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If you are one of the people who set themselves a new year’s resolution to get into shape, you are likely not alone. The restart of the calendar is for many, an excellent opportunity to get into the habit of healthy living, try to lose weight, improve overall health, or build muscle. If this is ... Read more

Is 2020 your year to get fit and healthy? Mobile devices, apps and wearable smart technology have transformed the fitness and healthcare industry. Whether you are trying to lose weight, gain muscle, pound some pavement or increase your flexibility, there is now a fitness app that can be tailored to your personal needs. However, in ... Read more

Many massage therapists look to further their careers by studying a Diploma of Remedial Massage course. This option provides a way to explore more advanced therapeutic concepts with a focus on the assessment of the human body and recovery from injuries. Remedial massage can also open up more doors to professional opportunities, increase your earning ... Read more

Key Data on Massage Therapist Earnings & Salary:   Average base hourly rate Massage Therapists in 2026, according to PayScale, is $33.28/hour, with a potential high of $54.36. As a yearly salary, this comes to a base of $53,750 per annum, with comprehensive packages reaching as high as $109,000. Changing conversations on qualified, effective massage ... Read more

Do you dream of a new career path in remedial massage therapy? Are you wanting to return to study in 2019 but are deterred by the cost of higher education and think you can’t afford it? Think again. There is help at hand with a VET Student Loan. This Australian Government initiative aims to help ... Read more

Eastern and Western civilisations have extolled the therapeutic benefits of touch for centuries. Dating back thousands of years, this practice and its benefits have been referred to in ancient writings from Europe to the Middle East and Asia. As one of the oldest health practices, touch as a healing method has been purported to relieve ... Read more

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