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Plenty of Australians love a good massage. It’s relaxing, it’s stress relieving, and it’s a simple act of sheer pleasure. But while many of us may reserve the occasional massage for reducing sporting injuries or an indulgent session of pampering, there is a growing trend seen in workplaces with the rise of the corporate workplace ... Read more

In the midst of these icy months, the lure of a good workout is often outweighed by freezing temperatures, erratic forecasts and the fewer daylight hours that the great outdoors bring. So will you bite the bullet and take your exercise outside this winter? You decide!   Con: you won’t want to strip off Finding ... Read more

There’s no doubt that getting a massage is one of the most relaxing ways to release pain, discomfort and tension in the body and mind. With the increasing use of massage for sports, recreation, medical and allied health settings, there has been a greater demand for qualified and skilled massage therapists. From being an expert ... Read more

Choosing a career in fitness and personal training is a choice that’s rewarding and will give you a wide range of career opportunities. There are various areas you can choose to specialise in that could potentially take you across the globe, in a variety of roles, and gives the chance to change and grow your ... Read more

Yoga is excellent for your health no matter where you do it, but, sometimes, the best way to really engage the mind, body and spirit through some asanas is by taking taking your practice outdoors. For students taking fitness courses in Melbourne, there are several idyllic spots to set up a mat, stretch as the sun ... Read more

Playing relaxing and soothing music during massage therapy can significantly enhance results by reducing the client's pain and easing their tension. 

While there are many types of massage therapy, several specific massages can target pain points or pressure areas to relieve stress in dementia patients.

With a growing global interest in fitness, mindfulness and well-being, many populations are prioritising a healthy approach to daily life. To accommodate this demand, plenty of people are turning to a career in the health industry. Studying fitness courses and personal trainer courses has become a strong pathway towards this goal. Taking into account the booming ... Read more

In 1998, Tiffany M. Field wrote in the American Psychologist journal that "massage therapy is older than recorded time". Indeed, many archaeologists, historians, anthropologists and art historical scholars have discovered that the medicinal use of massage dates back millennia. Massage therapy courses are an excellent way to make your story part of this rich history. In the past  The ... Read more