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25.01.2022 Hey Legends! . We are living in undoubtedly a strange time.. BUT, how we choose to view the world is everything! ... . Most of you know I absolutely froth and get fired up by meditation and I see massive benefits in my life by having a small meditation practice. . I've been doing Deepak Chopra's 21 Day Abundance Meditation Challenge and it has made a massive difference to my life and I want to share it with all you beautiful people that are keen. . This is a super simple beginners level, 10 min meditation + Task that takes around 30mins to complete in total. . If you're interested or know someone thats interested Share this and get them to send me a DM and I'll add you to the private FACEBOOK group . Community is everything and we need to rally together! . Much Love + Stay Positive, Easy (even if you've done it before, please join. Your participation breeds inspiration) See more

25.01.2022 Attn: AcuFit 360 Health Customers We understand this is a very confusing and uncertain time for all. We have taken a considered approach to this matter before addressing our community. ... Due to the continuously changing policies regarding Allied Health professionals (which include us), we have implemented several key changes in our business model. As we understand it, we can and will continue to remain open and provide health care to our patients and the greater community. Our role in easing the burden on the healthcare system is not something we take on lightly. We have made the difficult decision to close our Wollongong facility from Monday the 6th of April for the time being, however we will continue to keep our Thirroul clinic open. We are continuously reviewing and increasing our health standards and infection control protocols to meet the requirements set by the Australian Government to assist reduce and contain the spread of Covid-19. As such, as of Monday April 6th 2020, there will be updates to our clinic times: 1.Our hours of operation: -Thirroul: -Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 8am-5pm. -Tuesday, Thursday: 10-7pm. 2.Each consult has been spaced out to allow for reduced patient flow in the waiting room and, to allow for sanitising and cleaning of each room. The bulk of our current health treatment offerings are in Herbal Medicine. We implore our client base to reach out and enquire about herbal medicine approaches to the treatment of injuries and illnesses, and for boosting their immunity as we transition through Autumn and Winter and, whilst we navigate the Covid-19 health crisis. We are also offering patients Telehealth/zoom video consultations to enable us to contact you to discuss your health issues. As always, we look to support you, our community. You are not alone in this and over the coming weeks if you ever feel anxious or fearful or need a chat- we are here for you. Yours in health and wellbeing, Jane, Eamon and Mike. See more

25.01.2022 Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 Australian women and this month we are rallying with Endometriosis Australia to "end Endo". This fun and informative event organised by great people is an opportunity for us all to get together and do our best to show solidarity and kick disease to the curb! Tix below :)

24.01.2022 Jane doing some great work at a great organisation -Wollongong Animal Rescue network

24.01.2022 My ancestors need me to be a good friend to ya bro haha is the time of my life. Yep. Inspirational

23.01.2022 New March workshop! Call out to all the: very new mums soon to be mums and soon to be mums again... We are collaborating with local doula and nutritionist Amy Pasfield from Mother Unearthed and Jess Cunningham, a womens health physio in a new postpartum workshop. Please check out the event below to find out more and share with any one you think would be interested

23.01.2022 Self-care is such a crucial part of managing your health - especially in people with endometriosis. Hot off the press is a new article about the best self-management to use in endometriosis lead by none other than Acu-Fit's own Mike Armour and endorsed by the World Endometriosis Society. Completely free to access so share with anyone who might benefit. If you'd like to know more about how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can treat endometriosis please come and see us!... https://academic.oup.com/hro/article/2020/2/hoaa028/5849477

21.01.2022 Unfortunately and with a heavy heart we have to suspend practice at our Wollongong facility but we will continue to be offering kickass health solutions from our Thirroul practice

21.01.2022 Part 1 of a podcast Will and I did last week with good friend and mentor of the ways of breath, ice and human optimisation- Johannes Egberts

21.01.2022 Sat 22nd of Feb not to be missed! 6hr intensive Movement + mobility + ice Click through to the link to book your spot

