Duraball

05/07/2022

AOK exercise balls - mediBall, Duraball, Maxball and Xtreme ball are used world wide. Balls exercises are being rediscovered for the benefits to all users. Here is a recent UK link from one of our customers Nuffield Health.

Unstable training has fallen out of favour in recent years, but here’s why it’s worth another look

20/04/2022

A blast from the past ... where has this time gone

24/01/2022

Duraball is the world's best gym ball. Made in Australia by exercise scientists for over 25 years.

DHL is proving a valuable partner in getting our high quality products to the world - low cost & fast delivery.

02/01/2022

Great philosophy to build into your life.

Are you totally and consciously clear about your core values regarding Dr. Quiet?

Getting clear about Dr. Quiet concerning your core values guides you in how to structure your days and feed your body and mind with the downtime of low-stress activities it needs to respond to essential questions.

Sometimes, all it takes is a short walk or a tai chi session to support your Dr. Quiet core values. For example, taking cold showers and creating art without a preconceived expectation or outcome (forget being perfect) help me to get into a mindless state.

For you, embracing Dr. Quiet may mean sitting in a park surrounded by nature or listening to music.

25/11/2021

These are a fantastic training too l for both Rugby Union and Rugby League competitors. The added weight is a great overload opportunity to improve ball retention strength while the 2kg and 3g balls are ideal for passing drills. Designed by AOK and manufactured in Australia.

17/11/2021

If you live in the Newcastle area and you have one of our manufactured balls. Drop in and we will inflate it to suit your body height and weight.
Current COVID scan in restrictions apply so over the next 2 weeks just phone on 1300 790 900 and can get you sorted.

16/11/2021

Have you tried the AOK Health Elastic Tone Loops? These great exercise tools are useful for squat training, hip abductor and mobility exercises.

They can be used at home, in the gym or in your practice. Total lenght is 55cm with a loop length of 27.5cm. It is 2.4cm wide and 1.4mm thick. Containing no latex they have a resistance of 7kg at 100% extension.

There are other sizes and resistances available too. Including the Power Band Loop which can be used for stretches that would otherwise require a partner. Use for bodyweight exercises, mobility training, powerlifting, building speed and power, throughout the range of motion during squats and deadlifts.

To order go to the AOK Health website or call our friendly team on 1300 790 900. AOK delivers worldwide via our contactless delivery service. We also have our contactless phone and collect service at the Newcastle Warehouse available for those who live locally.

The DuraBall is safe, reliable, non-allergenic, Australian made, durable and versatile.

Use DuraBall to reduce muscle pain and enhance neuro-muscle performance.

05/11/2021

Now Covid is easing it's time to update your exercise equipment. We had lots of enquries during shutdown about correct inflation heights for your AOK mediBall, Duraball, Maxball or Xtreme Ball. If you live close by to our Newcastle warehouse just drop in and we can correctly inflate it to suit your body. You can trade your old ball for a new ball and save 10% of SRP - we can recycle your old ball at no charge as well.

05/11/2021

At AOK Health we love fresh food!

Just like exercise eating fresh seasonal food is an act of self-care that helps keep the body in shape. Creating fresh food for yourself, family and friends allows us to slow down as we spend time choosing, washing, topping and tailing, chopping, cooking and dressing each morsel ready for the plate. We inhale the scents of the fresh vegetables and herbs as they are being prepared and cooked. The colours are a delight to the senses and the benefits of fresh food on the gut for digestion and serotonin production are excellent. All great benefits for the body and mind.

Vegetables high in colour like beets and berries are full of antioxidants, fibre and nutrition. Often referred to as superfoods they are good for the body and certainly provide great fuel for more power during your physical activity. The darker and brighter the colour, the better they are for you. Adding a medley of coloured foods can resemble a rainbow on our plate while providing a taste sensation.

Serving foods rich in colour and nutrition become a real culinary work of art everyone can enjoy. Imagine taking a delicious homemade Roasted Beet Salad to a BBQ or on a picnic to share with friends and family.

As the weekend approaches we suggest you select some healthy seasonally available foods and enjoy creating your own sumptious feast. Maybe you are growing your own vegetables and serving them from the garden to your plate. That is great exercise too.

One of our clients loves using her AOK Folding Mat as a knee rest when working in the garden. She follows her gardening activity with some Yoga stretches on her mat to release any stiffness and tension in the body. She tells us, 'Along with eating healthy food this combination of physical activity helps keep my digestive system working well and regular and it lifts my mood considerably. It's really good for my overall health and wellbeing'. We love that she does this for herself!

Looking for foodie ideas? Here are a couple of great recipes for you to try out. Remember Folks to let us know in the comments about your healthy recipe tips. Perhaps even share a photo of your creation too.

To purchase your AOK Folding Mat visit our website and order online for delivery to you worldwide. Alternatively, call us on 1300 790 900 to use our phone order and contactless collection service at the Newcastle Showroom.

