MapMyRun
MapMyRun continues to be one of the most popular apps for tracking running times and routes, but is it worth a download asks Jo Peisley,…
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Muscle Soreness After the Gym: Good or Bad?
Have you ever woken up, a day after a big running event, or even just a big gym session and felt stiff? This is most…
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New Study Shows Exercise Boosts Kids' Academic Performance
A new study has shown that physical activity at the age of 11 improves student's academic performance, especially when it comes to girls in science.…
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No Pain, No Gain?
Tammy Dayan, Remedial Massage Therapist & Business Coach at the Australian Institute of Fitness, WA, looks at the exercise motto no pain, no gain to…
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On Yer Bike: Cycling for Beginners
Cycling reduces heart disease, stroke and diabetes risk, explained the Australian Government's Health Insite website. It can also aid weight loss and boosts your mood.…
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One Minute to Fitness: Does it Work?
Are micro-fitness workouts too good to be true? A lot of attention is focusing on so-called 4x4' workouts, where you exercise for four four-minute sessions…
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Overtraining - The Warning Signs
Overtraining occurs when the intensity and volume of an individual's exercise exceeds their recovery capacity. Ian Clayton, Australian Institute of Fitness NSW Coach, explains how…
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Plan Before You Take on a Big Run
Running is one of the best ways to get fit and lose weight, but beginners should approach the sport cautiously, wrote Michelle Bridges. She offered…
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Preparing for Your Master Trainer Experience
For those who are about to start their exciting new personal training career, it can be a daunting experience joining a class with a group…
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