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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women in Australia. Exercise can begin at any point throughout or after breast cancer therapy. It is never too late to start. Instead of exercising too much or too intensively when you first start. It is crucial to start gently and build up to the appropriate amount of activity.

According to Healthy Bones Australia, a staggering 173,000+ bone fractures occur each year due to poor bone health, with more than half of those in the over 50 age group.

It’s no secret that the early years of a child’s life is an important time to be building healthy eating habits. Ensuring children are eating a balanced diet full of nutritiously rich foods is critical for their overall health, growth and development. Yet parents know that getting kids to eat healthier can feel like a never-ending battle.

A real pain in the back… We’ve all heard that before. Whether it’s a totally agonising pain that takes your breath away, or a niggly sharp or intermittent dull ache, pain can be outright frustrating and sometimes debilitating. Most adults in their life have experienced back pain, and if not you, then someone close to you most likely has. In fact, statistics show that 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives.

It’s National Diabetes Week (10-16 July) and Diabetes Australia are highlighting the mental and emotional health impacts of living with diabetes as part of their “Heads Up on Diabetes” campaign.

Do you grunt, groan, and ratchet yourself to a standing position as you get out of bed in the morning? Then, after stretching and moving around for a few minutes, do you feel the achiness and stiffness abate (at least some of it)? There’s a reason for this…

Are you a runner looking to improve your flexibility and relieve soreness? Check out our 4 top yoga poses for runners by yoga teacher (and our Marketing Manager), Pennie Burke.