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!

Fix Tip - Lower Limb Strength

Sore knees and hips or just want to increase your lower limb strength? Have a go at this weeks exercise of the week, the sit to stand. A great functional movement for the young and old! We have 3 variations for for beginner, intermediate and advanced. Have fun!

1. Sit to stand with hands to assist

2. Sit to stand no hands

3. Staggered stance or single leg

Fix Tip - Chronic Back Pain

Did you know that chronic lower back pain can affect up to 80% of Australians at some point in their life?

Watch on to find out more about why exercise is so important in maintaining a healthy spine and what exercises you can give a go today.

As always, if you want more personalized advice and assistance, you can book in with our Exercise Physiologist, Hayley and Megan, who will provide you with a tailored program to suit you.

Telehealth at Fix MP using Physitrack - How to guide

Whether you are using a phone, tablet or computer, Telehealth doesn't need to be a daunting experience. Here our Fix MP Exercise Physiologists give a step by step explanation of how to log in to your online consultation.

To book a Telehealth Consultation with our Exercise Physiologists visit: https://fix-muscle-performance.au1.cliniko.com/bookings#practitioner