By 10,000 Steps Team | 27 Mar 2024
A series of videos full of evidence-based tips and tricks to support your physical activity journey through all stages of adult life. Presented by CQUniversity's Physical Activity Research Group and partners.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 29 Feb 2024
10,000 Steps shines the spotlight on longtime member Kerin Szemes.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 11 Dec 2023
Deadly Choices aims to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to make healthy choices for themselves and their families - to stop smoking, to eat good food, and to exercise daily.
By John Ferguson | 1 Dec 2023
A love of the outdoors and active lifestyles makes time spent in the sun part of our everyday lives. Discover 6 simple steps to better sun safe practice.
By Dr. Thomas Doering | 23 Nov 2023
Illness and injury can significantly impact your ability to be physically active. Depending on your circumstances, it can be hard to know where to begin, or how to safely return to physical activity. CQUniversity's Dr. Thomas Doering offers tips and tricks to get you moving again.
“ I was athletic and played many sports in my younger years. As I grow older and became too comfortable in life, I lost focus on my health, gained weight, and became a lazy bum. In 2021, it hit me hard … ”
Anonymous
Victoria, 25 Oct 2023
“ Today's the day I clocked up over 77 million steps on 10000steps.org.au! :) I've been with you since you started in 2001, so that's roughly 350,000,000 steps annually. As I'm now 85, by a conservative extrapolation, I may have walked … ”
Peter H
Outside Australia, 18 Sep 2023
By Associate Professor Amanda Rebar | 14 Aug 2023
How do you stay motivated after the initial shine of starting something new wears off? The answer may be simpler than you think. CQUniversity's Associate Professor Amanda Rebar shares insights that will keep you moving forward.
By Dr. Danya Hodgetts | 10 Aug 2023
Having trouble finding the time (or energy) to be more active? Parallel Participation might be for you. Dr. Danya Hodgetts explains exactly what this strategy is, and offers ideas for how you can make it work for you and your kids, no matter their age.
By Dr. Stephanie Schoeppe & Rebecca Williams | 3 Aug 2023
Involving your children in physical activities can be a fun way to stay active and model positive behaviour, not to mention it's great quality time! Dr. Stephanie Schoeppe and Rebecca Williams share their top tips for being physically active with kids.
By Professor Mitch Duncan | 2 Aug 2023
Are you getting enough good quality sleep? If you don't wake up feeling refreshed and energised for the day ahead, it may be time for some simple changes. University of Newcastle's Professor Mitch Duncan shares some helpful tips to get you on the path to sleeping soundly.
By Dr. Saman Khalesi | 2 Aug 2023
A balanced and nutritious diet helps you feel great and provides all the fuel you need for daily functioning and physical activity. Feel like you don't have time to eat well? CQUniversity's Dr. Saman Khalesi offers some quick tips and easy swaps to help you improve your diet.
By Professor Corneel Vandelanotte | 28 Jul 2023
Resting heart rate, heart rate during exercise, maximal heart rate, VO2max - CQUniversity's Professor Corneel Vandelanotte breaks down some of the measures your activity tracker may track, so you can figure out what's most important to you.
By Associate Professor Melanie Hayman | 27 Jul 2023
Physical activity during pregnancy is safe and is essential for the good health and wellbeing of both you and your baby. CQUniversity's Associate Professor Melanie Hayman shares the physical activity recommendations for women before, during and after pregnancy.
By Dr. Stephanie Alley | 27 Jul 2023
Physical activity is important for people of every age and it’s never too late to start reaping the benefits of physical activity regardless of your current fitness level. CQUniversity's Dr. Stephanie Alley shares tips and tricks on how to start being more physically active, no matter your age.
By Associate Professor Rob Stanton | 24 Jul 2023
For many people looking to increase their physical activity levels, figuring out where to start or which activity to choose can be daunting. CQUniversity's Associate Professor Rob Stanton shares three simple steps to help you start, and stick with, physical activity.
“ Its amazing what a little exercise can do to your thought process. Two years ago my workplace did a 10,000 Steps challenge just as COVID lockdown hit, and now I am living on the 10,000 Steps website for the next … ”
Scott W
Outside Australia, 30 Jan 2023
By 10,000 Steps Team | 20 Dec 2022
How do you fit physical activity in when your day is already full? And how do you keep it going? Here are some simple and easy ways to create long-lasting and positive active habits with minimum effort, right now!
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