The Health Hub

Pushing yourself to your limit is kind of the whole point of exercise - running just a little longer when you're exhausted, doing that extra rep until you can't lift anymore.  But sometimes we miss warning signs, and push ourselves too hard - leading to an injury that even once fully recovered, most won't get back into the gym.  So how hard is too hard to push yourself? LISTEN ABOVE See...

A range of governments have flip flopped on mental health funding for years.  No matter how much is put into the sector, it always seems to end up in the wrong place - or not spent at all.  So where should the money be going?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The older we get, the more important it is to maintain health, but what movements are the true needle-movers for a longer, healthier life? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all heard the rumours that supplements and vitamins are just expensive waste that goes straight through you, but there  are some that doctors recommend.  So which are useless and which can actually improve your health? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know how serious heart health is - but what can we actually do to help it?  At what point should we start to be worries about how our weight is impacting our hearts - and how much does that really matter when heart issues don't discriminate?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams partnered with Amazon Kindle and found that kiwis are checking for notifications up to 50 times an hour - a major contributor to 86% of us feeling stressed by bedtime.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was the Director-General of Health leading the country through the hardest health challenges New Zealand has faced in modern history.  Today, he's a Professor at the University of Auckland's School of Population Health.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Menopause is one of the most natural things a woman can go through, so why is it so taboo to speak about?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training methods, core strength, and footwear.  Biomechanist Greg Pain joins to discuss how the way people move impacts their results.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr John Cameron joins The Weekend Collective to discuss more effective pain management methods.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you done your 10,000 steps today?  Personal trainer Alex Flint joins to discuss whether 10,000 steps is a fad marketing scheme or truly beneficial to your health.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Hall from Ethically Kate joins to discuss living an ethical and sustainable life.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now more than ever, people are putting a heap of energy into tracking the length and quality of their sleep each night.  What percentage quality? How many hours? How long spent in each phase of sleep?  It can be interesting to read the data, but is it really beneficial or does it create too much pressure on sleeping patterns? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

This week on the Health Hub, expert Greg Pain unpacked the best and worst exercise trends for 2025 - and revealed the top exercises you should be doing. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dealing with endless choices of processed foods is hard at the best of times, but it's even harder when you don't realise the food is processed.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health and wellness coach Kent Johns joins to discuss the important of variety in workouts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study published in PLO One found that people who's parents divorced when they were under the age of 18 were 61% more likely to experience a stroke later in life.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building a long list of healthy habits and workout routines to start in the new year probably seemed like a great idea in December, but how many haven't been given up yet?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we draw closer to the big day, everyone is preparing to consume exorbitant amounts of delicious food.  Allyson Gofton joins to discuss Christmas staples and the dishes that should stay off the table this year.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Health Hub, Dr Alex Bartle talked about the factors that can disrupt sleep over the Christmas season - and how to move past them to get a good night's rest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running has got to be the most natural form of exercise... so why is it so easy to get injured while you do it?  Granted, if you're not an avid runner, it can take some time for your body to get used to that kind of movement - but what about your feet?  We're all more likely to maintain a consistent exercise routine if we enjoy what we're doing, but your running shoes may be holding you...

Home workouts, gym, or a personal trainer - which is more effective? Alex Flint is a personal trainer at Body Torque joins with the answer.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Far too often patients will find themselves directing their GP on what tests they need done when everything continues coming back normal.  Dr John Cameron joins to discuss how you can advocate for yourself in the doctor's office, and when it's time to seek a second opinion. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study by Age Concern found that 59% of Kiwis over the age of 65 had recently felt lonely or socially isolated.  The CEO, Kevin Lamb, has said the health burden of loneliness is just as damaging as many chronic medical conditions. But how can we catch it before it begins to spiral, and is there a way to avoid loneliness? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald joins The Weekend Collective.&nbs...

As we enter the final stretch of the year, many people over-commit to different Christmas parties and productions.  Health and well-being coach Kent Johns joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how to maintain your self-care over the busy festive season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.