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You Save & We Pay It Forward

Man running on beach

                  Today is Pay It Forward Day and we’re getting involved… Join Health Mates Fitness Centre today for just $29 joining fee (usually $79) and we’ll donate the $50 you save to The Cancer Council. Offer valid today only! To redeem visit Health Mates reception or call us on 8707 6930. […]

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The benefits of exercise in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and for those already diagnosed with cardiovascular disease

Older couple walking through park

There is compelling evidence that habitual physical exercise prevents the development of coronary artery disease. Consistent physical activity also reduces the symptoms in people with established cardiovascular disease. There is also evidence that exercise reduces the risks of other chronic diseases including Type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity, depression and cancers of the breast and colon. […]

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Exercise & Weight Loss

Woman on scales

By Raquel Sbrana (Cert IV Fitness/Group Exercise/Boxing & Kickboxing) Our weight is determined by the amoutn of calories we consume each day, minus the calories our body expends each day. Exercise helps with weight loss by using up excess energy (calories) that would otherwise be stored as fat, and by increasing our metabolism. Everything we […]

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Tips For Eating Out

Two people sharing chocolate dessert

By Raquel Sbrana, Registered Professional Level 2 (Cert IV Fitness/Group Exercise/Boxing/Kickboxing) [slideshow_deploy id=’2836′] SLIDESHOW: 10 TIPS FOR EATING OUT Hover over images in the slideshow to reveal tips or read them all below. Just because you are trying to lose weight does not mean that you can’t eat out with your friends and family. It […]