Healthy Food

Can I Reduce My Risk Of Cancer?

Healthy Food

According to the Cancer Council you can lower your risk of cancer by enjoying a healthy diet, being physically active every day and maintaining a healthy body weight. Studies show being overweight, physically inactive and not eating well cause nearly one third of all cancers. Healthy eating is a first step in reducing your cancer […]

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You Save & We Pay It Forward

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                  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

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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

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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

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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 […]

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Money Saving Tips for Healthy Eating

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BEFORE YOU GO SHOPPING Make a list and stick to it. If it’s not on the list, you don’t need it. Plan your meals around what you already have in your kitchen, including leftovers. Creativity saves dollars! Plan your week’s worth of meals in advance and buy accordingly. You’ll be less likely to get takeaway […]