Health

How To Avoid Injuries When Working Out

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:March 22, 2023
Post category:Health

To exercise or to follow a fitness routine is almost always a positive experience. We say “almost” because there can be occasions when something goes wrong, and the most common issue that can arise when people exercise is that they injure themselves. It is “injure themselves” to differentiate from contact sports where an opponent might hurt you.

Returning to scenarios when the injury is self-inflicted, the truth is that most of those injuries could be avoided. Invariably, the reason the injury has occurred is something the individual has forgotten or chosen not to do that would otherwise ensure that they exercise safely.

Avoiding injuries is so important because they can prevent you from exercising correctly, in the best-case scenario, for a few days, and in the worst cases, for several months. All that time you are not exercising, whilst your health may not necessarily be suffering, your overall fitness is declining. So, here are some ways to ensure that you avoid injury when exercising and working out.

How Aerobic Exercise Could Prevent Alzheimer’s

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:January 15, 2023
Post category:Fitness Health

Looking after your health, particularly as you age, is going to offer all kinds of benefits. You’re going to look at your best, feel at your best, and have more energy to carry on doing the things you love. However, did you know that aerobic exercises could aid the memory part of your brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s or dementia? What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that’s both progressive and irreversible. It destroys your ability to think and even erases your memories. It also makes it challenging to carry out simple tasks. Out of all dementia types, Alzheimer’s is the most common. What Do We Know About Exercise and Alzheimer’s? What we know so far is that exercise and focusing on fitness can have an impact on your Alzheimer’s risk. A Rush University Medical Center study, among many others, showed that remaining fit and active allowed people to keep more of their cognitive functions, than those who didn’t partake in regular exercise. Even if those people had biomarkers of dementia, they showed signs of better memory and cognitive skills, as well. What About Aerobic Exercise? According to the latest research in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, aerobic exercise can slow down the shrinkage of the memory part of the brain known as the hippocampus.

Common Misconceptions About Laser Eye Surgery

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:March 9, 2022
Post category:Health

If you have ever thought about laser eye surgery from insighteye.com.au, you may have stumbled across some information on the internet that scared you. It might have even scared you to the point of not wanting to consider the surgery anymore!

However, not everything you read on the internet is accurate. We’re here to debunk some of the more common misconceptions about laser eye surgery.

Laser Eye Surgery Hurts

It doesn’t. Most people who undertake any form of laser eye surgery say they either feel nothing or just minor pressure. Before the procedure, you may also be given numbing eye drops to ensure the entire procedure is as painless as possible.

Healing From Laser Eye Surgery Takes Ages

You will never be 100 percent after any surgery, but the recovery period for laser surgery is remarkably quick. Within 24 hours, you can almost be back to your regular daily routine.

Your eye specialist will advise you about any short-term changes you may need to make, such as not driving for 24 hours and not reading or watching TV immediately after the procedure.

I’m sick! What’s the best vitamin C for me?

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:June 4, 2021
Post category:Food Health

Vitamin C has long been the go-to to prevent colds and flu and support your immune system. Consuming foods rich in vitamin C will go a long way to boosting your immunity through the winter months. The best forms of vitamin C are found in oranges, red and green capsicum, kale, brussel sprouts, broccoli, guava and kiwi fruit. However, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) the average Australian is not consuming adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables with only 49.8% aged 18 years and over meeting the guidelines for recommended daily serves of fruit (2 or more) and vegetables (5 or more). Taking vitamin C supplements may support you in times when you are not eating enough fruit and vegetables.

Vitamin C is known as ascorbic acid. There are also two other types of ascorbic acids called mineral ascorbates: sodium ascorbate and calcium ascorbate. These mineral salts are less acidic than vitamin C and can be good to use if you are prone to stomach upsets which are exacerbated by vitamin C. Caution should be taken when using these mineral ascorbates so check with your general practitioner if the recommended dietary intakes of sodium ascorbate or calcium ascorbate are right for you.

7 Best Practices For The Design Of Your Personal Fitness Website

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:May 18, 2021
Post category:Fitness Health Marketing

If it is time for your personal fitness business to have a new website then there are many factors that you need to consider if it has any chance of being a success in growing your business online. If we were to list them all they would fill the page, however, the website design specialists at www.slinkywebdesign.com.au advise that if you follow these 7 core best practices of website design then it is almost certain to be a website that achieves its aims.

Keep The Design As Simple As Possible

The last thing you want in the mind of any visitors to your website is confusion so the aim should be to make your website clean and simple. This should still allow you to have the design matching your branding, however, making pages over-complicated with excessive graphics, too much text, unnecessary links, and too many calls to action, must be avoided.

Ensure The Website Is Easy To Navigate

Your website may have many pages, and just as you want clear directions if you are in a strange city, the same principle applies to anyone who visits your website. You should have a menu bar on each page so visitors can easily move from one page to the next and back again if they wish to, and a ‘Home’ button should be visible at all times.

Classic Australian Dishes for Guests

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:April 12, 2021
Post category:Food Health

Entertaining friends and family can be quite exciting. You get to read different recipes, stock up on wine, and get creative with food. What better way to spend your free time?

The problem is, coming up with classic dishes that everyone loves is not always easy. However, when it comes to traditional Australian dishes, some stand out from the crowd. Some of these options below are bound to be favourites with all your guests.

