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Muscle mapping over lifespan reveals patterns of female ageing

A first-time look at female muscle health over the decades has revealed the critical period in mid-life when women’s physical activity, particularly strength-based exercise, needs to increase, not slow down.

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Not every step counts when it comes to improving mental health

A new study looking at the mental health benefits of exercise has shed fresh light on the ‘type’ of physical activity most likely to boost mood.

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Moving the next generation with AI: new tool improves kids’ motor skills

A new artificial intelligence tool is helping teachers and coaches build important motor skills in young children.

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New review highlights how to protect muscle and bone health while losing weight

Cutting calories without an exercise and nutrition plan can lead to losses in muscle and bone, in addition to fat, a new review from Deakin University warns.

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Deakin University's INFANT and TransformUs programs support Australian children and their families to live a healthy, active life.

Submission to the Australian Government’s 2025-26 budget  

Two flagship initiatives developed at the Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, Deakin University, would improve health and wellbeing for Australian children throughout their lives, with national implementation support from the Australian Government.

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5 minutes with…. Professor Jenny Veitch

Professor Jenny Veitch is renowned for her research examining how the neighbourhood environment affects physical activity. Her research and stakeholder engagement has had broad impact, earning her funding from several prestigious schemes and industry sources, as well as multiple awards and nominations for research excellence and innovation.

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How to set realistic exercise goals this year

Dr Jackson Fyfe shares five principles to help make it easier to stick to an exercise routine.

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New in-language resources to encourage healthy lifestyle habits early in life

Victoria's Health Minister, Mary-Anne Thomas MP, launches new resources encouraging healthy eating and active play from the start of life for culturally and linguistically diverse families in Melbourne’s west.

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Playing it safe: why parents need to let children take risks when they play

New research reveals that parents’ tolerance of risk and injury is a determining factor in how physically active their children are.

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Benefits of exercise depends on hours spent sitting: review

The most comprehensive review of the effects of sedentary behaviour on health and risk of death has intensified the call to reduce time spent being sedentary as well as increasing physical activity.

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Men’s Health Week – simple ways to build healthy habits 

Taking steps to improve your health doesn't have to be complicated. Here are some simple things to do that can go a long way.

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Am I too old to build muscle? What science says about sarcopenia and building strength later in life

Experts in muscle loss, A/Prof David Scott and Prof Robin Daly, say it's never too late to start weight training and protect yourself against sarcopenia.

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