Atrium Exercise Physiology

21/07/2025

🖐️ Grip strength = health strength 💪

Weak grip? It could mean higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and even early death.

💥 The fix?
Try:
• Dead hangs
• Push-ups
• Kettlebell presses
• Barbell bent over row

Grip strength is a powerful marker of your overall health, and it's trainable. Don’t let it slip!

👉 Get stronger. Live longer.

A weak grip goes hand in hand with higher risk of heart attack and stroke, and is linked to everything from diabetes and obesity to muscle loss. Here’s what to do about it

11/07/2025

This Movember, Sam is taking his moustache to new heights. He’s trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp to raise funds for men’s health with Movember.

Think he’s crazy? Maybe
Think it’s for a good cause? Absolutely
Think you should donate? 100%

Let’s back Sam on his adventure here:

Samuel's Motivation: This Movember, I’m taking on a challenge that’s both physical and personal, hiking to Mount Everest Base Camp to raise awareness for men’s health. Please donate in the support of Men’s Health

04/07/2025

Deadlift = Great Exercise 💪

Life is easier with a strong, flexible body – and this weightlifting move will help with everything from rearranging the furniture to picking up your groceries. You might even learn to love the barbell

20/06/2025

How to beat SAD? Socialising and Exercise 🤝😁

The days are shorter in Hobart in winter, and the city has the highest prevalence of seasonal depression in the country. So how do locals find light in dark times?

06/06/2025

A groundbreaking international study has shown that structured exercise can slash the risk of colon cancer coming back by 28% and reduce the risk of death by 37%. That’s on par with some of the best cancer drugs, without the side effects.

Rob and some of his colleagues at QUT were lucky enough to work with some of the participants in this research, helping deliver supervised, supportive exercise that’s now changing lives.

Yet another reason to keep moving. 🏃‍♀️💪

A raft of new studies on cancer and exercise show clear benefits. But a question hangs over the benefits of endurance runners.

05/05/2025

🫀It’s Heart Health Week and we’re showing the love, literally!🫀

At Atrium Exercise Physiology, we are the heart of your health and we’re here to help you never miss a beat.

Pop into the clinic this week and have a chat with our friendly team (the ones with hearts on our chests 🫀), and ask us about getting your cardiovascular risk assessed.

Your heart will thank you 💪

16/04/2025

📣 Public Holiday Clinic Closures

Please note that Atrium Exercise Physiology will be closed on the following Public Holidays:

- Good Friday 18th
- Easter Monday 21st
- ANZAC Day 25th
- Labour Day 5th

We hope everyone is egg-cited for the Easter break, have an enjoyable and restful time off with a treat or two 🐰🍫

14/04/2025

A Black Belt and Queensland representative in both Taekwondo and Soccer, Josh knows what it takes to push his limits.

Here’s what Josh had to say about working with us.

💬 “Atrium is a welcoming and supportive place where I feel comfortable. The friendly team listens to my goals and helps me achieve them, giving me the best possible chance to succeed.”

We love seeing our clients thrive, and Josh’s dedication is truly inspiring, keep it up!

12/04/2025

🏃‍♂️💥 Rob’s not just training his legs for the Sunshine Coast Marathon – he’s training his brain too! 🧠🔥

New research shows marathon running can temporarily use up brain insulation (myelin) for energy – but don’t stress, it bounces back in weeks! 🧈🔋

Turns out, the brain’s in it for the long run too. 🧠🏁

Cheer Rob on as he pounds the pavement this August! ☀️👟

New research shows that running a marathon can cause a temporary reduction in brain myelin, the fatty substance that insulates neurons and supports efficient communication.

04/04/2025

🚨 It's Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 🚨

Gentlemen, it’s time for a self-check!

🔍 Click the link and give the interactive pear a feel.

Your car gets regular servicing. Your phone gets updates. But when was the last time you checked your equipment? 🏀🏀

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men, but caught early, it’s highly treatable. So take a minute (literally) to get hands-on with your health.

Look after the boys, because they’ve got a ballsy job to do! 💪

Would you know what to look for?

28/03/2025

A comprehensive review has confirmed that physical activity enhances brain function across all age groups. Children and adolescents show notable improvements in memory, while individuals with ADHD experience significant gains in executive functions like planning and problem-solving. Overall, cognitive benefits are consistent regardless of exercise type, intensity, or duration. Engaging activities such as yoga, Tai Chi, and interactive video games ('exergames') are particularly effective in boosting brain health.

It doesn't matter what age you are or how tough your exercise plan is – whatever physical activity you are doing is probably helping your brain, according to the largest and most comprehensive 'umbrella' review to date.

21/03/2025

Ever wondered how GLP-1 medications work? Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy reduce "food noise" by slowing digestion and signaling fullness, helping with appetite control. While effective for weight loss, they’re costly unless prescribed for diabetes under the PBS. Lifestyle strategies like high-protein meals, better sleep, and stress management can also help.

People on Ozempic and other GLP-1 agonist drugs commonly report they no longer have constant, incessant thoughts about food. This is how the drugs work.