Can cardio improve our memory? That’s the question we asked Monash Biomedical Imagery, in the final instalment of our brain health series.

From adjusting short-term tactics to trusting in long-term growth, Australian badminton player and Olympian Gronya Somerville shares how she plans, trains, and steadies her mind to perform at the top of her sport.

Did you know that nearly half of employed Australian adults spend much of their day sitting down? Dr Preeya Alexander discusses some of the risks of a sedentary lifestyle and shares her advice for moving more.

A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be a question of all or nothing. If you can take more small, consistent steps to improve your wellbeing doing the things you love, then you’re on the right track. We call it the ‘all or something’ approach, and it’s championed by Ash Barty and Steph Gilmore.

If you’re ready to call yourself a runner but eager to avoid the dreaded runner’s knee, we explore the risks of over-running and share six slow-and-steady tips to help you win the race.

What does it take to perform at the pinnacle of sport, against the best of the best? And are there lessons for anyone chasing a big dream? Two of Australia’s top athletes share their perspectives, experiences, and advice about preparing to be at the top of their game.

Have you downloaded the AIA Vitality app yet? We’ve recently added a couple of new ways to earn points and stay mentally fit alongside the features you already love, like easily tracking your health, benefits, and rewards.

For Patrick Cripps, captain of the Carlton Football Club, the gain is in the detail. Here, he shares how paying attention to small, gradual improvements helps him get the best out of himself – on the field and off.

We learn how North Melbourne AFLW player Kim Rennie trains, nourishes herself and balances her other commitments, all while maintaining a competitive mindset.

We learn how North Melbourne AFLW player Kim Rennie trains, nourishes herself and balances her other commitments, all while maintaining a competitive mindset.

Meet Percy Kotkis, AIA Vitality’s oldest Platinum member. At 83 years young, he’s a prime example of how dedication, determination, and discipline can help you lead a healthier, longer, better life.

With most Australians falling short of the national recommended physical activity guidelines, the consequences of sedentary lifestyles are becoming a significant public health issue. Dr Preeya Alexander shares some of the risks of physical inactivity, and how we can incorporate more movement into our lives.

Did you know that just two minutes of interval training has the same effect on your body as 30 minutes of regular exercise? That’s not a typo. Here’s how it works.

If you have a desk job, here’s what it’s doing to your body.

Burning calories shouldn’t be our primary motivation to exercise. Rather, we should focus more on how your workout makes you feel, as Laura Henshaw explains.

Injuries (and recovery time) can sometimes lead us to lose motivation, especially when we’re hitting our stride in a new routine, sport or activity. Ultramarathon runner and AIA Vitality Ambassador Sam Gash knows this well, and shares how she overcame one of her most taxing injuries in her career.

It’s no secret that life can sometimes get in the way of our plans, and our physical fitness can take a back seat when our calendars become packed. But the good news is, we don’t need to block out huge chunks of our time to exercise, as AIA Vitality Ambassador Anabelle Smith explains.

If you've ever hit the sauna post-workout or reached for a bag of frozen peas on an injury, you've given hot and cold therapies a go. But which one suits your needs best?

Despite what we may see and hear in the media, wellness doesn’t have to be expensive, time-consuming or directly linked to the shape and size of our bodies. In fact, wellness can look and mean different things to everybody.

Physical exercise can have a profound impact on our mental state. For Laura Henshaw, discovering this was an important step in a journey to a happier life.

Physical exercise can have a profound impact on our mental state. For Laura Henshaw, discovering this was an important step in a journey to a happier life.

A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be a question of all or nothing. If you can take small, consistent steps to improve your wellbeing, then you’re on the right track. It’s the All or Something approach, championed by Ash Barty and Steph Gilmore, and it’s all about building healthy, realistic habits.

We all know music pairs perfectly with exercise, but did you know aural input can actually boost your athletic performance? Here’s how.

Gardening provides more than just beautiful flowers and greenery – the ancient practice also works wonders for your physical, mental and social health. Plus, having a green thumb at home can also net you a bounty of healthy, sustainable food.

As part of the Collingwood AFLW and netball teams and as a member of Australia’s national netball squad, Ash Brazill’s career is something to be envied. On top of this, she’s also a loving mother and partner. Here’s how she makes it all work.

Running may seem straightforward, but simple mistakes that can lead to injury (and time off the pavement). Thankfully, most of these are avoidable – as AIA Vitality Ambassador (and certified ultrarunner) Sam Gash explains.