Muscle loss on Ozempic is becoming an increasingly important topic as more Australians use GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) for weight loss. While these medications can be highly effective, many people are surprised to learn...
Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in exercise science. It is widely used by athletes, gym-goers, and increasingly by people focused on strength, performance, and longevity. The question we hear regularly at BeFit Training Physiotherapy is...
At BeFit Training Physiotherapy, we've started to notice a pattern in some of the "healthy" habits common across the Eastern Suburbs, one that may be quietly setting people up for weaker bones later in life. When Fitness Forgets Strength Most of the clients we see are...
Hi, I'm Veronika, Nutritionist, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Gut Health Coach. I know how frustrating it is to deal with injuries. Whether it's a sprain, a broken bone, post-surgery recovery or muscle damage, you just want to heal and get back to doing the...
Walk into any pharmacy and the supplements aisle is overwhelming. Everyone seems to be taking something, and the marketing promises a lot. So what do you actually need? The honest truth is that most people need far fewer of them than the industry would have you...
That post-workout beer or weekend wine is one of life's pleasures, but if you train, it is worth knowing how alcohol affects your body. Alcohol has a real impact on muscle growth, recovery and metabolism, often more than people realise. The good news is that...
Marathon training is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a runner, but it is also one of the quickest ways to get injured if the load builds too fast. Whether you are preparing for your first half or full marathon, the principles that keep runners healthy...
ARE YOU EATING TO SUPPORT YOUR TRAINING NEEDS? When it comes to getting the most benefit out of your training program, a well-designed nutrition plan cannot be overlooked Both what and when you eat can impact how you feel, how you perform and how well you recover from...
Is a protein shake a daily fixture in your routine? Protein powders can be an effective way to reach protein targets in times when protein needs are increased. These include athletes, both professional and amateur, injury recovery, and for those that are susceptible...
Gut Troubles? Here’s How To Manage Your Symptoms WITHOUT eliminating the Foods You Love Abdomen extended like a balloon, wind as you walk or frequent trips to the bathroom? If you answered yes to any of these symptoms, you’re not alone. Research shows that 10-25% of...
Muscles Cramping Your Performance? Here’s What Foods and Supplements Can Help Defined as ‘painful involuntary skeletal muscle contractions’, muscle cramping is a common and unwelcomed complaint among many athletes. Exercise related muscle cramps (ERMC) typically occur...
Nutrition Strategies To Stay LEAN And MAXIMISE Recovery From An Injury Whether you’re an athlete or gym junkie, an injury will knock you back physiologically and psychologically. I’ve lost count of the number of times people fall into the ‘all or nothing approach’ and...