About the author: Matt Jeffers holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy) and has been practising Myotherapy for over 12 years, both in Australia and overseas. Matt owns and is available for consultation at Muscle and Move Myotherapy in Richmond and Camberwell, along with working at AFL club Richmond FC and has recently launched […]
Tell the truth now – have you ever watched Enter the Dragon or The Karate Kid and then tried (and failed) to imitate those slick fighting moves? Whether we’ve done it to fend off bullies, impress someone, tried it as a HIIT workout, used it to improve body image and self-confidence or even as a […]
Gout is a form of arthritis that can cause intense, stinging pain in the ankles, knees, and toes. It can also affect the ears, wrists, and small joints in the hands. So what’s the cause of gout? It’s usually the result of high levels of uric acid. Uric acid can accumulate in the joints and […]
These posture correction tips for your back are more important than ever if you have bad posture or you’re working from home at the moment. Good posture benefits your health and productivity. Good posture is the most efficient position when sitting, standing, sleeping, walking and lying in everyday life. So how do we fix our […]
Just like you, your body has a daily task list that it needs to accomplish. Unlike you, your body has the motivation to go through with it but it cannot do so in the absence of energy and vital nutrition. The body gets this from the foods and fluids that you consume daily. This is […]
Your feet are one of the most overworked and under-appreciated parts of your body. They are subjected to years and years of walking and running, improper footwear and usually a great deal of neglect. How about looking after them with a pedicure at home this weekend? While it may be a challenge to replicate the […]
One of the beliefs that is most harmful to your emotional well-being is that failing makes you a failure. While it is challenging and upsetting to learn how to deal with failure, if you try something and fail, it doesn’t make you a failure. Today we’re going to talk about taking it in your stride […]
If there is one experience that all women (of reproductive age) share across the planet, across cultures and borders, it is the menstrual cycle. While it is a natural process of the female body, some of the symptoms that accompany it can be unpleasant or even painful. Menstrual cramps are possibly the worst part of […]
We know how much Aussies enjoy a weekend beer or a quick post-work Scotch. Most Australian households spend about $32 per week on alcoholic beverages but while the majority of drinkers are responsible, it is important to understand the effects of alcohol on your system. While it may help you have a good time, alcohol […]
It has been called medicine for the soul. It moves us, motivates us, and soothes us. Gives us pleasure and helps alleviate pain. Powerful and highly personal. For many, it is even tied to their very sense of identity. Its appeal is universal; transcending borders, languages and cultures. It is woven into the fabric of […]
