The reality is our kids are obese . . . . . but we can do something about it!
May 22, 2014

Australia has one of the highest childhood obesity rates in the world. We can hang the blame wherever we want, but at the end of the day, we need to [...]

Are you ‘fit to sit’?
February 6, 2014

Regular exercise is paramount to making a commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle. In the 21st century there is increasing numbers of sedentary occupations and this makes regular organized [...]

An Overview of Exercise for Arthritic Pain
January 30, 2014

Exercise is a vital component for people suffering from the various types of arthritis. A suitable exercise intervention will increases strength and flexibility, reduce joint pain, and help combat specific [...]

Is your waist circumference the source of your low back pain?
November 20, 2013

The relationship between low back pain and obesity remains controversial. A recent study carried out on over 300 male and female participants over a six year period showed that waist [...]

“We take care of our teeth daily; It’s time to “brush and floss”the rest of our body to stay pain -free” – The Exercise Physiology Group
October 11, 2013

As human beings we take pride in our appearance, hygiene and wellbeing. We are consistently told in society that we “need” to do things. One example from dentists is that [...]

“Australia is an aging, inactive population.” What exactly does this mean?
March 18, 2013

For a significant percentage of the population, this will mean developing type II diabetes. This impairment in processing blood glucose leads to scarring, damage and dysfunction of the heart and [...]

Is the HIT Protocol the ‘Cure-all’ we have been waiting for?
March 1, 2013

The short answer is YES . . . . . . . . . . and no.  At the Exercise Physiology Group in Melbourne, we incorporate a version of the [...]