21.01.2022 Hey Legends! We are living in undoubtedly a strange time.. BUT, how we choose to view the world is everything! Most of you know I absolutely froth and get fired... up by meditation and I see massive benefits in my life by having a small meditation practice. I've been doing Deepak Chopra's 21 Day Abundance Meditation Challenge and it has made a massive difference to my life and I want to share it with all you beautiful people that are keen. This is a super simple beginners level, 10 min meditation + Task that takes around 30mins to complete in total If you're interested or know someone thats interested Share this and get them to send me a DM and I'll add you to the private group Community is everything and we need to rally together! Much Love + Stay Positive, Easy (even if you've done it before, please join)

18.01.2022 For those who want to learn more about the breath techniques we teach at our facility for wellbeing. These techniques are helpful in combatting stress, anxiety and building a mindfulness practice. Not too mention super relaxing and fun ... All taught but a good friend of my mine who teaches hundreds of breath workshops every year See more

17.01.2022 Tickets for sale until Wednesday, secure your spot in the link below https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/holistic-postpartum-prepara

17.01.2022 One of my old high school teachers drove all the way down from Bondi for a treatment today because youre the best at acupuncture . I know he hasnt had acupuncture from anyone else before but I appreciate him saying it . Paul is testament to me, and a lot of his old students, that the effect that you have on people is the only currency there is ... . Sometimes people need a lot from you but most of the time some nice words or just showing up for them will go along way . As Forrest Gump says thats all I have to say about that.. See more

16.01.2022 Food for thought . Our earth is spinning at roughly 1600km per hour.. . And it’s hurtling through space around the sun at 107,000km per hour..... . The sun and our solar system appear to be moving at an average of 720,000km per hour.. . SO basically we are hurtling through infinite space AND no one’s driving this ship See more

16.01.2022 As most people know, Im a massive fan of mindfulness and empowering people to take control of their situation and their lives . Birth preparation is so important to increasing better birth outcomes and I always recommend my patients & their partners participate in calm birthing courses once they shoot past 26 weeks of pregnancy . And, as of this year its being offered in Wollongong ... #Repost @calmbirth_with_lyndal with @get_repost c a l m b i r t h n o w i n w o l l o n g o n g Hi Im Lyndal and these are the little loves of my life. I come to Calmbirth as a midwife and a mother. A mother who used the Calmbirth skills and knowledge in all three of my labours. A Registered Midwife who has worked with women for 10 years now. I became interested in childbirth education after being a part of some very beautiful and positive birth experiences, the women who experience this leave fear behind and enter their birth space with trust and confidence. For this aspect of your life, the journey towards parenthood, I whole-heartedly believe knowledge is power. It was the birth of my first child that made me realise I wanted to empower women and their partners to take control of their own birth experience. Calmbirth is so perfectly aligned with my birth and labour philosophies that it was the obvious path for me to follow. Im so excited to finally be able to bring this course to Wollongong.

14.01.2022 The number 1 thing you can do to combat stress is to use the triangle breathing technique. breathing through the nose Follow a 4sec inhale - 8sec exhale - 4 sec hold. Repeat as many times as you need

14.01.2022 I’ve been marinating on this quote for some time now. . I’ll be taking a sabbatical from clinic life for the next month or so. If you’re a current client have no fear as our other tremendous staff members will be in clinic to help you reach insane levels of zen and wellbeing . For as long as I can remember I’ve always tried to share, teach,discuss & embody simple ideas of health + wellness. ... . Most of the time I get caught in the discussion phase instead of the action phase. So I’ve decided to take some action. And that action requires me stepping back from practice. . I have a vision for life and I want it to become a reality. I’ve realised over time that I want to empower people to change their lives for the better. Even though I’m an Acupuncturist, I actually don’t have any attachment to people doing acupuncture. My goal is to get people fired up about their own physical emotional and spiritual/existential states so they can crush their limitless life goals. . Acupuncture can be that catalyst but so can your first ice bath . . In fact, since I started practicing, my goal for my clients was to fast track them getting back to doing what they love and by making me redundant. Give people a skill set to help them navigate the challenges of life just a tad easier. . But what I’ve learnt overtime this isn’t as simple as I thought. It’s also not a terribly effective way to run a small business... AND I need to figure out a way to help people and make bank cause as we all know everything in life costs something. . Change + growth is undeniably tough. Taking control of your life and health requires breaking down so many cultural, familial, societal paradigms and all expectations of yourself. . Taking a step back feels right but has also triggered a lot of insecurities around giving up or making a mistake- but I believe if you want something great you’ve got to create enough space for something greater to fit.. . I guess my long diatribe cut short: 2020 has been a big perspective shift for a lot of people including myself- and the loud question beating in my heart: If not now- when? . Much love legends . ~> my sabbatical starts on the 11th Sept <~ See more

