I’m so excited to be one of the 2017 brand ambassadors for Premier’s Active April!
Personally, I’m a big fan of keeping active. I know that it’s not easy for everyone…if you have an injury, are overweight, are incontinent, work long hours or are exhausted, it can be tough. But, then I think about those inspirational people who have those same struggles, yet still find a way… I mean, look at the para-Olympians who undertake incredible feats of physical activity, people like Karen Gatt who, at 140kg created the ‘clothesline diet’ and John Howard who found time to walk daily even though he was running our country.
Let me share with you 30 wonderful reasons why YOU should be doing 30 minutes of activity every day:
1. Recover faster when you’re sick
2. Sleep better
3. Reduce stress levels
4. Improve energy levels
5. Boost your mood with endorphins
6. Reduce risk of depression
7. More likely to meet new people
8. Improve self confidence
9. Burn calories
10. Reduce the risk of having a stroke
11. Optimise your metabolism
12. Reduce your risk of having a heart attack
13. Maintain a healthy weight
14. Improve cholesterol levels
15. Reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
16. Reduce the risk of cancer
17. Lower blood pressure
18. Strengthen your bones and reduce risk of osteoporosis
19. Reduce your risk of falls and needing a walking frame when you’re older
20. Improve your posture
21. More likely to withstand stress
22. Increase focus
23. Improve flexibility
24. Live longer
25. Increase endurance
26. Boost immunity
27. Improve co-ordination
28. Improve your body shape
29. Look better
30. Have fun!
Personally, the one that motivates me the most is to take some time out for myself to think. Let me know in the comments below, do you do your 30 minutes per day? And, what motivates you to exercise?
You can still sign up for Active April by registering your details on their website activeapril.vic.gov.au
Get nutritious recipes
straight into your inbox!
Send your details now to receive Melanie’s recipes designed around a range of dietary needs including improved fertility, weight loss, general heath and wellbeing through improved nutrition. Receive the recipes specific to your needs.
As seen in
Share this page
30 reasons why you should get in 30 minutes of activity every day!
Small for gestational age baby dietary advice
Have you been told that your baby is ‘small’ for his or her age? Although this can indicate problems, usually it’s nothing to worry about and just needs to be tracked. Let’s discuss some of the actions that you may be tempted by, so that I can give you an update of the evidence….
Can my pregnancy cravings predict my baby’s gender?
When you’re pregnant, family, friends and even strangers love to predict your baby’s gender. There are plenty of old wives’ tales that look at things like whether your baby bump is high or low, when you experienced morning sickness, and even the shininess of your hair. A quick google search will bring up lots of results around how your cravings will change depending on whether you’re pregnant with a boy or a girl, but are there really any hidden meanings to your pregnancy cravings?
Trying to conceive over 40: how diet can help
Are you over 40 and trying to conceive? Are you constantly being reminded that ‘your clock is ticking’? Well you’ve made it to the right spot. In this blog I share my top dietary strategies that can help improve the health of your eggs and improve your changes of trying to conceive over 40.
How thyroid problems can affect fertility
Our thyroid gland secretes thyroid hormones which impact our metabolic rate. These hormones then impact our fertility hormones. With around one in twenty people having some type of thyroid condition, you should know what symptoms to look for and how to optimise your thyroid health before you start trying to conceive.
Endometrium thickening foods: how they can improve fertility
Endometrium thickening foods: Having a thin endometrium minimises chances of egg implantation. And, although medical techniques are the primary treatment for thickening the endometrium, some studies suggest that nutrition may have an impact. So, if you need to thicken...
Egg freezing diet: what you need to know before you freeze your eggs
So, you’re thinking about freezing your eggs? Before you progress any further, have you thought about your diet? Your diet has a big impact on the health of your eggs, so ensure that you follow these top tips…
What to eat during labour
So it’s not long until the day when you get to welcome your little one into the world. You’ve been stocking up on nappies and you have your hospital bag ready to go… but have you considered what you’ll need to eat and drink during labour?
PCOS: Low GI diet
A low GI diet is one of the most popular diets for women with PCOS, so how do you get started? In today’s blog, I interview PCOS dietitian, Nicole Barber, and chat about how and why a low GI diet can help manage your PCOS.
Can Coeliac Disease affect fertility?
Are you having trouble conceiving and not sure why? Have you considered the possibility of Coeliac Disease?
Endometriosis diet tips: what should I be eating if I have endometriosis?
Endometriosis can cause painful periods, exhaustion, bloating, back pain….and make it more difficult to conceive. But, there is hope! Dietary modification is one of the best things that you can do to reduce your endo symptoms
As seen in
Get nutritious recipes
straight into your inbox!
Send your details now to receive Melanie’s recipes designed around a range of dietary needs including improved fertility, weight loss, general heath and wellbeing through improved nutrition. Receive the recipes specific to your needs.