Fitness

Follow the links below to find information on fitness and how to get fit.  

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Reviewed December 2011

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Title:   Healthy ageing - stay mentally active
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Growing older does not mean an inevitable decline in mental abilities such as memory. Researchers believe that many of the supposed age-related changes affecting the mind, such as memory loss, are actually lifestyle related. Medications and illness can cause memory loss. Physical fitness, a healthy diet and mental exercises can all help maintain cognitive functions including memory.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Solariums (sunbeds and tanning beds)
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sunbeds and solariums do not provide a safe tan. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from solariums can increase your risk of developing skin cancer. Solariums can also cause eye damage and immediate skin damage such as sunburn, irritation, redness and swelling.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Heart disease when you're fit and healthy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Some people are lean, active and healthy but still suffer from heart disease. Cholesterol levels that are normal for most people may be too high for others. While we can't change genetic factors, researchers are trying to understand why people react differently to the same situations.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Physical fitness training for stroke patients
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Fitness training is considered beneficial for stroke patients. Physical fitness is important for the performance of everyday activities. The physical fitness of stroke patients is impaired after their stroke and this may reduce their ability to perform ...
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Surfing - health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Surfing is popular among people of all ages and abilities. It promotes health and wellbeing, including cardiovascular fitness as well as strength in the core, back, shoulders and legs. Taking lessons to learn the correct surfing technique will help to get you started. You should be a strong swimmer and always be aware of the safety aspects of being in the surf.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Squash - health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Squash is a racquet game that can be played at any age. It is easy to learn and there are modified rules and equipment to suit every size and skill level. Squash can be played for leisure or as a competitive sport.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Cricket - health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Cricket is a sport with health benefits including building endurance and stamina, balance, improved hand-eye co-ordination and team skills. Protective gear, including sun protection, is important to avoid injury.
Date:   Nov 2010
Title:   Resistance training - beginners
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Resistance training increases muscle strength by pitting muscles against a weight, such as a dumbbell, barbell or other type of resistance. A rubberised band can even be used. Resistance training can increase muscle strength and bone density and reduce body fat.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Lifestyle changes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a very common condition affecting 4% to 18% of women. Being overweight worsens all clinical features of PCOS. These clinical features include reproductive manifestations such as reduced frequency of ovulation and irre...
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Healthy ageing in your fifties - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Fight the effects of ageing in your fifties by improving your muscle strength, aerobic capacity, flexibility and bone strength and boosting your immune system.
Date:   Mar 2010
Title:   Ageing - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Ageing brings with it some inevitable restrictions, particularly regarding fitness and mobility, but medical advice should be sought if certain symptoms occur.
Date:   Oct 2009
Title:   Don't fall for it. Falls can be prevented!
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   The booklet is aimed at community dwelling older people and their families and carers.
Date:   Jan 2005
Title:   Make a move - Falls prevention ...
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Falls prevention and environment, medication, vision, home hazards, chronic illness, physical activity, balance and walking style, osteoporosis, footwear.
Date:   Nov 2003

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