14.01.2022 Dr Mike our new Chinese Medicine Practitioner co-authoring a new paper on Acupuncture/Acupressure and labour pain - check it out

14.01.2022 Hey awesome people This is an IMPORTANT UPDATE regarding your Treatment at AcuFit 360 Health and affects your upcoming appointment(s). As Im sure youre aware, the constantly changing landscape of COVID-19 is forcing us all to adapt our life practices to meet an evolving situation, and your health and wellbeing are a major priority for us. ... To ensure we are able to continue to treat you safely all practitioners will be wearing masks during your treatment session and it is now mandatory for you to wear a mask for your session at AcuFit. If you have either a surgical mask or a cloth mask already you are welcome to bring/wear your own mask during your treatment, but we do also have single use masks for sale at reception. You will also get an automated email from our booking software about 8 hours before your appointment for a short COVID screen - please make sure you fill this in before you come to the clinic. We will also be taking extra precautions such as temperature checks and increasing cleaning. If you have any questions prior to your visit, please contact the clinic. Thanks for your Understanding. Warm Regards, AcuFit Team See more

12.01.2022 These are undoubtedly strange times.. Ive never been forced to close my business or even considered not being open for treatment. Who knows whats gonna happen in the next months but I ABSOLUTELY AND WHOLEHEARTEDLY BELIEVE EVERYTHING will not just be OK but will be AMAZING; because life is amazing. ... Anyway, my heart and mind tells me this best thing we can do is respect social distancing but come together where we can. So for the next 21 days, from tomorrow at 6am, I will be posting in my story each day Deepak Chopras 21 Day Abundance Meditation These are super short and super easy for anyone- including absolute beginners. So I encourage everyone to join. Theres 1 brief meditation and 1 small daily task to do. This exercise can be completely private or it can be an opportunity to share positivity on your socials so please message me and let me know how you got on with the daily Med & task If you dont want to participate thats also OK know that I love you and wish you and your family nothing but absolute happiness, peace and abundance Eamon See more

12.01.2022 Our soon to be newest member of the AcuFit Team Dr Mike Armour is speaking on a live webinar next Sunday on Acupuncture and IVF

11.01.2022 Hey awesome FB people . As Im pretty sure everyone is well and truly across it by now- the coronavirus is knocking people for 6- physically, emotionally, spiritually and toilet paperally . Our clinics will continue to be open and serving our superb community until scomo himself barges in and drags me away from my acupuncture ... . So what can we do in the meantime to bolster our immune systems and our healths? . 1.Mindset- think positively. I am healthy, happy & strong- say this mantra so often you cant stop thinking it. 2.Meditation + Breathing- deeply breathe slowly in through your nose and out of your nose to help filter and regulate what youre breathing in. 3.Nutrition- cut the crap.Consume lots of broths and nutrient dense foods. 4.Supplements - Zinc + Vitamin C/SEA/D you can also add oil of oregano + olive leaf extract. 5.Magnesium baths . 6.Rubbing Essential Oils on your skin to boost immune system and calm. 7.SLEEP- early to bed . 8.Exercise- moderate + fun. . 9.Infrared Sauna . 10.Self Care- do not stop your health regime whether its acupuncture or massage or Chiro, unless youre already sick and contagious. And, what I and my family always take: loads and loads of Chinese Herbal Medicine . Short of doing all 10- Do number 1. Life is the best - never forget it

10.01.2022 We are animal people. No question about it A majority of Janes clientele are dogs, cats and horses. These animals are an important part of their family and as such we give them best level of care so they have the greatest quality of life. Unfortunately our pets cant live forever, but we want to make sure they live a great life while they are with us. If you also have a few fur babies or love animals be sure to follow our new fb page AcuFit Animals

09.01.2022 Mike + Emma from Ghetto Mamas running through some superb acupressure points that you or your support person can do you for you to assist in relaxation and also in the birth preparation stages.

