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 […]
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. […]
Meet Club Active Physiotherapist Marcello Di Riscio
Club Active is an over 50s health and fitness centre with an in-house allied health clinic offering professional services from dietitians, physiotherapists, and exercise physiologists. We spoke with our passionate Physiotherapist, Marcello Di Riscio, about his career in physiotherapy. Tell us about your journey to Physiotherapy I grew up in Auckland, New Zealand. I landed on the […]
Good food for a good mood – what foods boost your mood and better manage mental illness
There is no denying that 2020 was a particularly difficult year for so many people around the globe. One in five Australians aged 16 to 85 experienced a mental illness during the COVID-19 pandemic, illustrating that mental illness was twice as prevalent in 2020 in comparison to non-pandemic years. The role nutrition plays in managing […]
Meet Club Active Dietitian Jean-Mari Mouton
Club Active is an over 50s health and fitness centre with an in-house allied health clinic offering professional services from dietitians, physiotherapists and exercise physiologists. We spoke with our Senior Dietitian Jean-Mari Mouton who is a real foodie and has an enthusiasm for helping others achieve their goals. Fun facts about Club Active’s Dietitian Jean-Mari […]
