Nicole has almost 10 years Yoga experience and has been teaching as a way of sharing her passion of the Yoga practice with others. Having trained with Duncan Peake of Power Living Yoga Australia and other international teachers such as Annie Carpenter, Simon Park, Patrick Beach and Meghan Currie, her knowledge of Asana/movement (technique, anatomy, […]
Physical inactivity is a major killer and a significant contributor to the burden of chronic disease in Australia. Disturbingly, just two in three (66.9%) of Australians aged 15 and over engage in low levels of exercise. The Heart Foundation is determined to tackle chronic disease and get Australians to move more and sit less. It’s […]
There are many reasons why it is important to drink water, especially if you are trying to lose weight. Initial weight loss is largely due to loss of water, and you need to drink an adequate amount of water in order to avoid dehydration. Adults should be aiming for 1 litre per 30 kilos of […]
We would like to welcome Rhys to our Personal Training team. Rhys has a Bachelor of Sports Science and Exercise together with 8 years of experience in the fitness industry. Rhys specialises in strength and conditioning training as a sports trainer with representative rugby league having trained high profile athletes through South Sydney juniors since […]
In this months ‘Ask the Physio’ I will be providing some useful information about literal spicondblalgia, or as it is more commonly known, ‘tennis elbow’. Pain over the lateral aspect of the elbow and forearm is a frequent complaint for patients attending our physiotherapy clinic. Pain and discomfort in this region of the elbow can […]
Name: Sebastian Raco Member since: 2010 Top tip: Never give up… and more importantly ensure your diet is in order. How long have you been a member of Health Mates? I have been a member of Health Mates since October 2010. What inspired you to join Health Mates? I had blown out to 97 […]
To celebrate the official opening of Revesby Village Centre we are offering $0 joining fee for one day only! Come down to the Revesby Village Centre Community Fun Fair and Official Opening on Saturday 9th May, see us at the Health Mates stand and save yourself $79! As an extra bonus, the first 25 people […]
Living an active lifestyle is important for your general wellbeing, but also increasingly important for your heart health no matter what your age is. Daily exercise lowers your risk of preventable diseases such as Type II Diabetes, obesity, some cancers and coronary heart disease. Exercise is also shown to increase mental wellbeing and social health. […]
We’ve gone hopping mad! Celebrate Easter with us and bring your family and friends for FREE on any Friday, Saturday or Sunday in April. Conditions apply. Must be a member of Revesby Workers’ Club if over 18 years of age. Cannot be a 10 pass holder of Health Mates. Must attend with a current Health […]
Easter is a time when the shops are filled with chocolate. Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, blocks of chocolate… it’s everywhere! But that doesn’t mean your stomach needs to be filled with chocolate too! Instead of over indulging in commercial chocolate that is high in refined sugars and unhealthy fats, try this healthy chocolate bliss ball […]
