Wellness
The Noosa Triathlon Is Returning In 2025, Here’s Everything You Need To Know
We’ve sussed out everything you need to know to ensure you’re ready to hit the the ground running in 2025.
How To Nail The Essentials For Better Sex, According To An Expert
We asked sex therapist Aleks Trkulja to break down the essentials to achieving a safe and fulfilling sex life.
Unpacking The Label, How Activist James Parr Is Dismantling Stereotypes This Year And Beyond
James is a proud triathlete, model, actor, disability advocate, Wiradjuri man and lululemon’s newest Ambassador. He shares lived experiences to champion inclusion and representation in media and fashion. Here, in partnership with lululemon, he unpacks how to dismantle stereotypes this year and beyond.
Sukha Skin And Wellness
A sanctuary of calm above busy Albion Road, Sukha Skin And Wellness is the place to go if you want to walk out with more than just your skin glowing.
Plunge Bathhouse & Recovery Centre
Plunge Bathhouse & Recovery has just opened in Redcliffe, inviting us all to soak, relax and rejuvenate.
EMF Performance & Recovery Centre
With locations across Queensland and NSW, EMF has been making waves in the health and fitness world thanks to their mega wellness hubs, which combine everything from gym equipment and group classes to contrast therapy, meditation rooms and co-working spaces. While south and northsiders have been able to experience their performance centres for a while now at Springfield, North Lakes, Browns Plains and Mango Hill, city workers can also now achieve peak wellness with a brand new mega fitness centre arriving in the CBD.
We Spoke To Sex Therapist Chantelle Otten About Sex And Intimacy—Here’s What She Told Us
Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate.
5 Beauty Trends For A More Sustainable Skin Care Routine, 2024 Edition
This year, instead of pushing new trends and treatments on you, we’re here to help you responsibly enhance your routines.
Meet The Nutrient-Packed Supplement Changing The Hangover Game
Forget the electrolyte, Coke-Zero and Panadol line up, a new hangover remedy has officially entered the group chat.
Merse Wellness Spa
Carving a little time out of your day for self-care just got easier for northsiders with the opening of Merse Wellness Spa, a luxe new destination for relaxation and recuperation. Landing on Sandgate Road in Virginia, here you can soak, steam, float and cold plunge to your heart’s content, in a state-of-the-art facility focused on holistic wellbeing.
City Cave
More than just a float destination, City Cave is your ultimate relaxation retreat. Their state-of-the-art Brisbane wellness centres offer a whole host of services to heal and revitalise every facet of your being, from float therapy and infared saunas to remedial, sports, pregnancy and relaxation massages.
Soak Bathhouse
We're finally going to live out our dreams of weekly spa and sauna sessions, thanks a stunning open-air bathhouse in West End. The Gold Coast's Soak Bathhouse has opened a second wellness centre in Brisbane, this one on the rooftop of West Village. Yes, a rooftop bathhouse.
Catch Chantelle Otten And Dylan Alcott At The Huge Wellness Summit Hitting Brisbane
In 2025, award-winning luxury wellness brand KAILO is bringing us a stellar four-day wellness experience in collaboration with Gwenyth Paltrow’s clean beauty brand, goop.
Here’s How To Go All In On Those Frosty Mornings, According To Our Team
Whether it's hitting the waves for a sunrise surf or rugging up for a pre-work 5km, going ‘all in’ in the mornings is how our in-house early birds get those endorphins flowing right from the get-go.
This Opulent New Bathhouse Will Make You Feel Like You’ve Escaped To Europe
Forget mineral plunge pools in Budapest and steamy saunas in Switzerland, Brisbane’s latest luxury bathhouse is where you’ll find the ultimate sanctuary for R&R this winter.
Vikasati
These days, we know it's not enough to just focus on either our diet, our fitness or our mental wellbeing—holistic wellness means looking after every aspect of our inner and outer health. Red Hill's Vikasati understands the importance of this, so they've created a space where you can work on all three under one roof, including a gym, cafe and a stunning new bathhouse.
