Strengthen Your Game: Ankle Stability for Netball Success

When it comes to netball, the ankle is one of the most commonly injured joints. The demands of a high speed, jumping, explosive, 360 degree game means the ankle joints are required to generate, control and absorb massive loads and forces. This requires strength, flexibility and stability. Ankle stability is a vital skill when it […]
Stay Steady: Tips for Preventing Falls and Maintaining Independence

Are you over 50? Now is the time to start thinking about falls prevention for when you are older. ‘It takes a child one year to acquire independent movement and ten years to acquire independent mobility. An old person can lose both in a day’ Professor Bernard Isaacs (1924–1995). Although falling over can be a […]
Embrace the Spirit of the 2024 Paris Olympics with the Centenarian Olympics

The concept of the ‘Centenarian Olympics’ involves training and preparing yourself to achieve an active and independent lifestyle even at the age of 100! Unlike the traditional Olympics focused on winning medals, the Centenarian Olympics are a personal challenge against the natural decline of the body with age. The idea originated from a podcast where […]
How to Forecast your Fitness as you get older!

Our team of allied health practitioners understand that optimising your health over the life span can be a complex journey. We know that what we do with our physical activity can have a huge impact on how long we can remain ‘young’ and continue to do the things we love into our later years. To […]
Physio Reformer Classes – What is all the fuss about?

At Move for Better Health, one of our key goals is to help you move more. We offer a variety of supervised exercise options designed to cater to your current level of fitness or goals. Using Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, and Exercise Scientists for exercise supervision, we ensure you are in safe hands with all of […]
The Pillars of Health

At Move for Better Health, we understand that optimising your health over the life span can be a complex journey. To cut through the complexity, we simplify things to focus on four key areas that form the pillars of health: movement, mental health, nutrition, and sleep. Each pillar plays a crucial role in maintaining overall […]
New Year’s Resolutions: 3 Key Things to Focus On

As the New Year unfolds, it is common to set resolutions with the intention to lead a healthier lifestyle. However, for many of us, especially those managing a health or painful condition, navigating this journey can be a challenging experience. To help you get started in the new year, we would recommend the following 3 […]
Our Tips for Staying Active this Holiday Season

As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of festive preparations, family gatherings, and delicious indulgences. While it’s a time to celebrate and unwind, it’s crucial not to disregard our physical well-being and staying active. This time of year, we often encounter clients who are eager to improve their […]
Physio Bike Fit

With a wealth of experience as a physiotherapist and cyclist behind him, Russell Turbill shares how he assesses both the rider and their bike in a Physio Bike Fit, and also some of the recent client problems that have been referred to him this year for help with their bike riding. Is a Physio Bike […]
Why Choose Move for Better Health for Physio-Led Pilates Services

Pilates is fast-becoming the exercise of choice for many Australians, and rightly so, with potential benefits ranging from increased strength through to helping treat neck problems and headaches. This has subsequently led to an increased number of Pilates studios across Australia offering this type of exercise. However, in addition to the benefits, it is also […]