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. […]
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. […]
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a specific type of interval training where you exercise at approximately 80% or more of your maximum ability for a short period of time. This type of training is suitable for those who need a quick burst of energy (eg. footballers), endurance athletes aiming to increase speed and individuals […]
In line with the push up competition being run this month I thought “why not take this opportunity to talk about push ups?” So here we are! If you are like me, you probably have a love hate relationship with this body weight staple. I remember as a kid being tested by coaches and P.E. […]
Falls are the leading cause of injuries and hospitalisations amongst the elderly population. It is estimated that 1 in 3 people over 65 years of age will have a fall at least once a year. The type of injuries sustained from these falls may include fractures and dislocations mainly of the wrist, shoulder and hip […]
With Senior’s Week this month, we thought we’d remind you about our Senior’s induction program, Young at Heart. You may have friends or family who have been thinking about trying exercise, but are not sure where to start or how to do it safely. This is where our Young at Heart program may be able […]
Congratulations to everyone who had a row in our recent annual Rowing Competition. We had 57 members row 2,000m in the aim of winning their age category, breaking a Health Mates record, or better still, just to have a go! The winner of the Twilight Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Cruise is Dennis McCroary. Congratulations to […]
Let’s be honest… has the thought of your New Year’s resolution to lose weight swiftly been forgotten? Here’s news hot off the press; your body does not know what day of the week, let alone what year it is, so it’s never too late to change your ways and get your health on track. Exercise […]
Congratulations to Ken and Adam! They’ve both won in our Summer Class Giveaway promotion just by participating in classes in Dec. Ken gets to enjoy a cocktail cruise for 2 on Sydney Harbour and Adan has won a Sydney Eye Tower 4D Experience for himself and a friend.
Test your fitness, have some fun or break a Health Mates rowing record. At the very least you will burn extra kilojoules just for trying. It’s easy: Row 2,000m as fast as you can Have as many attempts as you like Age and Gender categories, each winner receives a $25 Revesby Workers’ Club gift voucher […]
