Author: SportsFit

05 Feb Summer skin – callus and cracked heels

Why do my heels split open in the summer months? In warm weather and especially around Glen Iris, sandals, wedges and high heels are the trend, and thongs are worn to the beach or pool. These forms of open footwear worn in the summer months cause...

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01 Feb Rowing season is here- how to avoid rowing injury

Do you want to be at risk of rowing injury this season? With school starting back up, so is the return of the competitive rowing season this term. This means more time in the boat and more training hours. Rowing is an incredible sport that requires...

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21 Jan Podiatry School Shoes Tips

Are you needing back-to-school shoes? Buying school shoes is one of the biggest challenges of the new year! For starters, kids are so fussy and seem to ‘need’ the latest trend to match their mates, but they are also growing at a fast rate! Knowing that...

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07 Jan Lemon Honey Soy Salmon with Greens and Quinoa

Enjoy this tasty recipe for summer, courtesy of Harriet Walker (SDA member)   Ingredients 4 150g salmon portions (approx. 1200g) 2 tbs honey 2 tbs dark soy 2 lemons, juiced 1 cm grated ginger 100g quinoa 11/4Cups water 250g sweet potato 2 spring onions 200g broccoli 75g pine nuts 1 tbs olive oil Salt   Method Pre-heat oven to 180C. Chop sweet potato into...

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07 Jan Get fit this summer

Did you make a fitness resolution this year? With the warmer weather comes the motivation to get out, get moving and get fit. It is important to remember that with all of our new found eagerness to get fit and find that summer body that...

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foot pain and ankle pain

01 Oct Arthritis and your feet

Did you know that 1 in 6 people in Australia suffer from arthritis? It is the leading cause of chronic pain and the second most common cause of disability and retirement. Any joint in your feet, including the toes, can be affected by arthritis. Osteoarthritis is...

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21 Jun Alter G Anti-Gravity treadmill is here

What is the Alter G Anti-Gravity Treadmill? The Alter-G is an anti-gravity treadmill that is a revolutionary rehabilitation tool. It allows users to run, walk or exercise at a percentage of their body weight. It minimises impact and stress on the joints. Allows faster recovery, earlier...

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