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News: Wellness

Aquamoves encourages Shepparton community to play for wellness
Shepparton aquatic and recreation facility Aquamoves is to host a special ‘Play for Wellness’ session as of tomorrow - 3rd November. The one-off class is free for members of the...
Nov 1, 2017
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Regular exercise can improve lives for people with Parkinson’s
With today marking the start of the annual Parkinson’s diseases awareness week, Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) Chief Executive Richard Beddie has highlighted...
Oct 31, 2017
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Wellness
Arts on prescription can help deliver wellness outcomes
University of NSW Conjoint Professor Chris Poulos and Associate Professor Roslyn Poulos are championing a program where health professionals, including GPs, write prescriptions...
Oct 29, 2017
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Exercise innovator brings Electric Muscle Stimulation technology to NZ Fitness and Health Expo
XBody New Zealand founder Sabine Parry will this weekend present cutting-edge Germany body-shaping technology that is revolutionising the fitness industry in Europe at the NZ...
Oct 26, 2017
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MyFirstGym looks to target growth potential in children’s fitness
New childrens' fitness concept, MyFirstGym has opened the doors on its first Australian gym in the Brisbane suburb of Hawthorne backed by an aggressive growth strategy that will...
Oct 25, 2017
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Wexer acquires Connected Fitness Labs, to create ‘one-stop shop for digital fitness'
In a move that demonstrates its strong growth ambitions, digital fitness technology leader Wexer has announced its acquisition of London-based mobile app development company...
Oct 24, 2017
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Reformer Pilates reimagined at new Sydney studio
Transforming 100 years of exercise physiology into a complete sensory experience, Vive Active has opened its first Pilates studio in Sydney, fusing reformer Pilates with...
Oct 24, 2017
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Technogym to host Global Wellness Summit in 2018
Following the success of the recent 2017 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) in the US city of Miami, its has been announced that the 2018 edition of the world’s premier wellness event...
Oct 23, 2017
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Debitsuccess to hold sales and marketing masterclasses in Auckland and Melbourne
Debitsuccess is using its market leading presence in the fitness and recreation sectors to enhance industry sales and marketing skills. The billing experts will be staging a...
Oct 19, 2017
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Fitness Show provides a snapshot of the exercise habits of Australians
The gym is still one of the most popular ways to work out and social media inspires us in our fitness endeavours, according to the latest survey results from the organisers of...
Oct 17, 2017
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Hugh Jackman backs Les Mills and UNICEF Workout for Water event
Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has declared his support for a worldwide ‘Workout for Water’ event planned by UNICEF and Les Mills to improve access to safe drinking water. Speaking...
Oct 16, 2017
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Monash University hosts second 'City in Motion' community outreach event
Monash University and the City of Monash have become Australia's 'City in Motion' for the second year in a row by jointly hosting a community recreation and sport event. The...
Oct 15, 2017
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NZ Fitness & Health Expo prepares for 10,000 visitors
Returning to Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds for two days of all things to do with living an inspired, healthy lifestyle, the NZ Fitness & Health Expo is preparing for what is...
Oct 15, 2017
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Personal trainer’s client support work acknowledged with Fitness Australia Award
Melbourne-based personal trainer Belinda Nelson’s work in helping a client overcome Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and arthritis has been recognised with her being...
Oct 9, 2017
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New alliance to champion wellbeing in the arts
Australian arts organisations are marking World Mental Health Day (Tuesday 10th October) with the announcement of a new initiative to support mental health and wellbeing....
Oct 9, 2017
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Affordable luxury at refurbished Sydney CBD fitness club
Luxury Sydney fitness club Premier Health & Fitness CBD, has recently opened its doors after two-months of renovation that involved a footprint reconfiguration and the...
Oct 9, 2017
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Leading fitness professionals compete for 2017 New Zealand Exercise Industry Awards
Leading fitness facilities, trainers, educators and innovators have been named as finalists in the 2017 New Zealand Exercise Industry Awards. The Awards, recognised as the...
Oct 8, 2017
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Wattbike announces Johnson Health Tech Australia as new distributor partner
Leading indoor cycle maker Wattbike has announced the appointment of Johnson Health Tech Australia (JHTA) as its distributor throughout Australia, with the Victorian-based...
Oct 8, 2017
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Technogym equipped C2K Castle Hill presents wellness choices of the future
The C2K Fitness and Aquatic Centre in Sydney’s Hills District is about to reap the benefits of introducing Technogym’s ‘Connected Wellness Experience’ for their members and...
Oct 6, 2017
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New Belgravia Foundation looks to enhance wellbeing outcomes among marginalised communities
Australians living with a disability or who experience disadvantage are set to benefit from Belgravia Health and Leisure Group’s latest philanthropic initiative, Belgravia...
Oct 4, 2017
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FIBO China visitor numbers rise by 28%
The growth of the 2017 FIBO China fitness exhibition, which saw attendee numbers rise by 28%, has led organisers to secure a larger Shanghai venue for its 2018 edition. Visitor...
Oct 3, 2017
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New YMCA Victoria appointments to provide greater strategic focus
YMCA Victoria’s revitalisation of its Recreation division has reached its final phase, with the appointment of four new Development Managers: Charlotte Hurst, Nathan Costin,...
Oct 1, 2017
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Active Management supports ClubIntel’s third Annual International Fitness Industry Trend Study
Leading fitness industry consultancy Active Management is encouraging industry stakeholders to contribute to the third annual International Health/Fitness Industry Trend Study –...
Sep 28, 2017
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Undeclared steroids found in sports supplements sold in Australia and New Zealand
The University of Otago has revealed that at least six sports supplements on sale in Australia and New Zealand contain anabolic steroids not declared on their labels. Designer...
Sep 27, 2017
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