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  • Keeping active after 60 How to enjoy the benefits of exercise in your senior years. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/keeping-active-after-sixty
  • Which cardio is right for you: Steady state or HIIT? Longer sessions at a moderate pace or less time but much more intensity? We compare the differences between these cardio workouts. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/which-cardio-is-right-for-you
  • What are the benefits of playing netball? The health benefits of netball include fitness and bone strength, but the social and wellbeing benefits are also significant. Here’s why you should try playing netball. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/netball/what-are-the-benefits-of-playing-netball
  • Fitness for seniors: How one athlete keeps active after 80 One trail-blazing woman is improving the mental and physical health of rural and remote communities around Australia though her grassroots initiative, Active Farmers. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/fitness-for-seniors
  • Family Fitness Activities: How to work out with your kids (and enjoy it) What are hormones? How do they affect the body? This article looks at how hormones influence your health and discusses sleep issues, the fight or flight response, testosterone, oestrogen and bone health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/family-fitness-exercise-activities-tips
  • How to get strong bones: Why dancing could be the key There’s more to keeping your bones strong than drinking milk. Exercsise is key. Here are 5 surprising ways to boost bone health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/how-to-get-strong-bones-why-dancing-is-the-key
  • Best bushwalks: 23 wheelchair-accessible and pram-friendly walks in Australia Mobility aids are no barrier to traversing these beautiful wheelchair-accessible and pram-friendly walks across Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/wheelchair-accessible-and-pram-friendly-walks-in-australia
  • Walking vs running: Which is better for your health? Cardio exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health - walking and running are both great options. Here’s a roundup of the main benefits. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/walking-vs-running-health-benefits
  • Home workout routines: 5 easy exercises you can do at home Some health issues can feel embarrassing to talk about, from farting to erectile dysfunction. We ask an expert what’s normal and when to see your doctor. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/home-workout-routines-easy-exercises
  • 5 simple ways to try outdoor fitness activities Many of us are experiencing a disruption to our ‘normal’ life, including our exercise routines. But we know it’s so important to keep active for our physical and mental health. Get busy with our five ideas for outdoor fitness activities. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/top-outdoor-fitness-activities