TotalFusion Morningside
After a long wait, TotalFusion is finally opening in Morningside on 1 February. If you're familiar with the TotalFusion brand, you'll know that this isn't just any gym. With state-of-the-art group training rooms (and classes you won't find anywhere else), boujee shower rooms, recovery spaces and an enthusiastic team of trainers and staff, it's easy to see why it has a cult following—and now east siders can get a piece of the action.
TH7
Calling all athletes, gym junkies and anyone in need of a good self-care session—TH7 has brought brought elite performance and recovery wellness to Brisbane. Landing in West End, this recovery and wellness centre is giving everyone access to the same cutting-edge knowledge, techniques, and equipment that professional athletes use to recover faster—whether you're a dedicated athlete or not.
6 Ways To Decompress Outdoors This Winter That’ll Get Your Blood Pumping
To help you get out there in the colder months, we teamed up with Kathmandu to uncover a fresh slew of outdoor activities that'll fend off the frost.
4 Of The Best Wellness Experiences You Need To Try In Hong Kong
Vacays don’t have to be all about pounding the pavement to check off a list of tourist hotspots. Sometimes (read: often), it’s the perfect opportunity to slow down and recharge your batteries. Fortunately, Hong Kong is the dream destination for doing just that, with a slew of truly soul-nourishing experiences on offer.
8 Of Brisbane’s Best Running Tracks To Get Your Heart Pumping
Sick of staring at the boring, grey face of a treadmill? Well, it turns out Brisbane is home to some pretty special running tracks, offering you access to the great outdoors, fresh air and a whole lot of beautiful views and scenery.
Fluidform
With a signature class and programming style created by founder Kirsten King, Fluidform pilates is known in NSW for its highly personalised and specialised offering—and we now have a location in Brisbane. Offering small group classes and individual sessions in an intimate but stylish studio, Fluidform covers everything from Reformer, Barre and Mat to Pre and Postnatal sessions and even mums and bubs classes.
Pilgrim Hot Yoga
Looking to turn up the heat and sweat out those nasty party toxins? Well, Pilgrim Hot Yoga is where it’s at. Located on bustling Fish Lane in South Brisbane, Pilgrim is dedicated to making you sweat, sweat, sweat.
Sculpt Barre And Pilates
If you’ve ever attempted a barre class, you’ll know that they are a hell of a lot harder than they look—and after one session at Newstead’s new Sculpt Barre And Pilates, you’ll be feeling the burn in muscles you never knew you had.
Australia’s Best Hikes And Walks You Need To Conquer
Dig out the CamelBak you bought in 2001, invest in some super tough band aids, and drop your adventure pin on any of Australia's best hikes and walks.
13 Of The Best Places For A Massage In Brisbane
If you’re twitching with nervous exhaustion, read on for the skinny on where to get a damn good massage in Brisbane.
This Dreamy New Mediterranean-Inspired Bathhouse Is Opening On The North Side Soon
Landing in Lutwyche at the end of April, Contro Wellness will be a stunning, Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary where you can find a slice of calm, no matter what your preferred form of relaxation looks like.
Artisan Clinic Bulimba
Located on Oxford Street in Bulimba, Artisan Skin Clinics is the ultimate relaxation retreat with skilled and medically-trained therapists working magic on your skin.
Artisan Aesthetic Clinic
Step into Artisan Aesthetic Clinic's sleek Gasworks digs and you'll think you're in a luxury day spa. Light-filled, with elegant design details everywhere you look, and with a menu that offers the most progressive and state-of-the-art treatments, this medi clinic-slash-beauty bar needs to be on your permanent radar.
Kula Health
Tucked away in Newstead, the team at Kula Health are legit helping us achieve our health goals. Offering a wealth of muscular, health and naturopath treatments, this one-stop health and wellness boutique quite literally has your back, encouraging us to move, think well, and be mindful—pretty much encouraging us to be the best version that we can be of ourselves.
