Time for a Spring Clean? Jump up & down if you love spring weather! That wasn’t just a thinly veiled attempt to get you to move. As a health and lifestyle coach I love this time of the year because as the weather starts to warm, energy levels rise and we naturally want to move… Read more
Kilojoules, Calories, KJ, Cal, Cals… What’s the story? It’s so confusing! We’re not big on Calorie counting here at EFM, however having a basic understanding of how much energy is in the food we consume is important, especially when the energy content of food can be displayed in numerous ways. Kilojoules vs Calories: Both kilojoules and Calories… Read more
Adelaide Physiotherapist, James McEwan shares some useful insights on how to minimise the risks of injuries in a running program. Now, we’re certainly not all going to run marathons, but Fun Runs certainly play a significant role in the annual fitness events calendar of EFM clubs across Australia. James’s tips are certainly timely for the… Read more
Everyone wants the secret exercise that can burn the most body fat in the fastest amount of time. Since there are so many different opinions about how to lose weight, below is a list of the 9 best forms of exercise to lose weight and maintain your enthusiasm. Some of them may surprise! By following… Read more
Resistance training (exercising with appropriate weights) should certainly be part of a balanced workout program. And when we talk about weight or resistance training, we’re not talking about trying to give you Arnie Arms! Our aim with resistance training is to help you improve strength and build lean muscle mass (which can help to give you shape and… Read more
Below is a great 50-60 minute workout for when you can’t make your EFM Club and the great thing about the structure of the program is that it allows flexibility – be creative! 8 points to consider when planning this workout: 1. Warm up – remember to focus on the muscle groups you will be using in the… Read more
Buying running or training shoes can be a complicated and expensive venture. But can make the difference between having an enjoyable running experience and a bad one. It can also reduce your risk of injuries. Where do you go to get the advice needed to get the perfect running shoe? Here are some little pointers for… Read more
Can’t make it to EFM today but still looking for a quick fitness fix? Are you travelling for work or holidays and want to maintain your workout consistency? Try our “All Over body” Travel workout! 6 tips for completing this short, sharp and shiny program. 1. Warm up – remember to focus on the… Read more
EFM Marion has been open for just 6 weeks but has already clocked up it’s 1000th member visit! Brand new member Susan was the 1000 member through on her very first visit to the club! In only 6 weeks, no less than 6 members have already passed the 25 visits milestone! Congratulations to the following members for hitting the… Read more
Congratulations to Justin Parise of EFM Mawson Lakes for completing his 2500th EFM session on Friday, October 31st. Justin started at EFM Mawson Lakes approximately 9 years ago as someone who had retired from competitive sport and was looking to replace both the physical and social void left from no longer playing soccer. Here are… Read more
*Individual results may vary. My name is Mandy Telfer, I’m 37 years old and I have recently completed an 8 week challenge at the EFM Health Club in Mount Gambier. I lost 5.3kg and an awesome 23.5 cm off of my body. There is nothing special about me, I’m just an ordinary person that needed… Read more
*Individual results may vary. In mid 2012 I was 20 years old and 138kgs. I didn’t play sport had zero confidence, was very depressed and was sick of being bullied. I’d had enough and needed to lose weight ASAP. I wanted to play football the next year so I used that as motivation. Trying to… Read more