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since June 29, 2023
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You train hard, you eat “pretty well”, and you still feel bloated, blocked up, or anxious about what’s happening in the bathroom. That’s not just awkward, it can turn into real problems over time. We’re joined by Dr Gian Capati, a Brisbane general surgeon with a special interest in colorectal surge…

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That fish oil you grabbed because it said “1000mg” on the front? There’s a good chance you did not buy 1000mg of omega-3 at all, and that one misunderstanding explains why so many people “take omega-3” for years and never see a measurable change.We’re joined by performance dietitian Eliza Freney fo…
The fitness industry doesn’t just have a programming problem, it has a hero problem. Too many gyms, coaches, and brands sell themselves as the solution that will “fix” you, using before-and-afters and short challenges to prove it. The catch is what happens when the program ends: if you’ve only lear…
We sit down with sports dietitian Hanah Mills to map out a practical fuelling plan for the Gold Coast Marathon and half marathon, from taper week to the finish line. We unpack gut issues, carb loading, hydration, caffeine, sodium, and what to do when race day logistics throw your usual routine out.…
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We sit down with pelvic health physiotherapist Michelle Murphy to talk about how pelvic floor function links to strength, pain, hormones, and confidence across the lifespan. We challenge the “fix me” mindset and map a practical path from isolated pelvic floor work to real-world lifting, running, an…
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We guide a five‑minute breathwork session to shift state on demand, using simple counts, contrasts, and stillness to teach control over the nervous system. You learn to breathe low and wide, lengthen your exhale, and use brief breath holds to settle fast.• body awareness and rib expansion cues• 3‑i…
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