cardiovascular disease and exercise

Physical Activity, Exercise and Cardiac Disease

Cardiac disease, or cardiovascular disease (CVD), is the single biggest leading cause of death of Australians every year. And by a lot! Nearly 30% of all deaths last year were attributed to CVD (ABS, 2017). The stark reality is when you die, chances are it will be due to a heart related disease. Don’t worry, I’m…

Rowing Back Pain

Rowing and Lower Back Pain: What’s Happening?

For those who have trained or competed in rowing, you know the rush when the boat is moving after that perfect stroke. But you also know the amount of hard work and dedication that goes into this sport that requires immense power, finesse and, above all, endurance.  For those who have never tried it, let…

Stroke

FREE blood pressure checks at the healthy body company this week for National Stroke Week (Monday 12th September – Friday 16th September) A stroke occurs when there is insufficient blood flow to an area of the brain. The affected brain cells are deprived of oxygen and begin to die.  This can lead to a loss…