Learn about the current situation and the costs and consequences of not moving – not just as a financial cost but human cost.
Our research has shown that Bluearth not only addresses the physical health of children, but also improves self awareness, focus, self esteem and resilience.
Australian children are among the least active in the world, ranking 32nd out 49 countries, according to a global report released today by the Active Healthy Global Kids Alliance.
There are so many easy ways you can enjoy moving with your family, and the long summer days are the perfect time to explore different ways of having fun together.
Check out our Active Play Ideas for some inspiration to unplug and reconnect these holidays.
Since 2000, more than 350,000 Aussie kids have enjoyed Bluearth sessions at their school. Watch our new video to see how much fun they have, and what other important skills and habits they develop while they’re experiencing the joy of movement.
Employees and managers have given standing desks the thumbs-up, saying they improve employee health, mental wellbeing and productivity when they are used to break up prolonged periods of sitting throughout the workday.
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Bluearth is proud to be part of the Deakin University’s Transform-Us! Project.
Transform-Us! has a similar philosophy to Bluearth: delivering strategies inside and outside of the classroom to get students moving more and sitting less.
The Victorian Department of Education is looking to offer this program to all primary schools in Victoria. It’s a great opportunity to further expand your knowledge and repertoire of activities to add more physical activity to the school day, and reap the rewards for you and your students.
More information, including how to register your school’s interest, is available on the Deakin University website.
As the Federal Government develops a national sports plan, Bluearth and FARE argue that the plan must encourage participation in sports and physical activity, but also must ensure the removal of unhealthy sponsorship and advertising in sport.
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Be part of a unique, one-day forum that will change the way you think about moving more and sitting less in the workplace. You will be part of the change, actively contributing ideas and strategies for better employee health and wellness. This is a must for health professionals, academics, HR and PHS representatives and workplace health services.
Tickets are on sale now. Book before August 31 to take advantage of our early bird special.
For more information go to: www.movemoresitless.org.au/workplace-evolution-forum
Mike Brady is best known as singer/songwriter behind the unofficial Australian Rules football anthem ‘Up There Cazaly’, the biggest selling local single of its time. In addition to his achievements in the entertainment industry he has enjoyed a successful career in advertising and is one of Australia’s foremost jingle writers.
Mike is also an experienced director. In addition to his work with Bluearth, he currently serves on the boards of the Prostate Cancer Council and Tourism Victoria, and was a long-serving board member of Variety. He is an Australia Day Life Ambassador and in 2013 was awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the community.
“It’s great to see Mike receiving the recognition he deserves for his musical and business career, and for his tireless community work,” said Bluearth CEO, Wendy Gillett.
One third of all chronic diseases are preventable and can be traced to four lifestyle risk factors: alcohol and tobacco use, physical activity and poor nutrition. While treating chronic disease takes up half of the overall health budget, we only spend 1.5% of the budget preventing it. The Preventative Health: how much does Australia spend and is it enough? report released today highlights that Australia is ranked 16 out of 31 OECD countries for spending on preventative health.
While changes need to be made at all levels of government, we can start by making small changes to our own lives to move more and sit less each day.
For more information go to: fare.org.au