Get Moving In 2024 With This All-Encompassing Gym Membership
Eliminate barriers of resistance—and find a gym that hits all the right notes.
This Luxe Brisbane Beauty Spa Was Just Named One Of The World’s Best
From their BBL laser treatments that targets ageing, sun-damaged and compromised skin, to their skin needling, PDO threads and exclusive Biologigue Recherche body treatments only available in Australia at KAILO, there’s an endless array of experiences that can be tailored to your exact needs for dreamy plump skin and healthy nurtured insides too.
Period Pain Sucks—Meet The New Plant-Based Pain Relief Solution Changing The Game
We have good news, you no longer have to be held hostage by your period.
Bardon Yoga
Yoga can be intimidating. When you’re not exactly at pretzel levels of flexibility, it’s easy to feel like you could never muster up the courage to attend a class. Plus, they can often cost more than a week’s rent—which is never ideal.
River Tree Health
Ok, so we’re all guilty of ignoring niggling, ongoing health issues. Life’s just too hectic sometimes—and if it hasn’t knocked us flat, it can wait, right? But at the end of the day, we know that our health is the most important thing we have—and that shouldn’t just mean waiting until we’re actually unwell before addressing anything that’s making us feel anything less than our best self!
Vital Dental Care
“Going to the dentist” can have scary connotations. But why? The less you go, the potentially worse your teeth *situation* can get—so, going (reasonably) often has gotta be a good thing… right? Especially when they’re pretty much the opposite of everything unpleasant about dentists. Enter, Vital Dental Care in Camp Hill: the dental destination of your dreams (not your nightmares).
Find Peak Relaxation At This Luxe Brisbane Head Spa
We don’t know about you, but Japanese head spas are all over our feeds at the moment, with people finding peak relaxation thanks to the blissful treatment. If you’ve been dying to try it for yourself and find out if it’s just as good as TikTok makes out it is, we can confirm it’s the most blissful experience you’ll ever have in your life—and you can do it right here in Brisbane at Atama Head Spa.
Lean Into A Spa Day And Improve Your Sleep At The Gold Coast’s New Luxe Bathhouse
Nestled along the stunning Kirra Beachfront, Native State is the Gold Coast’s premier bathhouse destination offering steam and soak experiences that are guaranteed to have you feeling in a state of zen.
Brisbane’s North Side Just Scored A Stunning New Wellness Spa
Carving a little time out of your day for self-care just got easier for northsiders with the opening of Merse Wellness Spa, a luxe new destination for relaxation and recuperation.
Petrichor Day Spa
Hawthorne's newest organic heath and wellness day spa, Petrichor is soothing all our stresses away. Located in a stunning Scandi-style Queenslander, this inner-city sanctuary is just what you need: soothing, quiet, relaxing, and the botanical smell—heavenly!
Yoga Bones
Yoga Bones in Paddington offers a unique style of yoga that works the entire body and brings you into the present moment. Owner Kaya captures the heart of her clients and allows everyone to find their inner peace—something we could all do with a little more of! Classes go for 60-75 minutes, ensuring a session at Yoga Bones will heal your weary mind. Yoga Bones will make you fall in love with taking care of your mind, body and spirt. Nameste.
From Slow Flows To Noughties Pop Rides, 8 Peloton Workouts To Try In 2024
If the new year has left you re-setting your goals and searching for more motivation, it might be time to switch it up in favour of a fitness routine you’ll actually keep.
Peloton Global Instructor Tunde Oyeneyin On Creating A Workout Routine You’ll Actually Keep
Here’s what the motivational Instructor taught us to help you smash your fitness goals in 2024.
Cunnamulla Hot Springs Is About To Be Queensland’s Newest Artesian Baths Destination
Coming to southern Queensland soon is the Cunnamulla Hot Springs, a stunning new hot springs destination where ultimate relaxation is guaranteed.
