Fatigue, Education, Exercise Physiology, Return to Work, Wellness Specialised Health NZ Fatigue, Education, Exercise Physiology, Return to Work, Wellness Specialised Health NZ

Fatigue in the Workplace - Part 2: Our Top 5 Strategies for Employers to Navigate Workplace Fatigue

Many people feel endlessly tired at work, with no idea of how to turn things around…

As an employer you may feel helpless.

But, there are things you can do beyond the endless coffee supply!

Start by checking out our five strategies for employers, to mitigate workplace fatigue.

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Fatigue in the Workplace - Part 1: How to Spot It and Why It's Important

In today's fast-paced and increasingly complex world, fatigue has become an all too familiar companion. It should be no surprise then, that it’s a big deal in the workplace…

So how do you spot a worker struggling with fatigue? And why is it so important to do so?

Read this week's blog to find out!

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Breaking The Chains of Chronic Pain - Part 1: Physiological Benefits of Exercise

We've seen firsthand how exercise can be a game-changer in managing chronic pain.

In this week's blog, we share some of the physiological ways that exercise can help alleviate chronic pain. From improved blood flow and natural painkillers to decreased nervous system sensitivity and improved joint lubrication.

But we don't want you to keep this valuable information to yourself. Share this blog with anyone who needs it, and let's empower more people to take that next step forward in their chronic pain journey.

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Returning to Work After an Injury - Our Top Five Tips

Returning to work after an injury can be a challenging experience, and it's something that many people struggle with.

At Specialised Health, we know that getting people ready to return to work is often only the first step in the journey!

That's why we've compiled our top five tips for a successful return to work post-injury.

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No Gym? No Problem! - Why We Love Taking Exercise Physiology Outdoors

Outdoor exercise has become a favourite pastime for many, and for good reason.

From mental well-being to sustainability, our latest blog post shares our top three reasons for taking EP sessions outdoors.

Read on to learn how you (and your customers!) can benefit from exercising in the great outdoors.

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Back to Work - But In His Dream Job!

Charles*, a 51-year-old pharmacist, found a new lease on life after working with

Specialised Health to regain function and confidence through exercise.

As he progressed through the program, he rediscovered his passion for cycling and landed a new, self-fulfilling job at a bike shop.

Read this week's blog for the full story.

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5 Reasons You Should Exercise As You Age

As the world's population ages, exercise physiology is becoming increasingly important for maintaining function and well-being.

Here are 5 reasons why you should exercise as you age, including maintaining muscle mass, preventing falls, managing pain, improving social connections, and promoting overall health and well-being.

Exercise is a long-term investment in your function and independence, so start investing now!

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Integrating Social Connection Into Exercise Physiology

Social interaction is a critical aspect of mental health and well-being, but in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected.

At Specialised Health, we integrate social interaction into our exercise physiology programs to promote better mental health outcomes.

Learn more about the benefits of social connection in our latest blog post.

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Creating Supportive Workplaces - How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim

Worried about the struggles employees face after a mental health claim? Our latest blog has the answers!

Discover "Creating Supportive Workplaces: How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim."

Join us in the mission to make mental health a top priority in the workplace!

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Building Strong Rapport: Our 5 Essential Factors

The key to creating and facilitating a successful exercise program lies in building and maintaining strong rapport. There is no doubt about it.

A positive and trusting relationship between an exercise physiologist and a client can lead to better outcomes, faster recovery, and an improved outlook regarding physical activity and health status overall.

We pride ourselves in building strong relationships with our clients, so how do we do it?

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Exercising with Cancer: Matching ADLs to keep you moving

Exercise is an essential component of cancer care.

However, exercise prescription for cancer patients must be tailored to their individual needs and abilities, including their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

By matching gym exercises to ADLs, we ensure that the exercises are functional, relevant, and help cancer patients maintain independence and quality of life.

Check out how we do that in this week's blog.

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Movement Lessons – From The Healthiest People In The World! – The “Blue Zones”

Imagine if we could take the healthiest people in the world and ask them for all of their secrets?

Lucky for us, somebody did exactly that! Introducing the “blue zones”, global health hot-spots where people live the longest without chronic illness.

So what did they have to say about exercise?

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The Research Behind Breathwork

If you’ve worked with us before, you may have come across breathwork in your claimants reports and email updates.

You may have wondered how something as basic as breathing, is going to help with their recovery.

This article answers it all! Presenting the science that shows that it really does make a difference, and our favourite breathing strategy that anyone can use to get started.

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Combating ‘Aches and Pains’ with Exercise

“To say that correct posture is a prerequisite of a healthy life, is not an exaggeration”

Designing exercise programs in the return to work space is usually based on a concept of specificity - where we look to mimic the movements used at work.

When it comes to designing programs to improve posture, the opposite is true.

Read this week's blog to learn why it is important to combat the postural implications of work, and how we do it with exercise!

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Food is Fuel! Eating for Exercise

When it comes to nutrition, everyone should be aiming to meet the general guidelines outlined for good health. But those who exercise regularly need to make an extra effort to fuel their body appropriately for their training.

Do you know what you should be eating before exercise?

Or what your body needs most after exercise?

This blog will tell you everything you need to know to get the most out of your training sessions, and how to best support those muscles for recovery.

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Would You Take An Exercise Pill?

As humans we are susceptible to the lure of a quick fix...

But we strongly believe that some things just can’t be replaced - physical activity being one of those things!

Check out this week's article for the research-deemed “irrefutable” benefits of physical activity. (Most of which cannot be replicated by a pill!

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Shedding Some Light On Women's Health

This week is Women’s Health Week in Australia!

And to celebrate, this time it’s all about women’s health, and the things that the gals need to be aware of in the quest for longevity.

Ladies, go make yourself a drink and put your feet up for the next few minutes while you read this blog!

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