Meat Pies

If you’re not that creative in the kitchen, but need to feed a lot of people, then you can’t go wrong with meat pies. It’s true that in Australia, meat pies are small pies you pick up from your local bakery or service station. In saying that, you can create family-sized ones with a twist.

Add vegetables, a delicious homemade gravy, and a delectable puff pastry. Meat pies also have a lot of room for error, so even if you don’t make it perfect, it’s still bound to be a crowd favourite.

Why Using Ball Stop Netting Should Be One Of Your Sporting Goals

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:March 30, 2021
Post category:Fitness Health

We are sure many of you reading this participate in one or more sports, and maybe if you are young enough, still dream of becoming a sporting superstar. Even if you are at an age where that possibility has passed you by, you may still wish to practice your skills in the garden, and this is where ball stop netting can become invaluable.

Sports nets are often the forgotten piece of equipment but if you think about it, they are often essential. They may not cause the same debate as to which golf clubs hit the longest, which cricket bat is the easiest to hit sixes, or which soccer boot provides the best surface to control a shot, but sports netting does warrant special attention.

Obviously, at certain levels of sport, the net is part and parcel of the game. In tennis, many an Australian Open title has been won when an opponent has hit a return into the net, and for football fans there can be no better feeling than when your team’s star forward hits the ball into the back of the net. However, not all sports netting is used at elite levels.

Five Tips for Dealing With the Mental Health Impacts of Unlawful Termination

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:June 15, 2020
Post category:Health

Working through an unlawful termination or any similar experience can be a very emotional, draining experience. In most cases, legal action will be required to resolve such issues. Although this might seem like a daunting task, it’s one that’s nearly always worth pursuing.

But before you throw yourself off the deep end, make sure that you’re equipped with the appropriate strategies to maintain a positive state of mind. To help you out, we’ve put together the following list of our top five tips for dealing with the mental health impacts of unlawful termination. These include:

Look After Your Body

Physical and mental health are very closely linked, and neglecting one can have huge impacts on the other. It’s therefore extremely important to look after your body and stay healthy when you’re working through a mentally difficult situation.

Make sure you eat well.
Avoid sugary and other junk foods.
Drink enough water every day.
Stop or minimise your cigarette and alcohol consumption.
Get plenty of sleep.

As you can probably imagine, your body will thank you as well if you start taking care of your physical health.

Take Up a Hobby

Creative outlets are a great way to get rid of built-up stress and anxiety. If you find yourself overthinking things, worrying too much and simply getting worked up over nothing, it could be time to take a step back and relax for a while.

One of the best ways to do this is to take up a new hobby. Consider something like art, music, swimming or anything else which could free your mind, even if only for a few hours.

Sleep Dentistry and Your Care Options

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:May 30, 2019
Post category:Health

The dental experts at Joondalup City Dental tell us that at least 85 percent of the Australian population feels some fear or anxiety about going to the dentist. After all, it can be scary for some people to have a dentist poking and prodding around their mouth. While some fear is rational, it can verge on a phobia for others. The very thought of a dentist clinic can make some people become a ball of nerves.

If your phobia is stopping you from taking care of your oral health, then sleep dentistry might be something you could consider. Talk to your dentist about your options, and read on to find out more.

Sleep Dentistry Option 1: Gas – Nitrous Oxide

One of the most common forms of sleep or sedation dentistry is nitrous oxide gas. The gas doesn’t put you to sleep, but it makes you feel more relaxed. This option is particularly helpful for anyone who feels a little bit anxious or fearful of the dentist, but not to the extent of it becoming a significant problem. The gas also wears off quickly after the procedure.

Sleep Dentistry Option 2: Oral Sedatives

Oral sedatives can be an excellent option for anyone fearful or anxious about the dentist but know it’s crucial for their oral health. You can take the sedative an hour before you go, then remain relaxed throughout your procedure. You’re awake, but your nerves are at ease, and you may also feel sleepy.

Getting Your Life Back on Track After Drug Rehab

Post author:Bridgers Fitness
Post published:February 11, 2019
Post category:Health

In 2016, a staggering number of individuals, totalling over 62 million, grappled with drug use disorders. However, it’s important to note that this figure doesn’t even account for alcohol, which is another equally detrimental substance. Recognizing that millions of people battle addiction daily underscores the significance of seeking guidance on rebuilding your life after successfully completing drug rehabilitation at Sivana Rehab.

It’s easy to feel lost, at a loss, and unsure of what your next step is once you leave the comfort and routine of drug rehab. However, aside from the incredible support you get from counselling programmes, you can also do things for yourself, such as the ones below.

Get Into Activities and Programmes

Once you leave rehab, it can feel like you’re left to your own devices – even if you’re not. Most drug rehab facilities offer excellent support and reintegration programmes to ensure you’re not left to fall into the comfortable grips of addiction once more. However, you may also like to help yourself by joining activities that can be pretty fulfilling.

Make New Friends

Friends are essential to your life, but you need to say goodbye to those who led you down the wrong path. Drug-taking friends are not a good influence, especially as you may not be strong enough to say no to drugs when you’re fresh from rehab. As soon as you get home, vow to cut those ties and start new ones with a better circle.