Beyond Rest
Floating has become all the rage lately. And, like most trends, Brisbane seems to be one of the last to catch on. Beyond Rest will be opening its tanks on January 31st, so stay tuned for more details as they come. Floating is said to help reach total relaxation, ease arthritis pain, and pretty much fix whatever ales you. If you're kind of terrified, don't worry — you can keep the lights on!
One Wybelenna
One Wybelenna is nestled in a beautiful corner of Brookfield. Upon arrival at this gorgeous day spa you enter a state of blissed out calmness, and that’s before you even set foot through the door.
Total Fusion Platinum, Brisbane’s Boujiest Gym, Has Its Own Rooftop Wellness Centre And Day Spa
Total Fusion has reachied new fitspo heights with an incredible new Rooftop Wellness Precinct being added to their Newstead gym.
Pay $5 A Class At This Game-Changing Boutique Reformer Pilates Studio
Pronto Pilates has expanded from its slick Melbourne studios to treat us pilates devotees across Perth and Brisbane.
Take A Dip At These Local Swimming Pools For Just $2 All Summer
Hanging out for a dip? This summer Brisbane City Council is discounting general entry fees to only $2 for all 22 council pools.
Escape Hunt
Hands up if you’re bored in Brisbane? Yup, thought so. We love our little city, but, though we hate to admit it, sometimes she can be a little on the same-old, same-old side, if you catch our drift. Enter: Escape Hunt Brisbane. If you fancy yourself a bit of a sleuth, count Law and Order SUV as your most watched show, or know a thing or two about Facebook stalking we think you’re going to love Escape Hunt.
Float Brisbane
Float Brisbane, in Lutwyche, is one of Brisbane’s best-kept wellness secrets. If you haven’t heard of floating, don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Float Brisbane is an oasis of calm; expect world class Float Lab chambers (Robert Downey Jnr has one) that provide natural therapy championed for its stress-relief, muscle relaxation and productivity benefits.
Ground Collective
Ground Collective in Paddington is your one-stop shop for all things wellness, and ticks the boxes of life’s true essentials; self-care, nutrition and exercise. Offering a holistic approach to living a healthy lifestyle, the Ground Collective is comprised of a number of local businesses under one roof, including Eden Skin Clinic and Day Spa, Fire Flow Yoga, Pilates and The Common Whole Foods. Serving up delicious healthy meals and snacks in the cafe, inspiring yoga classes at Fire Flow, and stunning day spa facilities at Eden, Ground Collective is the ideal place to workout, eat, chill and beautify.
Save Cash This Holiday Season With These At-Home Beauty And Self Care Treatments
With help from Philips, we’ve curated a list of tips to level-up your already loyal routine.
Our Team-Approved Guide To Combating Dandruff
With help from Chemist Warehouse we’ve curated a list of tips and tricks so you can ditch the cap and confidently sashay your locks year round.
The 4 Signs Of Burnout And How You Can Prevent It
The way we live can be taking a dramatic toll on our overall wellbeing.
Molten Store
Beautiful, dainty and ethereal creations await at Molten Store's new home on James Street. Expect eye-catching jewellery, on trend accessories and good vibes all round. Head to their new store this weekend to snag a gift bag with purchase from some super talented brands. You can also find Molten Store at Carindale.
Pressed x Nodo
Health food champions Nodo Donuts and Pressed juices have joined forces in a match made in organic, gluten-free, mouth-watering heaven. Located on Elizabeth Street in the CBD, all of your favourites from both culinary teams are available, with the added bonus of Barefoot Barista coffee grinding up your morning brew, which basically means this is your new daily drop-in for brekky on the go. Doughnuts for breakfast? Now we're talking!
Caloundra Street Fair
Pack your sun hat, put petrol in your car, and set a course north for a morning at the Caloundra Street Fair. On every Sunday from 8am (earlybirds will appreciate) and cracking on until 1pm, the Caloundra Street Fair is the perfect way to spend a day up the coast, stuffifng your face with great food and spending up a storm on local gems.
