Let’s be honest, having to eat out and cook with coeliac disease can often feel like a daunting task. However, we at Fit at 60 understand the struggle and are here to say that it doesn’t have to be that way! With the right recipes in hand, you can whip up delicious,...
Healthy Ageing with These Five Flavour-Packed, High-Fibre Recipes
Apart from its ability to keep you regular, a high-fibre diet can play a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels, lowering cholesterol, and even supporting a healthy gut microbiome. With the average adult only consuming 15-17 grams of fibre per day, it's clear...
A secret weapon against ageing – Pilates
According to HealthTalk Australia, the stretching and strengthening of core muscles through the practice of Pilates is an effective strategy for combating the effects of ageing.
Join us as we celebrate our ‘Freedom Years’!
When it comes to the concept of ageing and retirement, it’s hard to deny how it remains lined with negative connotations and discouraging dialogue. For many people, the idea of ageing is something they dread and sometimes even fear. With the media and beauty industry...
Gut health matters: A guide to recognising bowel cancer symptoms and prevention for those over 50.
As we age, taking care of our health becomes more important than ever. One of the most critical aspects of maintaining good health is looking after our gut health. In Australia, bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, with over 17,000 people being diagnosed each year. It is especially prevalent in people over 60.
The silence of breathing
Pranayama, also known as yogic breathing is the method of silencing the breath. Prana has been defined as the air which flows through the body. Pranayama is made up of three parts: controlled inhalations, controlled exhalations and holding of the breath.
Raw vs. Cooked: What’s the Difference, and Which Diet Is Better for You?
The raw food movement has been gaining momentum in recent years, with a growing number of enthusiasts and advocates touting its numerous benefits for health and wellbeing. At its core, the movement is centred around the idea that consuming uncooked, unprocessed foods...
Unlocking the Hidden Benefits of Tai Chi at any Age
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that has been gaining popularity in recent years for its many health benefits. It is a gentle form of exercise that involves slow, flowing movements that can be performed by people of all ages and fitness levels. Tai Chi has been...
Happy New Year, Happy New You
Getting fit is the key to your wellbeing giving you confidence both in your mind and your body. But getting fit is not always easy and “falling off the wagon” of that resolution you’ve made to yourself is common. We are here to tell you, that’s OK. The key is to never stop starting again.
10 science-based benefits of intermittent fasting
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that includes intermittent periods of fasting and eating.