Get it checked at Bodyline Health, Lower Plenty
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Healthy this winter: a guide from the Bodyline Health team at 17 Main Road, Lower Plenty.
5 tips to keep you healthy this winter
1. Keep moving
It is tempting to hibernate, but regular movement keeps joints supple and helps mood and sleep. Aim for the national guidelines of 150–300 minutes of moderate activity a week – indoor options like swimming, gym classes or walking at a shopping centre count.
2. Get outside in daylight
Even in winter, time outdoors during the day helps your body clock and mood. A lunchtime walk is a simple habit.
3. Prioritise sleep
Most adults need seven to nine hours. Keep a regular bedtime and a cool, dark bedroom.
4. Eat a colourful diet
Warm soups and stews packed with vegetables and legumes make it easy to get plenty of fruit and veg. Our dietitian can help with practical meal plans.
5. Stop the spread of bugs
Wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes, stay home when you are unwell and talk to your GP or pharmacist about recommended vaccinations.
Why winter brings aches and pains
Many people notice stiffer joints and more back and neck pain in the colder months. Less activity, hunching against the cold and longer hours indoors at a desk all play a part.
- Warm up for five to ten minutes before exercise
- Lift and dig carefully in the winter garden
- Keep your desk posture in check
- Use a heat pack for stiff muscles
Staying healthy this winter with arthritis
Cold weather can make arthritic joints feel stiffer. Keep up gentle daily movement and try warm-water exercise. Our article on arthritis pain has more tips.
How Bodyline Health can help
Our team in Lower Plenty offers chiropractic, physiotherapy, myotherapy, remedial massage, naturopathy, Chinese medicine and dietetics under one roof – so whether it is a stiff back or a plan to eat better, there is someone who can help.
Who at Bodyline Health can help this winter?
Because our practitioners work under one roof, your care can be shared between people who talk to each other.
- Dr Phillip Mifsud (Chiropractor): chiropractic care for winter back and neck stiffness.
- Jack Robertson (Remedial Massage Therapist): remedial massage for tight muscles.
- Caroline Robertson (Accredited Practising Dietitian): practical eating plans for the whole family.
- Wayne Grant (Naturopath): naturopathy consultations.
Further reading: How to start exercising (Healthdirect Australia); Sleep (Healthdirect Australia).
Common questions
Why do my joints ache more in winter?
Many people report more stiffness in cold weather, often linked to moving less. Staying active and keeping warm usually helps.
How much exercise should I do in winter?
The same as the rest of the year – most adults should aim for 150–300 minutes of moderate activity each week.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for a standard appointment at Bodyline Health.
This article is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for individual medical advice. If you are unsure, see your GP or book an assessment.
