Fix Tip - Asthma and Exercise

Asthma is a respiratory condition which increases inflammation in your bronchial airways, making it difficult to get air in and out of the lungs. A normal response to exercise is shortness of breath, however, with a respiratory condition it can mean your shortness of breath is increased. Exercise is safe to perform and can help manage symptoms of asthma and increase lung capacity.


Fix Tip - Real Time Seated Exercises - 11 Minute Session

Exercise is important for everyone, regardless of ability, age and conditions. Seated exercises are a great way to get moving! Follow along for this REAL TIME exercise session! All you need is some light weights (cans of soup will do!) and a chair! Join Megan, Exercise Physiologist, in this 11-minute session targeting the full body!

Fix Tip - Lower Back Mobility

In this week's video we talk about mobility for the lower back. Mobility is a fantastic way to help with stiffness in your lower back muscles. It is important to consult your health practitioner to choose the most appropriate exercises for you. If you have any questions please consult Fix Movement Performance Exercise Physiologists

Fix Tip - Exercise Physiologist Megan's Top 5 Exercises

This week we have decided to show you one of Exercise Physiologists, Megan’s, favourite and most valuable exercises! She covers 5 different exercises and explains the technique on how to perform each. We hope we enjoy and learn some new exercises to try in your home program!

Fix Tip - Balance Exercises

Balance exercises are a great preventative method for reducing falls risk and improving overall stability and control. In this weeks video we discuss why balance exercises are important, how to implement them into your routine, and how to perform them safely.

We give you 3 exercises, all with progressions to increase difficulty. Please perform them in a safe environment, or with supervision

Fix Tip - Mental Health & Exercise

During this time it's important to be aware of our mental health and how we are feeling. Mixed feelings of uncertainty, loneliness and frustration is normal, however, when they start to overwhelm us and we are having more and more of these feelings its important to reach out. Today we talk about the role exercise can play in mental health. If you want further resources or wanting extra assistance in managing your mental health please speak to your health professional, local GP or search beyondblue.com.au

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Fix Tip - Type 2 Diabetes Exercise Groups

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Type two diabetes is a chronic disease that primarily interferes with the bodies ability to produce and utilise insulin. This results in elevated blood sugar levels which can have a negative impact on health long term'. Both an acute bout of exercise and long term adherence to an exercise program, can have positive effects on the management of T2DM and the associated co-morbidities. Fix is excited to announce that we are now offering medicare funded type 2 diabetes exercise groups delivered by our team of exercise physiologists. The 8 week program will also include 8 education sessions delivered by our dietitians from Ripe Health. Please see your GP for a referral or contact the clinic on 5831 5400 for additional details. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Fix Tip - Hypertension & Exercise

Have you been told you have high blood pressure, or at risk of having it? You’re not alone- 1 in 3 Australians have hypertension. However, hypertension can be managed through regular exercise. Find out why it’s important to manage your blood pressure, and how to start implementing exercise into your lifestyle, in this weeks Fix Tip video!