COMMERCIAL AQUATICS AUSTRALIA
Commercial Aquatics Australia provides aquatic solutions nationwide and is one of the largest and most experienced companies specialising in the design, construction, renovation, service, maintenance…
read moreWith the theme for 2019 Men's Health Week in Australia (Monday 10th - Sunday 16th June)) being 'Keeping Boys And Men Healthy', Exercise Right, a public awareness campaign created by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is highlighting the vital role that movement plays in keeping Australian men healthy.
The lifestyles men lead can influence how healthy they are in the short and long term. 70% of a man’s overall health is controlled by his lifestyle choices, as opposed to genetics. Men have a lower life expectancy than women, with Australian men expected to live 79 years on average, compared to 84 years for women.
Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Daniel Berkelmans explains “regular physical activity helps to maintain a healthy body weight and reduce the risk of many chronic conditions and injuries.
“A high level of cardiorespiratory fitness is one of the best predictors of overall health and well-being.”
Despite the benefits, less than half of men aged 18–64 are sufficiently active, and this drops to one in four for men aged over 65. In addition, seven in 10 Australian males are overweight or obese, increasing their risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and some cancers.
But it isn’t just physical health that benefits from regular exercise. Regular movement is vital for maintaining positive mental health, which is especially important in men. Men take their own lives at four times the rate of women, making up an average of six out of every eight suicides every single day, and the number of men who die by suicide in Australia is nearly double the national road toll.
On average, one in eight men will experience depression and one in five men will experience anxiety at some stage of their lives. However, it’s not all bad news with research repeatedly showing that exercise is an incredibly powerful tool for the prevention and management of mental health conditions.
Berkelmans adds “being physically active has a positive impact on mood, helps to manage stress and anxiety, and can help to reduce your risk of mental illnesses like depression. In fact, inactive men are 60% more likely to experience depression than those who are active.
“Even a small dose of exercise can have a big impact on your mental health. In fact, research shows that just one hour a week can help to prevent depression. Remember; something is better than nothing!”
This Men’s Health Week, Exercise Right is urging Australian men to start prioritising their health and to find time to move.
Visit the Exercise Right website to learn more about the benefits of exercise.
29th May 2019 - ESSA launches Reconciliation Action Plan during National Reconciliation Week
10th May 2019 - ESSA focuses on Active Ageing during Exercise Right Week 2019
21st March 2019 - ESSA highlights the role of physical activity in closing the health gap for Indigenous populations
12th June 2018 - Health and wellbeing of FIFO workers not overlooked during Men’s Health Week
3rd September 2017 - Female health concerns released in advance of national Women’s Health Week
6th August 2017 - More than 40,000 women prepare to be part of Women’s Health Week
12th June 2012 - Men’s Health Week aims to stop continued early deaths
Asking a small favour
We hope that you value the news that we publish so while you're here can we ask for your support?
The news we publish at www.ausleisure.com.au is independent, credible (we hope) and free for you to access, with no pay walls and no annoying pop-up ads.
However, as an independent publisher, can we ask for you to support us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine - if you don't already do so.
Published bi-monthly since 1997, the printed Australasian Leisure Management differs from this website in that it publishes longer, in-depth and analytical features covering aquatics, attractions, entertainment, events, fitness, parks, recreation, sport, tourism and venues management.
Subscriptions cost just $90 a year.
Click here to subscribe.
The Complete Guide to Leisure Industry Products & Services.
Commercial Aquatics Australia provides aquatic solutions nationwide and is one of the largest and most experienced companies specialising in the design, construction, renovation, service, maintenance…
read morePolin was founded in Istanbul in 1976, and has since grown into a leading company in the waterparks industry. Today Polin is one of the world leaders in the design, production, and installation of…
read moreICP is an Australian-based company focused on indoor climbing. ICP will manage your project from initial design to completion and beyond, whether you're building an international-level climbing…
read moreBioGuard is Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted supplier of premium, innovative and affordable commercial water treatment systems and chemicals. BioGuard offers a comprehensive range of…
read moreiEDM integrate Design, Engineering and Delivery Management services to convert existing spaces into exciting new entertainment venues. Our team consists of highly qualified professionals with diverse…
read more@leisure is a team of experienced leisure, aquatic and sports facility managers and planners, with market modelling, sports management, recreation planning, business and GIS qualifications. We have…
read moreAUSTRALIAN MADE. BUILT NOT BOUGHT. AlphaFit is a 100% Australian owned family company manufacturing gear specifically for the strength and conditioning, functional fitness and high-performance…
read moreCentaman has been a market leader in Enterprise Software Solutions for the leisure and recreation industry and both profit and not-for-profit attractions since 1991. It offers a wide range of software…
read moreGet your business noticed in our targeted directory. Viewed by 10,000 industry professionals per week!