staying active
It's no secret that we need to move our bodies to live a healthy life. Whether you are exercise-curious, just getting started or an everyday athlete we've got the expert tips and tools to help you stay active.
The benefits of exercise
Whether you play an organised sport, enjoy the gym or just love running, physical activity is important.
Being active benefits your body and your mind - exercise can:
- strengthen your muscles and bones
- help boost your mood and energy levels
- support immune health
- improve mental clarity and memory function
- enable you to sleep better and stress less
And when you feel stronger and healthier, you generally feel better, which can motivate you to keep going and do more.
Ways to move
Staying active has never been easier with our series of free programs to help you move more.
Learn how to set and stick to realistic movement goals with our simple tips and resources to help make regular exercise fun and achievable.
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did you know?
Even walking for 10 minutes a day has been proven to have positive effects on every part of your body!
How much exercise do you really need?
For a healthy lifestyle, the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.
But before you think that that is out of your reach, find out from Accredited Exercise Physiologist Sam Rooney how to hit that target, (sometimes) without even breaking a sweat.
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How to stay active (and why it matters) with Sam Wood
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Why is walking good for your health?
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The lowdown on 10,000 steps a day
Do you really need to do 10,000 steps a day or can you safely throw caution to the wind and forget about step counts altogether? Let's find out.
The power of picking an exercise that you love
Research tells us when we choose an activity we enjoy we're more likely to stick to with our fitness goals, exercise for longer and feel less exhausted when working out.
10 ways to get motivated to exercise
Not feeling the exercise vibe? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with 10 ways to get motivated to exercise.
Can you exercise with a cold or flu?
Being prepared to keep yourself well and understand when it’s okay to return to the sporting field, the running track or the gym may help you stay on track after an illness.
7 morning stretches that are (almost) better than coffee
How a morning routine with stretches and movement can help set you up for the day.
Different types of exercise
There are several different types of exercise, and our bodies need a combination of all of them for optimal health. They can be broken down into 3 main types.
cardio
Cardiovascular or aerobic exercise is anything that increases your heart and breathing rates and keeps them there while you’re training.
flexibility
Making stretching a regular habit makes muscles longer and more flexible, increases your range of motion and decreases pain and the risk of injury.
strength
Strength or resistance training builds and maintains muscle, stimulates bone growth, improves balance and maintains healthy joints.
This is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any information published on this website or by this brand is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. If you have any concerns or questions about your health you should consult with a health professional.