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If you think VO₂max is just important for athletes, think again.
Most vitamins and other nutritional supplements are unlikely to prevent chronic disease. Invest in good quality foods, sleep and exercise instead.
Behavior change is very hard. Try as we might to keep those New Year's resolutions, many have given up by this time. Here are some ways to keep going and stay on track, from a counseling psychologist.
Where to start amid all the equipment, classes and lycra.
As we age, our bodies need different types of exercise. Here is a guide to doing the right exercise for your age.
Moralistic talk about food, exercise and bodies has its roots in Christianity and is perpetuated by corporations. Collectively, we can resist.
As you age, your body deteriorates and your risk of disease and injury increases. Here's a decade by decade guide to what you're up against – and what you can do about it.
Sitting too much might be killing you – this is what you can do about it.
Aerobic exercise can improve erections in men suffering from erectile dysfunction.
All Australians aged 13-17 are encouraged to do 60 minutes of physical activity a day.
Research indicates exercise is effective for improving mood and preventing the development of depression in young people.
From weekend walks with your doctor to free gym memberships, there is a global movement afoot.
These four “natural” therapies for depression have rigorous, peer-reviewed scientific studies to support their use.
The new Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans have just been released, and here is the bottom line: Just move. Bike, walk, run or lift weights. It all counts toward your weekly exercise quota.
Women and adolescent girls say that being outdoors in nature offers opportunities to gain confidence in physical activity.
The exam period can be a stressful time for students. Here are a few strategies to help students cope.
Perfectionists have a higher chance of developing bulimia nervosa. Rather than treating symptoms of binge eating and vomiting, therapists should address this underlying personality trait.
It's never too late to start exercising, and age isn't a reason to stop either.
Seasonal animals such as the Siberian hamster can teach us a lot about appetite suppression.
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Professor of Health Sciences, University of South Australia
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Associate Professor, Deakin University
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Simon Rosenbaum is a Friend of The Conversation.
Senior Research Fellow, UNSW
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Professor of Physical Activity, Lifestyle, and Population Health, University of Sydney
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Professor and Laboratory Head of Physical Activity, Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
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Professor, School of Allied Health Sciences, Griffith University
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Professor of Clinical Exercise Science and Deputy Director Research Training Institute for Health and Sport (IHES), Victoria University
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Lecturer in Prevention and Research Fellow in Public Health, University of Sydney
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Course coordinator for postgraduate level Certificate in Ergonomics, Rhodes University
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Professorial Research Fellow: Physical Activity and Health, CQUniversity Australia
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Associate Professor, School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Curtin University
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Professor of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University
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Pro Vice-Chancellor, Engagement, Australian Catholic University
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Australian Medical Doctor; Fellow in Global Health & NCDs, University of Copenhagen
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Alfred Deakin Professor, Deakin University