09.01.2022 And just like that . Our chief womens health practitioner is back in business- rested, feeling fabulous and ready to help some people feel sensational . Mike will be practicing out of our Thirroul clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays ... . Be sure to book in or if youre on the World Wide Web be sure to check out our AcuFit 360 health page for helpful self care advice See more

08.01.2022 Incredibly honoured to have been invited to be on an open panel to discuss Endometriosis with renowned specialists. Im there to answer any questions on Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine and its role in providing relief for women impacted by Endometriosis book the date: Saturday 28th of March @sagehotelwollongong . . #Repost @endometriosisaustralia with @get_repost ... #Wollongong here is your second panelist for the EndoMarch High Tea! Please welcome Eamon O'Connor! Eamon OConnor is an Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner who owns and operates 'AcuFit 360 Health' in Wollongong & Thirroul. He has a keen focus in complex womens health issues as hes seen first hand the benefits and mass change to quality-of-life that Chinese Medicine and Alternative therapies can make in someones life. Eamons 360* approach to care is rooted in a belief that disease is complex and at times difficult to navigate, however, there is always a multitude of tools one can implement to improve Health and Wellbeing." Don't forget to grab your tickets today! We can't wait to see you there. @sagehotelwollongong @melgreig_ @wwendomarch #endometriosis #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisaustralia #endomarchaust #hightea #fundraiser #endoendo @acu_fit

08.01.2022 In Chinese medicine a womans menstrual cycle is incredibly important for more than just optimising fertility outcomes . We treat with Acupuncture and Chinese medicine to help women have a smooth painfree cycle and to promote great energy, mood, digestion, sleep, weight levels and more! . Theres a lot of confusion around what a normal cycle is so we hit up Dr Mike today for answers

06.01.2022 Food for thought . Our earth is spinning at roughly 1600km per hour.. . And its hurtling through space around the sun at 107,000km per hour..... . The sun and our solar system appear to be moving at an average of 720,000km per hour.. . SO basically we are hurtling through infinite space AND no ones driving this ship See more

06.01.2022 Meeting Mike the most recent addition to our team. Mike enters our practice with a wealth of knowledge having run his own successful practice back home in NZ. He is also a leader in the Healthy Women research stream at NICM and a Senior Research Fellow at Western Sydney University. In todays' video we discuss a broad range of topics + we've time stamped them for your convenience- for those who are time poor 0.00 Brief intro to mike ... 1.37 mike's research role @ NICM in women's health: period pain, endometriosis, fertility & pregnancy. 2.20 Working in research + alternative medicine 3.24 What drew Mike back to clinic life. 4.42 What is Mike's clinical focus + what drew him to work passionately in the women's health space. 8.28 How to balance research which is part of the western medical model & alternative therapies like Chinese Medicine 11.35 What does Mike enjoy outside of work? See more

03.01.2022 Being in pain sucks. There are no if's but's or maybe's. It's so important to build a self-care toolkit to combat pain. This week we are shining a spotlight on some points that you can use to target Period Pain. Give these acupressure points a try. If it works for you- tremendous. If not, touch base with us- there's always another tool we can try

03.01.2022 Our leading womens health physician, Dr Mike, lead-authoring a latest paper on the prevalence and impact of pelvic and menstrual pain in young women.

