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Regional Australians Walk 75 Minutes More in Walkable Towns

April 3, 2026 · 6 min read

New research from the Menzies Institute for Medical Research has found that people in highly walkable regional towns walk 75 minutes more each week than those in areas with poor walkability — nearly double the difference seen in cities. With regional Australians facing higher rates of chronic disease and fewer than one in four adults meeting physical activity guidelines, the findings make a strong case for investing in connected footpaths and safer walking routes outside metro areas.

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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...

Get Active for Less: The Changes Proposed to Make Fitness More Affordable in Australia

February 28, 2026 · 6 min read

With the cost of living biting hard, getting active can feel like the last thing you can afford. But a bold new proposal from Australia's peak fitness body could be about to change that — with $500 family vouchers for gyms and studios, tax-free gym perks through your employer, and...

Can an E-Bike Be the Key to Your Fitness Journey?

February 27, 2026 · 12 min read

If you’ve ever felt that traditional cycling was too demanding or that injuries were holding you back from staying active, you aren’t alone. A recent qualitative study on the NZ HIKO e-bike programme highlights how electric bikes are acting as a powerful "circuit breaker" for inactivity. By reducing the physical...

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Stronger Together: Why Social Connection is the Secret Ingredient to Staying Active

February 23, 2026 · 2 min read

New research reveals that for older adults, physical health and social circles are two sides of the same coin—offering a powerful strategy to fight loneliness while staying fit. Recent findings suggest that treating strong social networks and physical activity as "inextricably linked" can dramatically improve well-being, yet nearly 57% of...

The Resolution Trap: Why ‘All-or-Nothing’ is the Enemy of Consistency

January 30, 2026 · 3 min read

The "New Year, New Me" energy is a powerful motivator, but it often comes with a hidden trap: the all-or-nothing mindset. Many of us start January with rigid fitness resolutions, believing that if we can't commit to a full hour at the gym or a high-intensity session, it’s not worth...

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More Than Just a Walk: How Outdoor Groups Build Community for CALD Women

January 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Beyond the physical benefits of exercise, getting outdoors provides a vital pathway for social connection and cultural exchange. Drawing on the 2025 SAFE research by RMIT University, we explore how community-led outdoor groups are helping women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds overcome barriers to participation. From reducing isolation...

Keeping Teen Girls in the Game: Is Australia Facing a ‘Grand Décrochage’?

January 23, 2026 · 3 min read

A major study from France has highlighted a concerning phenomenon known as the "grand décrochage"—the great drop-out of teenage girls from organised sport. As the pressure of exams, social media, and body image mounts, many girls are hanging up their boots before they even reach adulthood. But is this just...

Dive into Summer: Score Free Pool Entry with the Banana Swim Pass

January 17, 2026 · 2 min read

Looking for a way to beat the summer heat without spending a cent? This Wednesday, 21 January, your morning snack becomes your ticket to the pool. Australian Bananas has teamed up with Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus for the "Banana Swim Pass"—a nationwide event where a single banana gets you free...

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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...

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