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  • Weekend reboot: staying healthy in your downtime Tips for less booze and more bounce on your weekends. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/weekend-reboot-staying-healthy-in-your-downtime
  • 7 ways to get out of your comfort zone this week Feel like you’re stuck in a rut? It might be time to break out of your routine. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/7-ways-to-get-out-of-your-comfort-zone
  • Fundraising your way to better health Fundraising and volunteering may improve your own health and wellbeing, as well as help others. We look at the evidence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/fundraising-to-better-health
  • The science behind motivation What is motivation? We find out how our brain becomes, and stays, motivated, to help us achieve our goals with expert tips from a neuroscientist. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/science-behind-motivation
  • How ‘green space’ can improve your health What are the health benefits of green space? Here’s why getting outdoors in nature can reduce stress and anxiety and improve wellbeing. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/green-space-can-improve-health
  • How to be a good netball coach: Meet the regular dad who became a courtside hero Coaching young netballers is a tough gig. It’s even harder when you’re not an expert on the game of netball. Meet Wayne; the sport-loving WA dad who became a netball coach and courtside hero. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/netball/how-to-coach-netball
  • 5 simple ways to try outdoor fitness It’s important to keep active for our physical and mental health, and exercising in the great outdoors goes the extra mile for your wellbeing. Get busy with our five ideas for outdoor fitness activities. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/top-outdoor-fitness-activities
  • Fitness for seniors: How one athlete keeps active after 80 One trail-blazing woman is improving the mental and physical health of rural and remote communities around Australia though her grassroots initiative, Active Farmers. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fitness-for-seniors
  • Home workout routines: 5 easy exercises you can do at home Some health issues can feel embarrassing to talk about, from farting to erectile dysfunction. We ask an expert what’s normal and when to see your doctor. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/home-workout-routines-easy-exercises
  • Bush Bootcamps: How rural and remote mental health is improving with fitness One trail-blazing woman is improving the mental and physical health of rural and remote communities around Australia though her grassroots initiative, Active Farmers. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/bush-bootcamps-how-rural-and-remote-mental-health-is-improving-with-fitness
  • Can an efficient metabolism help you lose weight? When the temperature soars, your usual workout may not be as comfortable or easy. We ask the experts for their advice on keeping cool while staying fit in summer. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fast-metabolism-help-to-lose-weight
  • Do wearables really work? Are wearable fitness trackers worthwhile, and how can you make the most of them to achieve your health and fitness goals? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/wearables-and-your-health
  • Your camping safety checklist for a safer family holiday As thousands of Aussie families plan to go camping for their holidays this summer, it pays to be ready with camping safety in mind. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/camping-safety-checklist-tips
  • How to set a healthy daily routine and stick to it In the new year, many of us want to create routines for better health, sleep and fitness. Here’s how to make and stick to a healthy daily routine. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/healthy-daily-routine
  • The benefits of pet therapy Pets aren’t just cute to cuddle. Did you know that having or playing with a pet can help you recover from illness and stay healthy? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/pet-therapy
  • 7 ways to stay healthy on holidays Wondering how to stay healthy on holidays? Keeping your exercise goals on track while you’re travelling is easier than you might think. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/how-to-stay-healthy-on-holidays
  • What are the best low-impact exercises for women? Exercise doesn’t have to leave you sweaty and exhausted. Low-impact activity has many fitness benefits – especially for women. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/low-impact-exercises-for-women
  • Menopause weight gain and loss of libido: what you need to know Your libido and weight fluctuate naturally throughout your life, but menopause can make the changes more dramatic. Here’s what’s going on and what you can do about it. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/perimenopause-menopause/weight-gain-libido-loss
  • Relieving menopause symptoms If you’re approaching or experiencing menopause, you’re probably aware of how it can affect your mind and body. Here’s what to do, how to get help and manage the symptoms. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/relieving-menopause-symptoms
  • How to be a good netball coach: Meet the regular dad who became a courtside hero Coaching young netballers is a tough gig. It’s even harder when you’re not an expert on the game of netball. Meet Wayne; the sport-loving WA dad who became a netball coach and courtside hero. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/family/coaching-netball