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25.01.2022 Throwback to the 2019 HBF Run for a Reason! Has anyone taken up any new hobbies or activities (like hula hooping) while staying at home? Did you know you can log these as steps in your Get on Track Challenge?... Tell us in the comments below Wed love to see any photos or videos too
24.01.2022 The experts give you their top tips for "finding your mojo" and getting back into exercise here: https://blogs.bmj.com//missing-in-action-where-is-my-mojo/
24.01.2022 Its pretty scary to see only 7 per cent of Australians follow the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, and choosing healthy options can seem expensive! Come ...along to one of our ShopSmart supermarket tours and learn how to make healthy choices while shopping - visit http://bit.ly/2j4CW4l for more info and to book your spot. See more
24.01.2022 A good reminder that portion sizes make a big difference!
23.01.2022 Is your new years resolution to improve your fitness? We have a range of exercise guides designed for different fitness levels to help you get started today! To download the guides, visit https://getontrackchallenge.com.au/healthy-lifestyle-info/
22.01.2022 Not only are they handy for winning a Get On Track Challenge, activity trackers can really help you boost your daily steps. Researchers from the University of Sydney have found that adults using activity trackers increase their step counts by an average of 2000 steps in the first three to four months of use. Read the research: http://bit.ly/3s38U1N
22.01.2022 Have you noticed a problem with the Garmin connection on our website? Dont worry, were onto it! Apologies to Garmin users, the brand has made some changes. IT is waiting on Garmin to provide new information regarding the live account. In the meantime people who have a Garmin device connected will have to enter their steps manually.
21.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS, YOU DID IT! Well done to ALL teams for completing our six-week challenge. I hope you all enjoyed exploring the Great Southern region of WA while making positive steps towards your health. In total we had 37 teams participating and all have done exceptionally well, with most making it to the end of the track within the six-week period. Six teams completed over 2000kms!
20.01.2022 We all know exercise is great for your body and mind - but what is the best kind of exercise to do to manage your type 2 diabetes? This new study may help you plan your next workout!
20.01.2022 OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MOUTH This proposed UK ban may sound a bit extreme, but then again, if it helps people make healthy food choices, is it worth it?
19.01.2022 By taking a short 10-15-minute stroll around the block following a meal (or another form of gentle exercise), can help to decrease insulin resistance, if this is something that affects you. Other health benefits include: Improved digestion, Weight loss,... Heart health, Improved blood pressure http://ow.ly/542C50BAMh1
19.01.2022 It's quiet, it's gentle, it's calming. It still burns off the kilojoules.
18.01.2022 Have you already eaten all of your lockdown treats? Are you constantly snacking because youre bored? Self-isolating at home may be helping to flatten the curve and reduce the spread of COVID-19, but many of us may actually be increasing our own curves in ways which are not so good for our health! Now we are working from home as well as sleeping, entertaining, schooling and exercising from home, we have 24/7 access to the fridge and pantry, Read our top tips for ensuring you dont adopt bad eating habits during lockdown: http://ow.ly/uTNx50zqnm8
18.01.2022 Up for a challenge in the new year? Check out the top 10 Australian mountains to climb! http://www.australiangeographic.com.au//ten-of-the-best-a/
17.01.2022 Congratulations to the winners of our most recent Official Diabetes WA Get on Track Challenge! 1. Vicstars 2. Show Me The Circuit 3. Little Black Ducks... Team Vicstars covered a whopping 1555km during the Challenge - What a great effort! Dont forget to register your interest in the next Get on Track Challenge by following the link below:
17.01.2022 MONDAY MOTIVATION: Sometimes meals take a little longer to prepare. Sometimes you have to get up a little earlier. But the all the time you spend on a healthier lifestyle is time well spent.
16.01.2022 Do you get sugar cravings or clouded by brain fog mid-afternoon? Or do you get hangry if its been a little longer than normal between meals? When youre experiencing any of these emotions , it may be tempting (or habit) to reach for unhealthy, junk food items like chocolate biscuits or the nutella jar. However, in reality, these high calorie, often sugary foods are very unlikely to improve your spirits nor help keep bad moods at bay. Read more about good mood foods here: http://ow.ly/pEtn50Af6Z3
15.01.2022 So, you want to start a new diet? Have you considered the science behind it? Is it right for your body? The article below clarifies some of the "trending" diets around. However, we would recommend having a chat to your healthcare team before changing your eating patterns, in particular if you are doing a lot of exercise.... http://ow.ly/F2dI50zIKtx
14.01.2022 Are you guilty of lying to yourself about eating junk food? A survey of 600 Queenslanders has found that 78% of people blame genetics - not an unhealthy diet or lack of exercise - for their weight woes.
14.01.2022 October is Pizza Month! Enjoy pizza, guilt free, with these top tips: If you are making the pizza base from scratch, consider using wholemeal flour to increase the fibre. Wholemeal flour has up to 3 times more fibre than white flour! Choose a thin base/crust. When selecting cheese for a topping, opt for low fat cheese or choose one that is full of flavor like parmesan which you will likely use less of. ... Load up on non-starchy vegetables for topping options such as capsicum, mushrooms, spinach, tomato, pumpkin and zucchini. This is a good way to use up veggies in the fridge! Choose lean meats. Consider grilled chicken, lean beef and lamb or barbequed seafood. Try to avoid processed meats such as pepperoni, salami or streaky bacon. These are not only high in sodium but can increase the amount of saturated fat. Add some flavor! Instead of overloading on cheese for flavor, consider adding garlic, chili or herbs such as basil instead. Share a pizza with a friend and add a side salad to fill you up! See more
14.01.2022 Our new Get on Track Challenge is open for registrations! The new Challenge kicks off on May 1 and will take you on a virtual journey along the stunning Great Southern track. Sign up today at www.getontrackchallenge.com.au #getontrackchallenge #westernaustralia #freeprogram #greatsouthern #health #workplacehealth #getontrack
13.01.2022 Its simple but true...a pair of walking shoes and 20 minutes can put you on the path to preventing a lifelong health condition. If youre in the south west or mid west, put yourself on the path to better health - sign up for the free health program Lets Prevent. http://ow.ly/fadY50AOQ9N
13.01.2022 Its really this easy! Swap that soft drink or beer for a glass of water and reduce your risk of obesity by 20 per cent.
