The popularity of Pilates isn't new, and neither is the quest to find fresh ways of engaging with this empowering form of exercise. With the rise of podcasts, Pilates enthusiasts have a world of knowledge at their fingertips. Whether you're...
In the whirlwind of modern life, the quest for a fitter, healthier self can seem like an uphill battle against our jam-packed schedules. Enter incidental exercise, the serendipitous saviour in disguise! This form of activity doesn't demand gym memberships, designated...
Pilates has steadily gained popularity as a holistic exercise form, renowned for its ability to strengthen the body, improve mental focus, and enhance overall wellbeing. For both beginners taking their first step onto the mat and seasoned practitioners seeking to...
Welcome to the digital era of fitness, where the world of Pilates extends straight into your living room, courtesy of YouTube. In recent years, the popularity of Pilates has soared not just for its physical benefits but also as an...
Pilates, the renowned exercise method that combines mental focus and physical movement, has surged in popularity thanks to its incredible benefits for the body and mind. With an emphasis on posture, flexibility, and core strength, Pilates is a comprehensive workout...
Yoga, which started as a spiritual practice in India's remote mountains, has become a favourite wellness activity worldwide, known for bringing peace, balance, and personal growth. In Australia, it's more popular than ever, offering a way to find calm and...
Yoga is more than just an exercise; it's a lifestyle, a philosophy, and a gateway to holistic health. If you've ever considered starting a yoga practice but didn't know where to begin, this guide is tailor-made for you. As a...
Services provided by Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) can now be claimed under National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funding. This means that people living with disability, who receive support from AHAs, can have their funding packages managed by the NDIS. In...
The festive season is a time to celebrate with friends and family. ‘Tis the season to be jolly after all! But all the merry-making, along with extra responsibilities, can have an impact on your health, making the holidays anything but...
For most people, mental and physical health are considered to be two completely separate systems within the body. However, dismissing this connection could not be further from the truth. Our bodies and minds are intrinsically linked, with each supporting and...
If you're looking for a healthcare career that offers an abundance of opportunities and benefits, Allied Health is a great choice! In this blog post, we'll discuss what Allied Health is, the types of careers available, and the many benefits...
Allied Health is undeniably one of the most rapidly growing areas in the health workforce within Australia. With more than 200,000 registered practitioners providing more than 200 million health services annually, this number is expected to only continue growing as...
‘Body Positivity’ is a term that has become more prevalent in the last couple of years with the continued rise of social media and the constant bombardment of health and beauty ‘advice’. This largely comes from celebrities and social media...
In 2022, online spaces have made it possible for misinformation to spread faster and easier than ever before. With social media imposing stronger themes of diet culture on online audiences, incorrect facts regarding weight loss are shared like wildfire. With...
Although 28% of Australians - around 7 million people - live in remote or rural areas, a large proportion of these communities continue to face challenges that those living in metropolitan areas do not, with one of the key issues...
It’s safe to say that ‘health and fitness’ is a topic that attracts countless opinions. However, as professionals become more informed and more research is undertaken, certain ideas are coming to the forefront of the discussion. According to the Australian...
Careers are supposed to be open-ended, not a one-way street ... and definitely not a dead end, right? Once you have the qualification of your choice, it should be possible to switch your career path as you see fit. This...
A recent report from the Australian Government Department of Employment has made us stop and reflect on the future of the Allied Health industry in Australia. Currently, it's an industry filled with promise, as the county's need for health professionals is...
No matter how old you are, exercise is a crucial part of healthy living. However, it grows in importance the older you get as fitness directly improves the mind as well.As an allied health professional, you can play a large...
Nutrition facts are always changing - one day eggs are good and the next they're bad. It's easy to get caught up in these food fads, but at the end of the day, everyone could use a little help deciphering the...
Careers are supposed to be open ended, not dead ends. Once you have the qualification of your choice, it should be possible to switch your career path as you see fit. This is certainly the case of an allied health...
As with many industries, the health and fitness sector has its own set of very well-established and heavily ingrained 'rules'. These range from the way that we teach certain exercises and movements through to the approach that PTs take...
We've talked about this topic a lot recently, and doubtless will again, but Australia's obesity epidemic remains one of the single largest problems facing our nation's collective health. With over 55 per cent of women and 70 per cent...
Like most things in the fitness industry stretching has contradictory findings in the literature. Stretching recommendations are heavily clouded by conflicting research and misconceptions. So I thought I would take this opportunity to go through some of the research findings...
Rhabdomyolysis or ‘Rhabdo’ has received a lot of attention in the media, as fitness fanatics and regular gym goers have been struck down with extremely serious and debilitating conditions, which can lead to severe kidney damage and in extreme cases...
