Have fun, do a run

Going for a run can be quite challenging at times. But combine it with some friends and a good cause and you might find it fun! 

Fun runs are becoming an increasingly popular activity across Brisbane and are easy to join.

Deadly author and ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation Dr Anita Heiss [pictured] has joined several fun runs with friends to raise money for charities.

She says within weeks of running she felt fitter and healthier and helped contribute to a program providing books for children in remote communities.

Listen to her story here. 

For a list of running events across Queensland click here.

Challenge yourself

Want to set yourself a goal?  Why not have a go at the Bridge to Brisbane run?  Read more here.

An extra pinch of salt gives many meals that extra flavour. Too much salt is proven to be bad for your heart, though.

Now, the Heart Foundation is warning us to watch out for hidden salt in processed foods.

Without knowing, you could be eating over three times the recommended amount of salt, increasing your risk of a heart attack.

Listen here to Maria Packard from the Heart Foundation who says governments should play their role and make processed foods healthier.  

For some tips check out this Heart Foundation guide.

And for more deadly info check out Arthur's health message here.

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Running, swimming and yoga are not the only things you can do to stay healthy and active.

Why not become creative and join an acrobatic group?

Mark Sheppard is a top Indigenous performer who likes to keep fit by stretching, amongst other things.

In his story here, he describes what he likes to do to keep moving and stay fit.

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Move is funded under the Local Community Campaigns through the 

Australian Government Department of Health.  The campaign seeks to address the prevalence of  chronic diseases amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Click here to read more about our local campaign.