Links
While you're getting ready to make some changes, why not avail yourself of some of these fabulous resources to support you on your journey to health and happiness?
Weight Management and Nutrition
Dietitians Association of Australia
The Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) is the largest professional nutrition organisation in Australia. As well as providing practical and up-to-date information on food and nutrition, you can search for an Accredited Practising Dietitian.
www.daa.asn.au
1800 812 942
4 Brilliant Weight Management Books!
These books are great because they are based on solid research and common sense, and are also refreshingly user-friendly.
“Becoming Gut Less: The Weight Loss Program for Men” by Garry Egger
“Becoming Slimmer: The Weight Loss Program for Women” by Garry Egger
“Weight Loss for Food Lovers: Understanding the Psychology & Sabotage of Weight Loss” by Dr George Blair-West
“If Not Dieting, Then What?” by Dr Rick Kausman
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia is a non-government, non-profit, community based-organisation with offices in all states and territories. Nutrition Australia is an independent body that aims to promote the health and well-being of all Australians.
www.nutritionaustralia.org
Eating Disorders Association
The Eating Disorders Association (EDA Inc (Qld)) aims to improve the support for all people affected by eating disorders and to raise community awareness about these disorders.
www.eda.org.au
(07) 3891 3660
Physical Activity Around Brisbane
Our Brisbane – Active and Healthy
Follow the links for literally 100’s of sport and recreation facilities and events around Brisbane, as well as tips for a healthy lifestyle and active and healthy events around Brissie.
www.ourbrisbane.com/activeandhealthy
Queensland Transport Cycling Information
Follow the links (via Transport Network on the menu bar) to find information about bike riding for leisure or commuting, buying a bike, and cycling facilities in your local area.
www.transport.qld.gov.au
Just Walk It
“'Just Walk It” is Australia's largest (and free!) group walking program with 4500 participants across Queensland.
www.heartfoundation.com.au (Access via Programs and Events – Your State - QLD – Health Programs)
(07) 3872 2500
Your 30
The Queensland Government’s latest online initiative to encourage Queenslanders to eat well and be active for 30 minutes each day. Contains tips to eat well and be active, competitions to win great prizes, and interactive tools to help get you started.
www.your30.qld.gov.au
Cool Running
This is an independent, non-profit web site for runners by runners. It features information on and links to events, clubs, and latest news.
www.coolrunning.com.au
Online Health and Fitness Tools
fitness2live
fitness2live is an online guide and motivator for goal success in health and wellness, fitness and nutrition, and successful weight management.
www.fitness2live.com.au
Go Active
This interactive web site features a fun questionnaire to help you find activities that match your fitness goals, energy level, personality, and budget in order to reach your fitness goals.
www.goactive.com/tools/en-US/activity_finder
Mood Gym
http://moodgym.anu.edu.au
This is a free, fun, interactive online programme to help people overcome problem emotions and develop good coping skills for future mental health.
10,000 Steps
10,000 Steps is a free program that encourages communities, workplaces and individuals to increase their physical activity levels. Definitely worth checking out.
http://10000steps.com.au
Find a Specialist
Australian Psychological Society
Read about what psychologists do, access tip sheets, and review the latest recommended fee schedules. Search the database of over 2000 accredited psychologists nationally, by area of specialisation.
www.psychology.org.au
1800 333 497
Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science
The Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science (AAESS) is the peak professional organisation for tertiary-trained Exercise Physiologists who are experts in physical rehabilitation.
www.aaess.com.au
(07) 3856 5622
Fitness Queensland
The peak body for the fitness industry in Queensland. Search online for a registered fitness instructor or facility.
www.fitnessqld.org.au
(07) 3876 6522
Self-Development
Mind Tools
Discover skills to help you excel in your career, learn leadership, and develop personal effectiveness, goal setting, and stress management. Also offers techniques that improve creativity, assist problem solving, organize time and deadlines, and improve your memory.
www.mindtools.com
Relaxation Centre of QLD
The Relaxation Centre offers inexpensive courses to assist people deal with challenges such as fear, anxiety, panic, stress, and low self-esteem. It also has a great bookshop.
Cnr Brooks & Wickham St, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane (drop in for info or a browse)
(07) 3854 1986
Sorting Out Problems
About.com Online Stress Information
News & info about stress, burnout & coping strategies.
http://stress.about.com
Beyond Blue
beyondblue is a national, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse.
www.beyondblue.org.au
National Sleep Foundation
The National Sleep Foundation is dedicated to improving public health and safety by achieving understanding of sleep and sleep disorders, and by supporting sleep-related education.
www.sleepfoundation.org