We live in a society of instant gratification. We want it now. We want it, and we don’t want to necessarily work hard for it either. Sound familiar? In an age where information is at our finger tips and things can be bought, not necessarily earned, it’s natural for some to have unrealistic expectations when…

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As we journey through life our bone and muscle density deteriorates. That journey leads to Osteoarthritis. Which is one of the most common causes of disability in Australia. Lifting Heavy Things can delay the ageing process. Brief, intense exercise sessions involving functional, full-body movements support muscle development and delay ageing. Depending on your goals and…

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Ok, let’s face it. It’s that time of the year again and people are coming down sick. Implement these 9 immune boosters immediately and reduce your frequency of a sick day. 1. Eat a balanced diet with whole foods (avoid processed/junk food) 2. Get plenty of vitamin C (berries, citrus fruits, red capsicums) 3. Use…

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A large portion of people enjoy a frothy every now and then. We’re going to keep this post short n’ sweet. But did you know? One schooner is beer averages roughly 150-200 calories. That’s the equivalent to a brisk walk and/or light jog for 20 minutes on the treadmill. Do you stop at one beer…

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Simon: This week at Live Well we had a visit from local Year 10 student, Max, who completed 30 hours of required work experience with us. We loved having him with us during the week and we asked him along the way to produce a blog of his experiences. Here’s Max’s very first Live Well…

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One of the most useful things I’ve learnt recently is the power of writing things down in a goal setting diary. I’ve always struggled with sticking to something long-term, besides training and nutrition. I’ll get started on one thing, then get distracted by the next thing, and before you know it I’ve lost plenty of…

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A soda drink with ZERO SUGAR! It sounds like magic… What if there was a product or service that once you consumed it you were hooked for life? The billion dollar soda industry has billions of people hooked on their products. However, the general public has become aware of dangers these products have on our…

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But what if there is no tomorrow… Would you agree with me the average person over the age of 40 has lost track of their health and fitness, due to work, family and other various commitments? Some middle aged people may realise this and attempt to do something but then fail. Where others just accept…

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I’d like to start the sentence with ‘I have a secret’, but I would be lying to you. There is no magic pill, secret recipe, or even a leprechaun that slaps food out of your hand you know you shouldn’t be eating. We have a basic system in place that incorporates flexibility, sustainability and accountability.…

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Heard that before? It’s a common reason as to why people struggle with their weight loss goals. A professional man or woman has a hectic schedule. Not to mention often a family to look after and feed. But I’m just too busy to exercise more… or at all. At Live Well Kogarah, when we have…

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We talk a lot about nutrition and exercise, but today I’d like to discuss the mindset towards nutrition in particular. How a specific mindset can actually hinder your progress and ultimately your weight loss results. The word “diet” is banned during any of my sessions. Those that have trained with me understand how much it…

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So during each session at Live Well, our trainers ask each client to describe their food eaten so far for the day (or for morning clients, food for the day ahead). It’s second nature to us. Exercise, nutrition, lifestyle. We’ll always talk about these topics in sessions with you. What’s been a repeated pattern lately…

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The first step… is how bad you want it. It’s a cliche phrase, but it’s true. We get asked all the time “how do I stay/get motivated?”. It’s not a simple “do this, do that” answer. It’s a burning desire within your heart and soul to change and improve as a person. The need to…

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1. Make a plan and stick to it – schedule your workouts in just like you would any other meeting you’d have in life. The more you do this, the less likely you are to skip workouts. Do your best to not book over these sessions. Consider them appointments to yourself and your own self-improvement.…

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During the holiday period, besides catching up with family, friends, and a few cheeky days at the beach, I managed to read an inspiring book of a local Sydney triathlete who tragically got hit by a truck while training for a triathlon at the age of 22. John Maclean survived, but was left paraplegic. With…

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Happy New Year ladies and gentlemen! We hope you enjoyed your Xmas period and for many, holidays off work. At Live Well Kogarah, we understand how hard it is to get back into your daily routine, let alone a fitness routine, after a few weeks of not-so-good food and alcohol and other bad decisions. Having…

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I thought I’d share an insight into my life and to keep everyone up to date on how Live Well is growing, some successes of 2016, the life of a full-time trainer and manager, and some exciting changes ahead for 2017. It was both a challenging and rewarding year personally. The results were strong –…

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Being that I work a lot of mornings shifts at Live Well and train people at the crack of dawn many days, I encounter people that train in fasted states more often than not. But is there any science to exercising on an empty stomach? Is it a bad thing or can it be proven…

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