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Gluteal Tendinopathy: Causes, Prevention and What the Research Says
Musculoskeletal Rehabiliation2-min

9 November, 2026

Gluteal Tendinopathy: Causes, Prevention and What the Research Says

Experiencing pain on the outside of your hip? Gluteal tendinopathy is a common cause of hip pain that can make walking, climbing stairs, sleeping on your side and exercising uncomfortable.

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Movember: More Than Just a Moustache
Health education2-min

2 November, 2026

Movember: More Than Just a Moustache

Every November, Movember shines a spotlight on men’s health, encouraging people to take action, start conversations and help prevent men from dying too young. While growing a moustache is a familiar part of the campaign, Movember supports four key areas: mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, testicular cancer and broader men's health initiative

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Plantar Fascitiis
Musculoskeletal Rehab2-min

23 October, 2026

Plantar Fascitiis

Experiencing sharp heel pain when you first get out of bed or after sitting for a while? Plantar fasciitis, commonly referred to as plantar heel pain, can make walking, exercising and everyday activities quite uncomfortable. The good news is that education, appropriate activity modification and targeted exercise can help manage symptoms and improve function.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Role of Exercise in Cancer Care
Health Education2-min

12 October 2026

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Role of Exercise in Cancer Care

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness, show support and recognise the experiences of those affected by breast cancer.

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Musculoskeletal Pain in Perimenopause
Chronic Pain2-min

28 September, 2026

Musculoskeletal Pain in Perimenopause

When we talk about menopause, the conversation usually focuses on hot flushes, night sweats, and mood changes. However, for many women in their 40s and 50s, the most debilitating symptoms aren't internal—they are musculoskeletal.
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Achilles Tendinopathy
Musculoskeletal3-min

9 September, 2026

Achilles Tendinopathy

Achilles tendinopathy is a common condition that causes pain and stiffness in the Achilles tendon — the strong band of tissue connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. 

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Weight Loss Medications and Muscle Health
Nutrition and Strength Training3 min

19 August, 2026

Weight Loss Medications and Muscle Health

In the world of medical weight management, GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Semaglutide and Liraglutide) have become a game-changer.

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Collagen Peptides
Nutrition5 min

10 August, 2026

Collagen Peptides

If you’ve turned on the news lately, you’ve likely seen the word “peptides” linked to headlines about black-market imports, illegal performance enhancers, and "dodgy" weight-loss injections. This media noise has left many people wondering if peptides are a dangerous shortcut or a legitimate health breakthrough.

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Creatine Supplementation
Nutrition5 min

July 1, 2026

Creatine Supplementation

Creatine is one of the most-studied, affordable, and effective supplements to help with strength, recovery, and cognition.

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Exploring the Set-Point Theory
Weight-loss3 min

23 June, 2026

Exploring the Set-Point Theory

Obesity is a chronic, multifactorial disease with a complex pathophysiology that significantly contributes to increased morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. This article aims to explore the "set-point theory" as it relates to obesity, discussing its underlying mechanisms, influencing factors, and implications for weight management strategies.

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DOMS - Does More Pain Mean More Muscle Gain?
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation3 min

June 1, 2026

DOMS - Does More Pain Mean More Muscle Gain?

If you’ve ever woken up a day or two after a workout feeling stiff, tender, or “hit by a truck,”
you’ve experienced DOMS—delayed onset muscle soreness

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Exercise Physiologist vs Physiotherapist vs Personal Trainer
FAQ2 min read

May 8, 2026

Exercise Physiologist vs Physiotherapist vs Personal Trainer

What is the difference between an Exercise Physiologist, Physiotherapist and Personal Trainer?

This is a question we get asked regularly.

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Precision Health: Your Personalised Path to Wellness
Precision Health2 min read

April 15, 2026

Precision Health: Your Personalised Path to Wellness

How personalised medicine is changing the way we approach exercise and nutrition.

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Understanding Chronic Pain: A Modern Approach
Chronic Pain5 min read

April 4, 2026

Understanding Chronic Pain: A Modern Approach

New research is changing how we think about persistent pain and how exercise can help.

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Exercise Snacks
General Health and Wellbeing2 min read

February 7, 2026

Exercise Snacks

When people think about exercise, they often imagine needing an hour at the gym, a long run, or a full workout class. But improving your health does not always have to look like a full workout.

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The Benefits of Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes
Chronic Disease2 min read

January 14, 2026

The Benefits of Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes

Evidence-based exercise strategies that can significantly improve blood glucose control and overall health in people with type 2 diabetes.

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