A-Z of health information

You need to drink enough and regularly to keep hydrated during exercise.

Research shows that people who exercise regularly have better mental health and emotional wellbeing, and lower rates of mental illness.

If you can talk but not sing, you?re exercising at the right intensity.

An exercise physiologist is a healthcare professional who gives people information and advice about exercise to help them manage and prevent injuries and chronic conditions.

If you are unfamiliar with what is involved, starting an exercise program can be challenging.

Training too hard or fast is a common cause of sports-related injuries.

Exercise is important for your physical and mental health. Working out with a friend means you’re more likely to have fun and stick to your exercise plan.

Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others.

Extreme heat can affect anyone, including the young and healthy.

Extreme heat and heatwaves kill more people than any natural disaster in Australia. The Victorian Government has developed the Survive the heat campaign to raise awareness of the risks extreme heat.