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29/10/2021

Calling all fitness and wellness enthusiasts who want to improve circulation, relax muscles and increase workout efficiency....

The Acupro® Yoga Mat is the world’s first fitness mat that incorporates a Deep Stimulation system, designed to cause a cascade of energy from the receptors of the hands and feet into the control systems of the body. The skin, muscle and fascia of the palms of our hands and soles of our feet contain thousands of sensory organelles, which when stimulated by the Acupro® Deep Stimulation nodes, release significant electrical impulses into the nervous and fascial systems. When combined with activities such as practising yoga postures or forms from Tai Chi, it significantly increases the overall energy flow in the body.

By providing stimulation, acupressure massage and trigger point therapy, this stimulation has been found to relax tight muscles during your regular exercise sessions. This unique technology is made to simultaneously increase circulation, co-ordination and balance, whilst helping to reduce muscle tension and discomfort.

The specially designed contoured surface has been designed to stimulate the hundreds of acu-points that cover the entire body. The same points used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, to facilitate healing in the body and mind via the improving the flow of Qi or vital energy.

By helping you improve the flow of blood, lymphatic fluid, and releasing tension in tired and overworked muscles, the body can move with greater ease and provide vital nutirents and oxygen to muscles, connective tissues and organs.

The added advantage of training on a slightly unstable surface will help stimulate your co-ordination development, much like running barefoot on sand or uneven surfaces.

So, if you demand the best in performance and want to maximise your workout efficiency, get on the AcuPro® Yoga Mat to enjoy an unfair advantage over your competition. Whether you are into yoga, pilates, or hardcore workouts, the AcuPro® Yoga Mat will help you maximise performance and recover faster between workouts.

25/10/2021

Aaron shares a few flexibility and recovery techniques utilizing the foam roller to keep the body in tune. We had a giggle here about the cutting edge video quality from 2008 on our website. Yet while a bit grainy, Aaron certainly gets the message across providing a great demonstration on how to get your technique right when using AOK PhysioRoller in various ways.

Sitting at a desk, driving or in an otherwise sedentary lifestyle causes stiffness and poor posture that leads to inefficient breathing. Using Aaron's breathing technique in the video helps calm the nervous system. This has the added advantage of helping to manage stress.

Aaron shows us how to use our foam roller to release muscles along the spine and fascia. All while increasing bloodflow throughout the body, activates the lymph system so toxins can be flushed from the system. He shows the correct way to roll off for those who are still strengthening the core.

He recommends using a foam roller for at least five minutes each day and says it is ideal to use before bed. Guiding the audience on what to do if you are experiencing pain, we agree with Aaron's suggestion to find a good chiropractor, physiotherapist or other practitioner to treat any painful condition.

PhysioRoller comes in a range of colours, sizes and lengths and is a fantastic tool to use to warm the body up before a workout. Recent client feedback is the 30cm version is great for travel. AOK has the EPP Foam Roller which is a bit firmer. There is also a half roller that remains perfectly still when being used. ALL come with an exercise instruction sheet.

PhysioRollers can be used in conjunction with other exercise equipment, such as mediBall, MaxBall (both of which are great desk chairs) or duraDisc to further enhance kinesthetic and proprioceptive feedback.

To purchase your PhysioRoller, mediBall and a Yoga Mat for cushioning and smooth rolling go to www.aokhealth.com. AOK ships orders direct to you worldwide via our contactless delivery service and we have a phone and collect service available at the Newcastle Showroom. To place a phone order please call us on 1300790900.

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Aaron shares some flexibility and recovery techniques utilizing the foam roller to keep the body in tune.

22/10/2021

The Acumat® is an ergonomic acupressure mat that massages your feet or entire body at work, rest or play. Yes you can lay on Acumat for a great massage.

The Acumat® is the first fitness and recovery accessory of its type to be launched onto the world market. A Washable Hygenic Walkway Acumat is suitable for children and the narrow version can be used with a walking frame to promote a stronger Acupressure effect for the elderly too.

The unique design is derived from an extensive knowledge of human anatomy and movement, to create an active surface that adapts to your movement while stimulating acupressure points on all parts of your body that contact the Acumat®.

Positive effects of Acumat® use include enhanced neuro-muscular feedback, coordination, circulation and muscle tone. Accelerating the reduction of muscle pain, tension & fatigue during exercise recovery phases this tool is great for rehabilitation.

There are many studies that show walking barefoot on surfaces such as the Acumat Sensory Walkway will give positive health benefits in as little as 6 weeks. Help improve strength and stability, reduce ankle, knee and hip pain while also reducing the risk of falls.

To purchase your Acumat visit our website via the link. We can ship worldwide via our contactless delivery service. Or use our phone and collect service from the Newcastle Showroom by calling our friendly team on 1300 790 900.

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