Try Park Pilates, HIIT And Boxing Classes For Free This Week
With all-year-round summer vibes and sprawling green spaces, Brisbane is the ideal city to kick-start your wellness journey in the great outdoors.
From Chasing Waterfalls To Outdoor Treks, Our Top Australian Adventures For 2023
As the weather warms up across the country, even us extreme homebodies are itching for adventure. We want sun, fresh air, and breathtaking natural beauty that makes us forget our worries. Ready to hit the trails and become reacquainted with mother nature?
Where To Snorkel A Shipwreck, Hike And Jetski In Brisbane This Summer
Calling all adventure-seekers, Brisbane is a city brimming with 'pinch me' active experiences that will get your blood pumping and your socials popping.
All Real Food
Brisbane-based food supplier, All Real Food's ethos is to make us locals love our food again! Counjouring up delicious organic, gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian options for on-the-go, All Real Food has created a menu that is designed to be good for you, while tasting great. How good!
Yoga Everyday
What sets this hip new Brisbane yoga studio apart is that they've created a space where you can feel at ease, moving away from the chanting and customaries of traditional yoga and setting their contemporary studio in a funky industrial warehouse.
JS-PT
JS-PT provides high quality, tailored physical training and nutritional coaching for businesses and individuals. Located in Milton, this Brisbane personal training service offers small group training, nutritional coaching, corporate wellness, and one-on-one training, and is a must-try if you need to get your body movin' this year.
6 Ways To Improve Your Gut Health, According To HBF Dietitian, Mary du Heaume
We asked dietitian, Mary du Heaume to spill the digestively-soothing tea on the best things you can do today to potentially improve your gut health. This is what she said.
6 Ways To Support Your Mental Wellbeing By Boosting Your Social Connectedness
Staying socially connected IRL is a fantastic way to boost your mental health and balance the winter blues. It doesn’t mean stacking your social calendar solid until September, but rather making socialising a priority alongside other self-care rituals like exercise.
Master Your Stress Levels For Good With Our Beginner’s Guide To Breathwork
We’re leaving anxiety behind in 2023 and focusing on embracing this new year stress free, so we’ve put together a how-to on breathwork to set you up for success.
Inna Bliss Yoga
Inna Bliss Yoga in Bulimba is a beautiful yoga studio on Brisbane's east, specialising in different types of yoga for every level and need. Whether it's beginner, Vinyasa, pregnancy, kids, or mums and bubs yoga you're looking for, Inna Bliss has you covered. One membership also gives you access to their other location in Camp Hill. Check their website for class times.
Evolve Organic
Evolve Organic in Newstead is the go-to Brisbane cafe for delectable smoothies, juices, breakfast and healthy lunch options. This cold-pressed juice and raw food cafe has a delicious and creative menu that caters to all levels of juice appreciation.
More Wholefoods
More Wholefoods is a super-foodie haven tucked up underneath the Endeavour Colleges building on the corner of Wickham and Ballow Streets in Fortitude Valley.
8 Reasons A Visit To A Dietitian May Be Valuable For You, According To HBF Dietitian Mary du Heaume
We reached out to HBF Dietitian, Mary du Heaume, to fill us in on exactly what a dietitian does, who they do it for, and how it might benefit you.
6 Genius Preventative Health Measures To Take In Your 30s That Will Pay Off
As part of The Well, we’ve teamed up with health experts HBF, to create the ultimate health checklist—millennials, take note.
How To Work Out What Health Insurance Extras You Do And Don’t Need
We’ve teamed up with private health insurer, HBF to suss out how you can make the most of your health insurance. Take note.
SoHo Yoga Grange
Gorgeous northside yoga studio, SoHo Yoga in Grange is a relaxing haven away from the world, ideal for taking some 'me' time. This boutique yoga space offers a variety of yogas, including vinyasa, yin, restorative, beginners, kids yoga and monthly themed workshops.
Perfect Potion
Perfect Potion is a sanctuary for the senses with an organic range, natural skincare, and aromatherapy products.
