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Best Indoor Sports to Try This Winter in Australia

Best Indoor Sports to Try This Winter in Australia

May 1, 2026 · 6 min read

Winter is when most Australians drop their exercise routine — but it is also the best time to discover an indoor sport you have never tried. From the fast-paced rallies of badminton to the social buzz of a dance class, there are plenty of ways to stay active without braving...

Make Friends in Australia: The 2026 Guide That Works

Make Friends in Australia: The 2026 Guide That Works

April 26, 2026 · 20 min read

Making friends in Australia as an adult is harder than it used to be, and the data backs it up. More than two in five young Australians say they feel lonely, and adult life no longer comes with the built-in social infrastructure of school, sport, and shared offices. This guide...

Grip Strength: The 10-Second Health Test You Can Do at Home

Grip Strength: The 10-Second Health Test You Can Do at Home

April 20, 2026 · 5 min read

A simple squeeze of your hand could reveal more about your long-term health than most blood tests. A 2026 meta-analysis of over 900,000 people found that grip strength asymmetry — a significant difference between your left and right hands — increases all-cause mortality risk by 12 per cent. When combined...

Exercise Halves Premature Death Risk for Midlife Women

Exercise Halves Premature Death Risk for Midlife Women

March 24, 2026 · 6 min read

A major Australian study tracking more than 11,000 women over 15 years has found that those who consistently met physical activity guidelines through their 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s halved their risk of dying prematurely. The research was one of the largest studies of its kind globally. Here's what the...

From Team Sports to Pickleball: How Our Relationship with Sport Changes Over a Lifetime

From Team Sports to Pickleball: How Our Relationship with Sport Changes Over a Lifetime

December 7, 2025 · 4 min read

Sport in Australia is constantly evolving, and the way we stay active looks different at every stage of life. From childhood swimming lessons to the rise of casual fitness and social sports, new data from the latest AusPlay “Lifelong Involvement in Sport” report highlights how our habits, motivations and barriers...

Beyond the Scoreboard: How Community Sport Makes Your Brain Stronger

Beyond the Scoreboard: How Community Sport Makes Your Brain Stronger

October 18, 2025 · 3 min read

Think joining a local social sport is just good for your physical health? Think again. The very aerobic, community-based activities that build friendships are also giving your brain a serious workout, helping you learn and remember more effectively. We look at why group fitness is the ultimate brain tonic.

The Growing Need to Get Moving: What the New Dementia Figures Mean for Australia

The Growing Need to Get Moving: What the New Dementia Figures Mean for Australia

September 26, 2025 · 3 min read

A new report from the AIHW reveals that over 425,000 Australians are living with dementia, a number set to soar. We look at what the figures mean for our health and how embracing an active life can be our most powerful defence.

Physical Literacy: The Simple Skill Your Kids Need to be Active for Life

Physical Literacy: The Simple Skill Your Kids Need to be Active for Life

September 23, 2025 · 4 min read

Two in three Australian children aren't meeting physical activity guidelines. But a simple, foundational skill called 'Physical Literacy' is the key to changing that. We explore what it is and how parents can use fun, variety, and local community groups to set their kids up for a healthy, active future.

Keep Your New Year’s Fitness Resolution: Make It Fun,
Easy, and Realistic

Keep Your New Year’s Fitness Resolution: Make It Fun, Easy, and Realistic

January 31, 2025 · 3 min read

Inspired by a recent episode of The Vergecast, here are tips on how to keep your New Year's fitness resolution. From starting small to finding fun activities and breaking streaks, these ideas focus on making fitness easy and rewarding.

Why Playing Sports is More Than Just Fun: Insights from a TED Video

Why Playing Sports is More Than Just Fun: Insights from a TED Video

January 15, 2025 · 4 min read

Playing sports is more than just a pastime—it’s a powerful way to boost your physical and mental health! In this insightful TED-Ed video, Leah Lagos and Jaspal Ricky Singh dive into the science of how sports improve fitness, enhance brain function, and build resilience. Watch the video to discover why...