03.01.2022 My good friend, mentor and practitioner of Acupuncture & Chinese medicine, Dr RJ Singer, demonstrating a gamechanging self massage technique. Supporting: digestion relieving pain... sleep the list goes on! Give it a try if your body needs a lil TLC

02.01.2022 We are incredibly stoked to have this gentleman join our team this week! (Finally) Dr Mike (who always gets autocorrected in my phone to dr ankle ) is chinese medicine practitioner but also a postdoctoral research fellow working in the area of Womens Health. His current research & treatment areas of focus are gynaecology, pregnancy and fertility ... . For online bookings https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws @ Wollongong, New South Wales

02.01.2022 Day 21/21 today was the final day in my Abundance Meditation series. Over 21 days, each day There is a new meditation and a new task to complete. The final task is to reflect and post a video of your experience in the hopes of opening up even more space in your body for abundance and also to reach and connect with someone to inspire them to make a change and seek a positive and abundant mindset for themselves. I did the series for the challenge, but I had no idea how much of my life would open up for me and how many obstacles: finance, work, stress & pressure, difficult relationships etc would almost completely disappear. Im truly humbled and grateful for having done the experience and feeling blessed as shit atm love yall, Easy

02.01.2022 Triangle breath technique tips! . only breathe in & out through yo nose double exhale length to inhale Eg 4 sec in 8 out or 6 in 12 out when you breathe in & our focus on breathing through your lower belly not chest... smile lifes too short to be stressed See more

01.01.2022 Today Emma from @ghettomummas and I are demonstrating some acupressure points that you or your support person can use to help promote a more restful sleep.

01.01.2022 I couldn't imagine a more apt video right now to release to our awesome client base and also the public . Today Mike @drmikeoz is running our beautiful friend Emma, from @ghettomummas prenatal yoga, through our top Acupressure pts for combatting stress and anxiety leading up to birth. In these destabilising times we know that women and families are stressed and concerned with their birth plans, so we hope this acupressure video can help you navigate through these times with ease. As always, let us know how you get on :) Much love, the AcuFit Team

01.01.2022 This month is Endometriosis Awareness Month and it is so important to bring awareness to this disease that affects millions of women world wide. 1 in 10 women ...have endometriosis and those are the ones diagnosed. A significant portion of women with endometriosis are asymptomatic and many women do not realise they have it, or have been missed and dismissed along the way. This means the 1 in 10 women with endometriosis is grossly understated. There is often up to 10 years or more to diagnosis, which means that many women are missed and dismissed before they are finally diagnosed. The only way to definitively diagnosed endometriosis is via surgical intervention (laparoscopy with histology). Scans and blood tests cannot definitely diagnose endometriosis. The one message that all of us involved in the education and awareness of endometriosis want everyone to know is that "Period Pain" is not normal. While slight discomfort with a period may be normal, pain (especially bad period pain) is not normal. Period pain can be a sign of endometriosis. While period pain is often the most talked about point of endometriosis, we also need to educate all that endometriosis just isn't about period pain. There are so many other associated symptoms that we need to bring awareness to as well. The common signs of endometriosis are: Period Pain Pain with intercourse Ovulation pain IBS like symptoms Pain on bowel movement Bleeding from the bowel UTI like symptoms (without infection present) Fatigue Anxiety and mood disorders Bloating (can be severe)- also known as endo belly Musculosketal pain Pelvic and rectal pressure feeling Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) Others Endometriosis has hereditary links and it now thought to be genetic. Endometriosis is driven by estrogen, so even small amounts of exogenous estrogens will drive the disease. It is not from estrogen dominance and it is not autoimmune. Endometriosis is basically normal tissue growing in abnormal areas. It behaves very much like cancer, but it is not cancerous. Endometriosis has been found in every part of the body and it can cause damage to multiple organs if it is not managed properly. Many women with endometriosis are poorly managed, or are not being managed at all. This is why there needs to be more awareness about the serious complications of unmanaged endometriosis. This month I will be focussing on the facts about Endometriosis and am also very excited be launching the first network of practitioners who are experts in Endometriosis called "The Endometriosis Experts". There will also be a launch of other experts programs called "The PCOS Experts", "The Women's Health Experts" and "The International Fertility Experts". Stay tuned for more exciting news to follow. This month please also support Endometriosis Australia and the "Endo March" High Teas. I will be posting more information about these as well. Lastly, if you have unmanaged endometriosis, or have bad period pain etc, please make sure you seek help for this. If you do need help, you can call my friendly staff and find out how I can assist you and more about my online, or in person consultations. Please do not put up with period pain, or other menstrual related symptoms, or unmanaged endometriosis. Nobody can manage these symptoms themselves and why it is so important to see an Endometriosis expert.