12.01.2022 Whats your 2017 resolution?
10.01.2022 If you still cant get into the gym and are looking to shake up your home workouts, why not give these a go? https://exerciseright.com.au/homeworkouts/ Dont forget to check in with your doctor or exercise physiologist before trying new workouts!!
10.01.2022 Get moving with the Get on Track Challenge ! Since we have no idea when gyms and rec centres will be opening, now it the perfect time to challenge your family, mates, colleagues and yourself to get in as much physical activity as possible. Why not create your own Get on Track Challenge? Click here: https://getontrackchallenge.com.au/Home ... If you want to go it alone, you can join the official Diabetes WA challenge here: https://bit.ly/2KLSK8M Start logging your activities today!
09.01.2022 Are you looking for a quick and easy summer salad recipe? Look no further than this delicious Mexican salad.
09.01.2022 It's a well established fact that exercise has an effect on mood - but there are other ways it can influence your brain health. Have a read of this interesting article - it will inspire you get your steps up! http://ow.ly/oa5J50CoGoi
08.01.2022 The weather is starting warm up - beach days are coming! If you're not a fan of swimming laps at a pool, grab a snorkel and head to a local beach. You'll be so busy looking at this and that, you'll burn off those 600kJ without even really noticing.
08.01.2022 Loaded with veggies, this summer salad is sure to satisfy. Thanks to LiveLighter. http://ow.ly/E9RI50DaUnH
08.01.2022 A study published in the European Journal of Epidemiology found that people who consume high amounts of sugary or artificially sweetened drinks are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to research that analysed data from multiple studies including more than a million participants from around the globe. Read more: http://ow.ly/GfIE50AX7Rg
07.01.2022 MONDAY MOTIVATION What are healthy eating or physical activities are you working on at the moment? Let us know below
07.01.2022 Need a buddy to help you keep on the straight and narrow? Why not sign up your workplace for the My Healthy Balance program to learn practical information about health, nutrition and exercise!
06.01.2022 Living a healthy life is all about balancing kilojoules in and kilojoules out. Exercise is a part of that balance, but that doesnt mean you need to be hitting the gym for hours on end, if that isnt your thing. Incidental exercise is any physical activity that is built up during the day; from walking to the bus to vacuuming. Focusing on ways to increase your incidental activity each day is an easy way to increase your exercise quota and keep your metabolism going, without co...mmitting to a brand new fitness regime. Try these easy, sustainable not-really-exercise exercises to get you moving: - Taking the stairs, - Park your car further away from your destination and walk, - Carrying your shopping, - Cleaning the house, - Gardening. What incidental exercise do you do during the day without even realising?
06.01.2022 Think youre making the healthy choice by drinking that diet soft drink instead of the sugar-laden original? Yale University researchers have bad news for you... Our take on this: try to avoid all soft drinks! Some carbonated water and a splash of fresh juice is a much healthier alternative (with no hidden nasties!)
05.01.2022 Great Southern Challenge starts tomorrow. Register now at: www.getontrackchallenge.com.au #getontrackchallenge #westernaustralia #freeprogram #greatsouthern #health #workplacehealth #getontrack
05.01.2022 When it comes to finding a sense of calm in a world full of chaos, we could all do with a little assistance. Enter mindfulness meditation a peaceful state of being that helps to redirect a mind full of overwhelming thoughts to focusing on what’s happening in the present. Dr Jean Byrne from @theyogaspaceperth explains how to master mindfulness here http://ow.ly/lBwq50BzLdN
05.01.2022 The next Get On Track Challenge is about to open! Registrations open on Monday, ready for the challenge which starts on 12 February. This 4 week challenge will help you keep that New Years Resolution to get fit and healthy. And its free to join! Get your team of up to 4 people together now.... Register your interest: www.getontrackchallenge.com.au
04.01.2022 Think losing weight will break the bank? Not so, according to this new study...
03.01.2022 Ever been to Denmark or spotted killer whales in Bremer Bay? Seen the stunning Stirling and Porongurup Ranges framed by Mt Barker? The next FREE Get on Track Challenge begins on 1 May, with participants virtually visiting Albany, Ongerup, Discovery Bay and beyond. Grab some team mates and sign up online at https://getontrackchallenge.com.au/Home to be in the running for some great prizes!
03.01.2022 Keeping walking on those tracks...
03.01.2022 Its National Diabetes Week! This years theme is Its About Time. Is it "about time" you prioritised your health and started a new eating plan or exercise regime?
02.01.2022 Registrations are now open to join the 4 week Get On Track Challenge along The Bibbulmun Track! Get moving and check out the Perth Hills to the historic town of Albany (virtually of course!). Track your steps or active minutes to see how far your team collectively walked along the virtual track from Kalamunda to Albany.... Register now: www.getontrackchallenge.com.au
01.01.2022 Did you know you can integrate your FitBit or Garmin device with the Get on Track Challenge! No need to log activity more time for exercise! Registration for the next Challenge is open now! www.getontrackchallenge.com.au
