Stepped Goals: A Flexible Alternative to SMART Goals

The SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) is a well-known approach to goal setting. However, its rigidity often fails to account for the complexity of long-term growth. Stepped Goals offer a dynamic alternative, emphasising incremental progress and adaptability, inspired by principles in exercise physiology. What Are Stepped Goals? Stepped Goals focus on breaking larger, […]
Easing Into Exercise With Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic condition of the brain that can cause recurring seizures. Approximately 70 million people worldwide have an epilepsy diagnosis. Epilepsy is the third most common neurological disorder in people over the age of 65, after stroke and dementia (Cavalcante, August 2021). People with epilepsy are typically less active compared to the rest […]
Physical Activity & Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD)

World COPD Day aims to reduce the burden of COPD worldwide through discussion, raising awareness and sharing knowledge. What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD) is a generic term for a group of progressive lung conditions which include Chronic Bronchitis, Chronic Asthma and Emphysema. COPD currently is an incurable disease and progresses over time. […]
Diabetes & The Positive Effects of Exercise

What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus, or diabetes, is a chronic metabolic condition that is characterised by high levels of glucose in the blood. These high blood glucose levels occur when an individual is unable to produce enough insulin, or when they body is not able to utilise insulin effectively. There are two main types of […]
Exercise and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

What is Borderline Personality Disorder? Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes an individual to experience difficulty with regulating emotions. This can lead to intense, rapidly shifting feelings and instability in relationships, self-image, and behaviour. People with BPD often struggle with impulsivity, fear of abandonment and seeing situations in extremes (either […]
Raising Awareness This International Brain Tumour Awareness Week 24

What is a Brain Tumour? There are over 40 primary types of brain tumours, however they can be categorised into two main types including (Cancer Council, 2024): Malignant Brain Tumours which are cancerous and can rapidly spread to other parts of the brain or spinal cord. Benign Brain Tumours which are slower growing and […]
Exercise For People With Down Syndrome

Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects about 1 in 1100 babies in Australia and leads to physical and intellectual developmental delays, with common features including unique facial traits and cognitive impairments. Down Syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). While the severity varies, early intervention and support […]
Caring for Your Back

Back Care Awareness Week promotes individuals to prioritise their spinal health and aims to equip people with the knowledge and tools to prevent back problems and improve overall wellbeing. Back Problem statistics in Australia (AIHW, 2024) Back problems relate to an array of conditions related to the bones, joints, connective tissues, muscles and […]
Amputations: Unpacked

An amputation is a surgical procedure that is conducted to remove part or all of a limb or extremity. There are multiple reasons an individual may need to receive an amputation, including: Complications from diabetes. Peripheral arterial disease. Infections Malignancy Serious injury. Congenital deformities. Burns Statistics of Amputations It has been found that in […]
Understanding ADHD & the Benefits of Exercise

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people and can have a lifelong effect. These effects can significantly affect a person’s ability to achieve educational aspirations, workplace satisfaction, social and relationship happiness (ADHD foundation, 2024) . October is ADHD Awareness month, and it is important to create understanding to help foster empathy and […]