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14/02/2026

Are you a hugger?? I love a good hug.

The Power of Hugs

February invites us to pause and honour the heart - not just the physical one that keeps us alive, but also the emotional one that keeps us connected. Love - and hugs - nourish the emotional heart which in turn supports the physical heart.

Why hugs matter:
• Release oxytocin, helping us feel calm, loved, and connected
• Reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness
• Strengthen relationships and trust

Brain & cognitive benefits:
• Lower stress hormones that affect memory
• Promote emotional regulation and focus
• Especially meaningful for people with dementia when words are difficult

Physical health benefits:
• Can lower blood pressure and heart rate
• Support immune health
• Reduce pain and muscle tension

As we age:
• Many older adults experience touch deprivation
• Hugs improve mood, sleep, and overall well-being
• Gentle hugs, hand-holding, or shoulder squeezes all count

How many hugs do we need?
• 4 hugs a day for survival
• 8 hugs a day for maintenance
• 12 hugs a day for growth

So get hugging!

13/02/2026

FOR SALE.

Excellent as new condition.
Bodyworx Power Rack $450 firm.

Gotta make way for my new Hip Thruster machine (so excited about this!!)

Pick up available immediately.
Listed in lots of places.

28/01/2026

Thanks everyone for your kind words as I recover from a total hip replacement. Steve and Rambo are looking after me and making sure I get plenty of couch time.

I’m keen to ease back into training.

FIRE 🔥 (booked out) begins Monday 2nd February.

Exercise Rehabilitation: TBA when this session returns.

Boxing 🥊 starts back Tuesday 3rd February at 6.30 pm. All abilities welcome $10.

Stretch & Relax; starts back Thursday 29th January at 6pm All welcome $10

See you soon.
🩼 🤒 🏋🏻‍♀️

22/01/2026

Rambo and Steve are ready for Stretch & Relax at 6pm tonight.

24/12/2025

Thanks for a fabulous year with our Tuesday exercise rehab group.

See you in 2026.

21/12/2025

Plenty of fun in Heywood for our final class for 2025.

We start up again on Feb 2nd.

Wishing everyone a happy and Healthy Christmas 🎄.

18/12/2025

It was a carry kind of a walk for Rambo this morning. The temp was 30 degrees by 9am

13/12/2025

So upset to see that Sheree has moved on. She was a past adored member of our training group (both ICE SESSIONS and FIRE). Her ferocious determination was forever present and she provided plenty of gentle competition for a few of the crew. I know Chris and Graeme challenged her at times and Gaylene was hot on her heels.

Condolences to her family - she will be greatly missed.

The Memorial Service for the late SHEREE LEONIE MIRTSCHIN is to be held at the PORTLAND GOLF CLUB, Madeira Packet Road, Portland, on TUESDAY the 23rd of DECEMBER, commencing at 2:00pm.

Portland Funeral Services invites you to leave a message of condolence below.

10/12/2025

Final FIRE 🔥 session for 2025!

It’s been a pleasure building strong bodies.

See you all in 2026.

25/11/2025

Working on the finer details of my workshop Wednesday 26th at 6.30pm

WHY STRENGTH TRAINING MATTERS IN PERI-MENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE.

Just 3 spots remaining.
Message below or text 0427 317 348 to register.

24/11/2025

The Heywood ladies were very chatty this morning. I love how they support each other.

18/11/2025

You can find me in here!

Very excited to be offering for the first time - a FREE workshop for women over 18 on the benefits of strength training for peri-menopausal and menopausal women.

rsvp by Tuesday 25th Nov via text Ph 0427 317 348

Send a message to learn more