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The Importance of Nutrition on Mental Health

We are all aware of the benefits a nutrient dense diet can have on our physical health but did you know that nutrition also has a significant impact on our mental health? There are many ways our diet can influence our mental health. One particular way...

Are you Consuming Enough Fruit and Veg?

It is recommended that we should be consuming 5 serves of vegetables and 2 serves of fruits each day. As shown below: Are you struggling to meet these guidelines? You are not alone. Recent studies found that only 8.7% of Australians aged over 18 were meeting their...

Spring Recipe – Homemade Granola

This homemade granola is the perfect breakfast or snack to have on those sunny Spring days! Not only is this homemade granola delicious, it is also nutritious! Rolled oats, nuts and seeds are a great source of fibre, which contributes to digestion and helps you feel fuller...

Busting Back Pain Myths!

Back pain is a common complaint that affects millions of people worldwide. However, there are numerous myths surrounding this condition that can lead to misconceptions and improper management. In this blog post, we will debunk prevalent myths associated with back pain, providing you with accurate...

Winter Recipe – Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

This delicious shepherd's pie is the perfect hearty and warm recipe to make for your family and friends this Winter. This dish contains a wide variety of vegetables which ensures you are consuming your recommended daily intake and are receiving a wide variety of nutrients. Cauliflower...

How is a bone stress injury diagnosed?

Bone stress injuries (BSI) are an overuse injury, but how are they actually diagnosed? Diagnosis comes from understanding the present symptoms, a thorough history examination, physical examination and potential imaging. What are common symptoms with a bone stress injury The most common symptom associated with bone stress...

Bone stress injuries

Did you know bone stress stress injuries (BSI) accounts for 10% of all sports-related injuries? And it is not just sports people that suffer with these injuries. What are bone stress injuries? Bone stress injuries (BSI) are an overuse injury to the bone. It occurs when bones...

The best nutrition for bone health

Have you thought about what you should be eating or drinking for your bones? In this blog we outline the key reasons why should be thinking about this and the best nutrition tips to look after your bone health. Why you should be thinking about...

5 Most Common Netball Injuries

Netball is a physically demanding sport which requires players to be fit, agile and coordinated. In a previous blog we outlined the physical attributes of a good netball player as well as how these skills can be measured and improved (CLICK TO READ). Unfortunately, like...

What are the pre-requisites for a good netball player?

Netball is a high-intensity team sport that requires a combination of physical and mental abilities to be successful. Players must possess a range of physical attributes to meet the demands of the game. Each position on the court requires unique physical requirements, and therefore players...