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Exercising safely for knee and hip pain

Defence Force training, exercises and deployment can place significant strain on some veterans’ lower body, leading to the development of knee and hip pain.

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Understanding gambling addictions and how to find support

Gambling can start as entertainment, but for some veterans it can become difficult to control, affecting mental and physical health, relationships, finances and everyday life.

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A guide for exercising with chronic pain

Movement and physical activity are recommended for most people living with chronic pain. However, exercising for pain is not the same as exercising for fitness, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it.

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Supporting men's core-beliefs after Defence

Many men delay care, often because they feel they should be able to “handle it” themselves. This behaviour may unhelpfully shape their core-beliefs – leading men to suffer in silence. But there is support available.

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Building healthy movement habits after service

Transitioning out of the Defence Force can see veterans face a range of new challenges and adjusting to a new fitness mindset can be tricky to manage – starting with the basics is a good step forward.

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When trauma and control overlap in relationships

Healthy relationships rely on trust, respect and open communication. For people living with complex trauma, such as veterans, relationships can become harder to navigate.