JOIN A SHARE CLASS AND CHANGE YOUR LIFE – SHARE “”Yours for Life” join our Living Longer Living Stronger Program and feel the difference. EXERCISE IS THE BEST MEDICINE Australia’s healthcare system is in danger of being overburdened by an accelerating rise in the prevalence of diabetes. Around 3.1 million Australians – or…
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3 Heart Healthy Recipes Using Pulses Here’s a fact to get your ‘pulse’ racing: Pulses are one of nature’s best nutritional powerhouses! Beans, lentils, and peas are all part of the pulse family. They are cheap, low in fat, and packed with protein, fibre, iron, and antioxidants. Included in your recommended 5-vegetables-a-day, they are a…
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Move for health: The role of exercise in reducing cancer risk Did you know…? Physical inactivity is responsible for 14% of colon cancers and 11% of post-menopausal breast cancers. Physical inactivity, poor diet and other lifestyle factors are also associated with an increased risk of many other cancers and chronic diseases over your lifetime. That’s why we’re here to…
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How to create an exercise routine you’ll stick to Set an achievable goal Setting goals gives us a direction to follow – and something to look forward to when things seem difficult. It’s important to set goals which are achievable for you. Keep in mind you can also set more goals down the track once…
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3 Surprising Ways to Stay Hydrated This Summer Did you know that adults lose up to nearly 2.5 litres of water each day, just through daily activities? Being well hydrated is essential for almost every part of life – from optimal brain functioning, to heart rate and blood pressure, to mood regulation, immune health…
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How to be active with your grandchildren over school holidays Give these three activities a go with the grandchildren this summer – we guarantee they will be a hit, and will help you stay active in a gentle and safe way while creating joygul family memories. Be a Gardening Guru Whether you have a small…
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How to boost your mood with food The last few months have forced us all to prioritise our health as we protect ourselves and others from COVID-19. But as job losses, social isolation and anxiety over the future take their toll; our current situation has also caused a huge amount of stress for many of…
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Why exercise is essential for managing osteoporosis Did you know almost half of all Australian women and one third of men over 60 have osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is defined as the loss of calcium and other minerals from a person’s bones, which can make them more susceptible to fractures, or breaks. People with existing osteoporosis…
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Wednesday 27 October 2021 | 12:30 – 1:00 pm via ZOOM | Register HERE Have you been feeling more stressed, anxious, depressed, or even just not quite yourself lately? You’re not alone – our Community Survey found that 1 in 3 of us are currently suffering from poorer mental health compared to earlier this year.…
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How exercise can help menopause Up to 85% of women will experience some or all symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes, low mood, joint or muscle aches, headaches, tiredness, sleep disturbances and weight gain. Exercise can and should be an important part of the strategy for managing the symptoms of menopause and post-menopause. What…
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