Physical activity tips (5) - find time
If you make your health a priority, you'll find time for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day. You may feel that every day is a juggling act. Trying to fit in work, family, a social life ... and now exercise. If you make your health ... [... more]
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Obesity in children - causes
More Australian children are becoming overweight and obese. The number of overweight children has doubled in recent years. Causes of obesity in children include unhealthy food choices, lack of physical activity and family eating ... [... more]
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Exercise and activity ... all about
Exercise and activity is a great choice for good health. Learn how to choose a physical activity, a fitness centre or even a personal trainer. Use equipment safely and learn how to avoid injuries. Exercise can help weight loss, body image and ... [... more]
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Cancer - exercise to help you cope
Regular, moderate exercise can help a person who has cancer to cope with the disease and the side effects of treatment. Get your doctor's advice and approval before you start on any physical activity program. Cancer and cancer treatments can make ... [... more]
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Running and jogging
Jogging or running is a popular form of physical activity. About one in five Australians try running (or jogging) at some stage in their life. Regular running builds strong bones, improves cardiovascular fitness and helps to maintain a healthy ... [... more]
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Chronic fatigue syndrome and exercise
Exercise is often difficult for people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) because physical activity can make symptoms worse. However, research suggests that, in many cases, a graded and careful exercise program may improve CFS symptoms. Chronic ... [... more]
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Pregnancy and exercise
Regular exercise during pregnancy can prepare your body for labour. Physical activity may also help manage some symptoms of pregnancy such as insomnia and fatigue. Pelvic floor exercises are important before, during and after pregnancy. Regular ... [... more]
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Lawn bowls - preventing injury
Lawn bowls is ranked the fifth most popular sport and physical activity in Australia. More than three quarters of players are over 55 years of age, and falls are the most frequent cause of injury. Other injuries that may occur include ... [... more]
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Stretches and back care exercises
Before you begin any stretching, it's important to do a warm-up routine. Five to ten minutes of moderate physical activity will prepare your body for work and help reduce the likelihood of muscle strain. Before you begin any stretching, it's ... [... more]
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Physical activity - setting yourself goals
When you're trying to become more physically active, it's good to set realistic fitness goals and monitor your progress. Set your fitness goals, break them up into achievable chunks and keep track of how you're going. When you're trying to become ... [... more]
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Aboriginal health - physical activity
In general, Indigenous Australians are less physically active than the rest of the population. Lack of regular exercise increases the risk of developing health conditions such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease. There are social, cultural and ... [... more]
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Physical activity tips (2) - reject excuses
Most of the excuses and barriers we put up can be overcome simply. Don't let them get in the way of a healthier you. Most people can come up with plenty of reasons why they can't be active - from being too busy, too tired or too old to not having ... [... more]
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