Victorian premiere and Inspire Fitness client John Cain. John Cain was a client at Inspire for the past two years under the guidance and
Exercise Right Week: 2 Weeks to Go!
Exercise Right Week 2019 is an initiative of Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) to promote the important role exercise plays in increasing health and fitness, managing and preventing chronic diseases
How the Asymmetrical Tonic Reflex impacts your Movement
Written by; Jess Reyes Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Professional Honours) (Current) 4th year student) There are many primitive reflexes that develop during your childhood which can be influencing your posture
How to prevent neck pain when using a computer
Written by: Emily Gill (Osteopath) Osteopathy on Canterbury and Complimentary Therapies Computers and technology are currently ruling the roost in our lives. Children are using them at school, more people are
Understanding Lower Back Pain and How to Prevent It
Written by Nathan Switkowski, Osteopath at Osteopathy on Canterbury Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems that is experienced in Australia. It can be defined as acute (lasting up