Fitness
New Brisbane stadium at centre of 2032 Olympics plan
A new stadium will be built in a controversial location on the edge of Brisbane's central business district. This is part of an A$7.1 (US$4.5) billion plan to deliver the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The plan, which involves the largest infrastructure program in Queensland history, was unveiled on Tuesday by Premier David Crisafulli, more than 1,340 days after the state won the right to host the Games. The centrepiece is a new 63,000 seat Brisbane Stadium to be built in inner suburban Victoria Park, the prospect of which has already generated significant community opposition from residents concerned about the loss of public parkland. The Government left the $2.5 billion Brisbane Arena out of the proposed Olympics infrastructure with Crisafulli saying it had received private sector offers to build the indoor sports and entertainment centre after the Games. The 2032 Delivery Plan, which was released with the final report of the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority, includes other major developments in south-east Queensland:a National Aquatic Centre on the Centenary Pool site at Spring Hill, another inner suburban locationan upgraded main arena and athlete village, which would be converted to
Australia one of the most pricey countries for gym goers
Australia ranked equal fifth with New Zealand on the most gym-crazed countries index, and had one of the highest average monthly fitness club costs according to Compare the Market. On average, Australian monthly fitness club costs are A$74.37, in comparison to the most gym-crazed country, France with a monthly cost of $54.15. This places Australia as the sixth most expensive in terms of gym fees. Compare the Market’s executive general manager of health insurance, Steven Spicer said health insurance could help cover the cost of workout routines. He said that gym memberships can be included in some health insurance policies. “Finding a health insurance policy that pays a benefit towards your active lifestyle could help to cut back your monthly expenses overall,” he said. “This doesn’t only apply to gym memberships though; some insurers can help cover you for other activities such as group fitness classes. “If you’re a regular to any of these and you’re in the market for health insurance anyway, it makes sense to compare policies to find an option that helps you cover your lifestyle.” Australia also has the fourth highest number of gyms per capita, with 29 per 100,000 population. With "fitness" becoming the th
The Founders: Ariel's app puts the PT in exceptional
The Founders is an Azzet finance series showcasing the inspiring journeys of visionary entrepreneurs who turned ideas into thriving businesses. Dive into captivating stories and insightful interviews with founders and CEOs. They share their challenges, triumphs, and industry insights in this ongoing series. Launching a business with no prior experience in tech or social media management wasn’t easy, but Ariel Comeau leaned on her expertise in coaching, leadership, and wellness education to bring RMS Movement to life. RMS Movement is a health and wellness app aimed at helping busy professionals incorporate fitness and mobility into their regular schedules. It offers a coach in their pocket. The idea for RMS Movement was born from Ariel’s experience as a health and wellness coach, where she realised the limitations of one-on-one coaching and saw an opportunity to impact more people at scale “RMS is designed to feel like you've got a personal trainer in your pocket, a personal health and wellness coach,” she says. “The mission was to give busy professionals access to high-quality, customisable programs at an accessible price point. Comeau started the business with no following or marketing experience and had to pers