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Live Life Get Active

Live Life Get Active is building a fitter, healthier and happier Australia and we want people to have fun along the way. With the help of Local Government and Corporate Australia we provide FREE health, fitness and nutritional education both online and in the parks, suburbs and cities of Australia.

How Dieting Affects Your Stamina

Australians spend an estimated $310 million is spent each year on weight loss products and services. Many expert clinicians agree that maintaining weight loss can be extremely challenging (Truby, 2019). This article will help you understand the process of the ‘Diet Cycle’ many fall victim to and how it has a negative impact on your …Read more »

The Importance of Physical and Mental Stamina

What Is the Relationship Between Physical and Mental Stamina? Mental health and physical health may be distinct concepts, but the relationship between physical fitness and mental strength has already been proven and extensively studied. The relationship between physical and emotional well-being is quite intricate. Your physical health can get better if your mental health is in good shape. Conversely, …Read more »

How to Love Yourself More for Better Self-Esteem

Self kindness and self care is the key to a positive mindset Throughout life we are told to be nice to others and “treat them like you want to be treated.” And while it is true that being mindful, compassionate and kind to others is important, it is equally, if not more essential, to practice …Read more »

Are You Unhappy With Your Shape?

The ongoing pressure to change the shape of your body can be hugely damaging to your self-esteem. This relationship with your body can lead to a process of self-punishment and feeling an overwhelming need to change it by spending months, or sometimes years, yo-yo dieting and restricting foods. Over time, this will severely damage your relationship …Read more »

7 Daily Habits to Improve Your Self-Esteem

Developing daily habits and rituals can be an incredibly powerful way to make positive changes in your life. By creating a routine you follow regularly, you will soon start to notice the benefits of improved confidence and emotional stability. The power of a habit is that once it’s established, it becomes second nature and you …Read more »

7 Foods to Lift Your Mood

Did you know the food you eat can impact your mood? Serotonin is known as the ‘happiness hormone’. Approximately 90% of the serotonin made in our bodies is produced in the gut (the gastrointestinal tract); therefore, it’s important to focus on maintaining your gut health.    You can in fact improve your diet to achieve optimal gut …Read more »

7 Health and Fitness Activities that Are More Fun With Friends!

One of the most challenging aspects to any weight loss journey is overcoming sadness along with finding the motivation you need to keep at it. If you are feeling stuck or a little down, why not phone a friend? In fact, much research has shown that working with an exercise and weight loss buddy helps get …Read more »

What Is The Key Factor To Kickstart Motivation?

AN ACCOUNTABILITY BUDDY! Goal setting is an individual process of envisioning what you would like to achieve. Although getting someone on board to keep you accountable is extremely powerful. Having an accountability partner can dramatically increase your motivation levels and ability to focus. Your accountability partner could be anyone you trust and respect, such as …Read more »

4 Tips for Healthy Eating Motivation

It is normal for motivation to come and go; we are all human. Staying motivated long-term is the key to reaching your goals. See our tips on how to get yourself motivated and stay that way. Give Yourself A Reward You should reward yourself every once in a while. We aren’t telling you to eat an …Read more »

How Affirmations Can Increase Motivation

You may have learned from experience that words have power, which is why the adage “be careful what you wish for” remains relevant to this day. This is why words of encouragement can lead you to success, while negative self-talk can result in failure. Affirmation refers to the act of affirming something or declaring it …Read more »