Celebrating Exercise Right Week at Kieser: Movement For Better Health
Welcome to Exercise Right Week 2024! This annual event, celebrated from 20 May to 26 May promotes the importance of physical activity and the incredible benefits it provides our health and well-being.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, Exercise Right Week is here to inspire you to make movement a fun and essential part of your life.
What is Exercise Right Week?
Exercise Right Week is an initiative created by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) to promote the advantages of exercise and encourage Australians to get active. This week-long celebration is packed with activities, educational resources, and community events aimed at highlighting how exercise can improve our physical, mental, and emotional health. Each year, Exercise Right Week focuses on a different theme, and for 2024, the theme is "Just Move."
Why "Just Move"?
This year's theme is all about empowering individuals to find their own path to fitness. It's about breaking down barriers, debunking myths, and providing the tools and knowledge needed to make exercise accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Whether you prefer running, yoga, swimming, or dancing, the goal is to find what moves you and to make it a part of your daily routine. Moving for 30 minutes a day can make a significant difference to your health and well-being.
The Benefits of Exercise
Physical Health
Regular exercise strengthens the heart, muscles, and bones. It improves cardiovascular health, reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, and helps maintain a healthy weight.
Mental Health
Exercise is a powerful tool for mental well-being. It reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety, improves mood, and boosts cognitive function. Physical activity also promotes better sleep, which is essential for overall health.
Emotional Well-being
Engaging in regular physical activity can enhance self-esteem, reduce stress, and increase feelings of happiness and relaxation.
Social Connections
Participating in group sports or fitness classes can foster a sense of community and provide opportunities to meet new people, reducing feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Get involved in Exercise Right Week at Kieser
Exercise Right Week is an opportunity to start new habits, challenge yourself, and experience the numerous benefits that exercise can bring.
At Kieser we're celebrating Exercise Right Week by hosting walking and running groups across our clinics for members, clients and their friends and family. Encourage someone you know to kickstart their journey to achieving 30 minutes of physical activity each day this Exercise Right Week with Kieser.
Monday, 20 May
| Kieser Camberwell | 9am - 9.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Geelong | 4.30pm - 5.30pm | Walking Group (Barwon River) |
| Kieser Heidelberg | 12.30pm - 1pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Hobart | 12pm - 1pm | Walking Group (from St Lukes Health Hub) |
| Kieser Malvern | 10.30am - 11am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Sandringham | 4.30pm - 5.30pm | Walking Group |
Tuesday, 21 May
| Kieser Ascot | 7am - 7:45am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Bundall | 11am - 11.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Geelong | 1pm - 2pm | Walking Group (Barwon River) |
| Kieser Heidelberg | 10.30am - 11am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Ocean Grove | 4.30pm - 5pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Sandringham | 8am - 9am | Walking Group |
Wednesday, 22 May
| Kieser Ascot | 6am - 6:30am | Running Group |
| Kieser Camberwell | 10.30am - 11am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Caulfield | 9am - 9.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Collins St | 12.30pm - 1pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Geelong | 11am - 12pm | Walking Group (Barwon River) |
| Kieser Heidelberg | 1pm - 1.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Hobart | 10.30am - 11.30am | Walking Group (From Botanical Gardens - Lower Domain Rd access) |
| Kieser Mont Albert | 10am - 10.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Mornington | 2pm - 2.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Norwood | 12.30pm - 1pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Ringwood | 11.30am - 12pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Sandringham | 6.15am 10.30am - 11.30am 1pm - 2pm | Experienced Running Group Beginner Running Group Walking Group |
| Kieser South Melbourne | 1.30pm - 2.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Werribee | 11am - 11.30am | Walking Group |
Thursday, 24 May
| Kieser Brighton | 4pm - 4.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Burwood East | 2.30pm - 3.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Fitzroy | 10am - 11am | Walking Group (Edi Gardens) |
| Kieser Geelong | 9am - 10am | Walking Group (Barwon River) |
| Kieser Heidelberg | 8.30am - 9am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Malvern | 12pm - 12.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Norwood | 8.30am - 9am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Sandringham | 4pm - 5pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Torquay | 11.30am - 12.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Werribee | 11am - 11.30am | Walking Group |
Friday, 25 May
| Kieser Bundall | 9am - 9.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Camberwell | 9.30am - 10am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Collins St | 12pm - 12.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Geelong | 9am - 10am | Walking Group (Barwon River) |
| Kieser Mornington | 2pm - 2.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Ocean Grove | 11am - 11.30am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Ringwood | 1pm - 1.30pm | Walking Group |
| Kieser Sandringham | 10am - 11am | Walking Group |
| Kieser Werribee | 12pm - 12.30pm | Walking Group |
Sunday, 26 May
| Kieser Sandringham | 8am - 9am | Walking Group |
When considering increasing your level of activity or trying something new, it's important to seek the right advice. Speak to the Kieser team of Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists and Exercise Scientists this Exercise Right Week to ensure you’re exercising right for your needs.
Let’s get moving and make this week a celebration of health, community, and empowerment.
Resources:
Australian Government Department of Health. (n.d.). Physical activity and exercise guidelines for all Australians. Retrieved from: www.health.gov.au/topics/physical-activity-and-exercise/physical-activity-and-exercise-guidelines-for-all-australians
Better Health Channel. (n.d.). Physical activity - how to get active when you are busy. Retrieved from: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Physical-activity-how-to-get-active-when-you-are-busy#benefits-of-getting-active
Exercise Right. (n.d.). Exercise Right Week campaign. Retrieved from: exerciseright.com.au/exercise-right-week-campaign/
