by Sandra Hunter | Nov 7, 2023 | Healthy Habits
The role of exercise on health Regular physical activity and exercise provide both immediate and long-term benefits, especially as we age. Exercise improves muscle strength, heart health, bone strength, and brain function. It reduces blood pressure and enhances sleep...
by Sandra Hunter | Sep 13, 2023 | Healthy Habits
The sedentary nature of modern life Our leisure, school and work time are increasingly spent sitting. This form of sedentary behaviour is observed at our desks, when viewing portable digital screens such as phones and tablets, and during our daily commutes. Hence,...
by Sandra Hunter | Jan 23, 2022 | Healthy Habits
Have you fallen short of your New Year’s goal? With the arrival of the new year, many of us are tackling our new exercise resolutions with gusto. We renew gym memberships, purchase new exercise equipment, and restock our wardrobe with new spandex and lycra...
by Sandra Hunter | Mar 9, 2021 | Healthy Habits
Motivation gets you started. Habit keeps you going. Why do many people find it so hard to keep active? We know we need to be more active. So why aren’t we? Or maybe you are aerobically active (for example, walking) but you want to add some higher-intensity or...
by Deborah Hunter | Nov 16, 2020 | Healthy Habits
Working for Health The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the work environment for countless salaried workers including their habits and how they connect with colleagues. Many people are now working from home. Some have adopted a hybrid model of work, alternating working...
by Deborah Hunter | Sep 16, 2020 | Healthy Habits
Levers and joints: what do these have to do with movement? Our bodies are designed to move easily over distances using our legs as long levers. The joints enable flexible movement such as running, jumping, dancing and yoga. The legs house some of the largest muscle...
