Diary Entry: My life as an athlete during COVID

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain ask team member Georgia to reflect on her personal experience of being an athlete during COVID-19. Many people this year have had their lives turned upside down by COVID. Forcing a lot of us to change or cancel plans and roll with the punches. As an…

Mental Health during COVID-19

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain look at mental health in the current COVID environment. Why exercise is important now, more than ever…. As of recent times in the middle of a global pandemic, it shouldn’t come as a shock that this time has brought about immense struggle for a lot of…

Why we need to be sun safe when exercising outdoors: Georgia shares her scare with Melanoma

The Longevity Exercise Physiology Team in Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain discuss the importance of sun safety during outdoor exercise sessions. One thing everyone who exercises on a regular basis has in common is that they value their health and overall wellbeing.  With summer just around the corner, I’m sure a lot of us…

I have Multiple Sclerosis: Why should I exercise and what type should I do?

The Longevity Exercise Physiology Team in Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain see many people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and know first-hand the positive benefits of exercise for those with all types of MS. In today’s blog, we discuss why exercise is so important and what type of exercise you should be doing. A question…

What is Multiple Sclerosis and what are the common symptoms?

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain see many people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and know first-hand the positive benefits of exercise for those with all types of MS. Today we discuss what MS is, common types and common symptoms people may experience. What is MS? In MS, the immune system attacks…

Exercises to prevent and rehabilitate ankle sprains 

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain look at a common injury – Ankle Sprains! I’m sure most of you have either sprained or even broken your ankle before, damaging the ligaments in the joint. It’s a painful injury but rehab can often be forgotten about depending on the severity of the strain. Rehab…

The BEST way to self-manage your tight spots!

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain look at the trigger points and self-massage therapy. Do you have a sore, tight or spot on your body that causes you pain and grief throughout your day? Have you tried different stretches trying to relieve it, only for it to return again the next morning?…

Aerobic Exercise and Blood Pressure

The Exercise Physiologists at Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain  look at the effects of aerobic exercise on blood pressure. Exercise can reduce your blood pressure following exercise! During my last year of my study’s I participated in a research internship which involved me participating in a study looking at the effects…

Powerlifting – More than just a passion!

The Exercise Physiologists at Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain  have backgrounds in a range of sports and competitions. This week, Edgecliff’s, Guy discusses his passion for powerlifting. As a new member to the team at Longevity, I’d like to introduce myself and discuss my interest in powerlifting. It was only at…

Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease – Is Exercise necessary?

Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain look at the benefits of exercise in the treatment and management of Parkinson’s Disease. Ever wondered why exercise for people with chronic illnesses is such a big deal? Its not just a big deal.. it’s a necessity, especially for those with Parkinson’s Disease. After a year…