Willows Health & Lifestyle Centre

16/01/2026

Join us on the 1st of March at the Optimise Health Peak2Park! 🏃‍♀️

Early bird registrations are open. 🎟️ We’d love to see you there!

👉 https://www.peak2park.org.au

16/01/2026

Friday Bookings Reminder 📅

Lock in your sessions for the week ahead and give yourself something to look forward to.
Group fitness, SGPT, sauna and creche!

💡 Check back through the week for any cancellations that pop up

https://willowsgym.com.au/bookings/

14/01/2026

Before you rush into new goals, pause for a moment ✍🏻

Reflection isn’t about doing everything perfectly — it’s about noticing what worked, what challenged you, and what helped you feel your best. Research shows that this kind of check-in can boost motivation and make healthy habits easier to stick to. 🧠

Our latest blog explores how a few minutes of reflection can set you up for a more sustainable year: https://willowsgym.com.au/how-looking-back-helps-you-reset-with-intent/

Before you set new goals, take a moment to look back. Reflection is not about perfection. It is about understanding what worked, what challenged you, and what made you feel your best. Research shows that regular reflection can boost motivation and help you sustain healthy habits.

13/01/2026

🎙️ Episode 7 of Beyond the Gym

Michael Blades shares how yoga has helped him tune into the body, notice sensations as they arise, and respond with more awareness. Through his practice, he’s learnt to slow down, support his wellbeing, and become less reactive—both on the mat and in everyday life.

Listen now 👉 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xxRNKS6ABQ0&list=PLpKpt3n5ybo8iQfE5VDTZDn7r5yUz58L-&index=5&pp=iAQB

12/01/2026

Make your workouts count even more with ActivRewards 💪

Haven’t downloaded the ActivRewards app yet? Do it in-centre on your next visit and start earning straight away.

✔️ Scan in-centre each time you train
✔️ Add your home workouts too
✔️ Earn points just for moving

Then redeem your points to save on everyday essentials and big-name brands — your effort really does add up.

Ask our team in-centre to help you get set up and start unlocking rewards with every session.

10/01/2026

Take 5 minutes to settle the mind between tasks with this short guided meditation.

Perfect for a midday pause, or whenever your thoughts feel busy.
Press play, breathe, and reset.

👉 https://willowsgym.com.au/meditation-with-emmanuelle-5-mins/

In this short meditation with Emmanuelle you will learn to breathe for relaxation and mindfulness.

09/01/2026

The Optimise Health Peak2Park registrations are now open! 🏃‍♀️

Whether you’re keen to challenge yourself or just get moving with friends, Peak2Park has an option for you.
Choose from the 4km or 10km course and be part of this special community event.

🎟️ Early bird registrations are open now
Lock in your spot, set a goal, and start training!

👉 Register now: https://www.peak2park.org.au

A big thank you to Foundation Partner .health for supporting the 20th year of the Peak2Park! 🏃🏼‍♀️

Early bird registrations are open! 👉 https://www.peak2park.org.au/

09/01/2026

Bookings are open ✅
Lock in your sessions for the week ahead and give yourself some non-negotiable time to move, recover, and breathe!

📲 https://willowsgym.com.au/bookings/

07/01/2026

Reset & Rise: a simple 7-day plan to get moving again 🌱

No big overhaul. Just small, supportive steps that fit real life.

Across the week, you’ll mix:
• Strength or group training
• Short movement “snacks”
• Yoga and active recovery
• A quick reflection to carry momentum forward

The goal isn’t perfection — it’s building rhythm, confidence, and consistency.
One week. A few intentional sessions. And a routine you can actually stick to.

👉 Read the full Reset & Rise plan on the blog and start where you are: https://willowsgym.com.au/reset-and-rise-a-simple-plan-to-start-january-well/

Start January with a kind plan you can keep. Reset and Rise with achievable goals, five minute movement sessions, and simple hydration upgrades. Lean on our community, relaxing yoga, and sauna recovery to feel better fast. Small steps, repeated with care, build real momentum.

06/01/2026

Throwback to Episode 7 of Beyond the Gym 🎧

In this episode, Troy chats with Michael Blades about what led him to pursue yoga teacher training and why breathwork (pranayama) has become such a meaningful part of his practice.

A great listen if you’re curious about yoga and breathwork.

👉 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xxRNKS6ABQ0&list=PLpKpt3n5ybo8iQfE5VDTZDn7r5yUz58L-&index=3&pp=iAQB

05/01/2026

Our members are saving big with ActivRewards. 🎁👏

Many members are covering a month’s worth of membership just by using rewards on:
• Big retail brands like NOBULL
• Gift cards
• Everyday essentials you’re already buying

Train and save as you go! Download ActivRewards in-centre 📲