Nutrition Tips for Summer from Club Active Dietitian
Nutrition Tips for Summer from Club Active’s Senior Dietitian, Jean-Mari Mouton ‘Tis the season — to season your food’ One of the biggest nutrition mistakes people often make is thinking that healthy food must be boring or bland. If vegetables seem tasteless, it’s because they lack variety. While not everyone may have the time […]
Make 2022 the year of achieving your health goals!
The beginning of a new year brings with it many new year’s resolutions! In fact, 83% of Australians set goals for the new year, and 51% of these goals are related to improving health. The sad truth is, research shows only 25% of people usually stay committed to their new years’ resolutions after 30 days. […]
Exercise plays an important role for men in the treatment and recovery from prostate cancer
September is prostate cancer awareness month! With Club Active’s member demographic being predominantly over 50, we wanted to take a moment to highlight how an exercise physiologist can help anyone affected by prostate cancer, by assisting with treatment side-effects and pelvic muscle strengthening. Factors that increase the risk of developing prostate cancer Age: the risk […]
Exercise to reduce your risk of Osteoarthritis and/or better manage your pain
What is Osteoarthritis and who is most at risk? Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is a condition that affects the whole joint including bone, cartilage, ligaments, and muscles. The wearing down of the protective tissue at the ends of bones (cartilage) occurs gradually and worsens over time as we age. An […]
How to reduce your risk of stroke & tips on post-stroke recovery
What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel supplying blood to the brain either suddenly becomes blocked (ischaemic stroke) or ruptures and begins to bleed (haemorrhagic stroke). Either of these may result in part of the brain dying, leading to sudden impairment and/or paralysis that can affect a number of functions; including […]
Bariatric Surgery: How to maximise your pre & post-operative rehabilitation with exercise
What is Bariatric Surgery? Bariatric surgery is surgery that affects the stomach and how food is digested. The surgery is designed to reduce the size of the stomach, decreasing one’s appetite and making a person feel full from smaller portions of food. Bariatric Surgery is an effective way to help lose excess body weight. The effectiveness of […]
Best types of exercise to manage symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease that affects the central nervous system of the human body. In Multiple Sclerosis, the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that surrounds the nerve fibers. This damage causes lesions or scarring (sclerosis) in the nervous system, causing communication issues between your brain […]
Body composition scan – why it’s important and key benefits
What is a Body composition scan? Body weight fluctuates constantly; the major reasons for these fluctuations are shifts in body water. Inevitably, weighing yourself on the daily can be an extreme motivation killer, as often, these natural fluctuations can easily trick you into feeling as if your weight shift is minimal. A body composition scan […]
How exercise can assist with managing the unique symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that can affect anyone. The disease affects the control of body movements and occurs when the neurons (nerve cells) that normally produce dopamine in the brain gradually die. Dopamine is the ‘feel good’ hormone; responsible for allowing you to feel pleasure, satisfaction, and motivation. […]
Fall Prevention – Reduce Your Risk With These Evidence-based Exercise Tips
What is a ‘fall’? A fall is defined as an event that results in a person coming to rest inadvertently (aka. “falling over”) on the ground or floor. According to the World Health Organisation, Falls are the second leading cause of accidental or unintentional injury deaths worldwide! Falls are a major health issue within the […]