Wray Organic
With the quality of organic produce in stores dwindling, Deborah Wray decided to open her own organic grocer, Wray Organic. With several branches around town, all promoting their own niche of organic finds, Wray Organic offers gourmet food for the vegan, gluten and dairy intolerant as well as organic fresh fruit and vegetables.
5 Ways To Keep Your Body Feeling Its Best When You Work A Desk Job
As part of The Well, in partnership with HBF, we’ve wrapped up some top tips on how to keep your body moving throughout the day to support your overall wellbeing and keep it feeling its best all week long.
4 Signs You Might Need To Change Up Your Skincare Routine
How to tell if your skincare routine might need shaking up.
5 Reasons Why An Ice Bath May Help To Enhance Your Workout Recovery
Here’s our breakdown of the potential benefits of ice baths and how to get started to support your recovery game and overall wellbeing.
The Green Edge
The Green Edge is an all-vegan grocery store and cafe in Windsor. Stocking a huge range of raw, fresh, pre packed and frozen goods, this is a gluten and lactose intolerant haven. Think dairy free milkshakes and smoothies, freshly made juices, vegan cakes and slices, and vegan burgers!
Pilates Studio 64
Pilates Studio 64 in Albany Creek offers a modern studio where pilates-goers enjoy state of the art equipment, the latest training methods and personal attention from the experienced and qualified team.
The Body Refinery | New Farm
Look after your body with a trip to The Body Refinery in New Farm. Home to some of the best massage, physio, and pilates in Brisbane, we suggest visiting the higly-trained staff who are dedicated to teaching precise movement, poise, and alignment to improve your vitality, performance, and wellbeing.
5 Reasons You Might Benefit From A Life Coach
A life coach provides support, guidance, and accountability, helping you make meaningful changes in your life that lead to your idea of success.
Here’s How To Keep The Conversation Rolling Around R U OK? Day
With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.
Here’s How To Give Seasonal Depression The Boot This Winter
Ready to commit to your wellbeing? Welcome to The Well, your go-to destination for all the inspiration you need to live the best version of yourself through evidence-based health tips from health professionals. In partnership with private health insurer, HBF, we’re helping you tap into a few things you could be doing right now to get the most out of 2023 and beyond.
Bare Therapies
Bare Therapies in Alderley value all the right things when it comes to running an efficient beauty salon. For services that are guaranteed to be environmentally sustainable, professional, friendly, and great value you can't look past Bare Therapies!
Vive Health
Organic whole foods, health supplements, natural beauty and cleaning products - Vive Health, in Hawthorne, has it all! The eastsider's go-to for all things health related, Vive makes living clean, easy peasy.
Health Squared Toowong
Healthshop@Toowong, located in Toowong Village Shopping Centre, is filled with innovative health products, organic foods, and supplements. Healthy westsiders frequent this wellness hub to stock up on the goodies that keep them glowing.
6 Meaningful Ways to Give Back To Your Local Community
Set yourself a pledge to give back. Volunteering your time and effort is a rewarding, warm-fuzzy experience. The positives are endless: you’ll experience a sense of purpose, learn new skills, and connect with cool new peeps.
13 Of Brisbane’s Most Beautiful Yoga Studios
If you’ve been looking for a great excuse to try a yoga class or get back into it, we’ve found some of Brisbane’s most beautiful yoga studios to help you out.
How To Meditate If You’re A Total Beginner
We thought we’d get some expert tips on how to add meditation to your daily routine, and what you should be doing when you finally sit down to clear your mind.
Four Seasons Organics
Four Seasons Organics in Samford, is a Brisbane grocer that's home to an abundance of beautiful, fresh produce (including organic vegetables, meat, dairy, and seafood), as well as other bulk products, healthy treats, and safe products for the body and the home.
Sole Indulgence
In the quiet suburb of Aspley, Sole Indulgence is one place to truly put your feet up! Specialising in Reflexology and pedicures, an hour at Sole Indulgence is sure to have your stress sorted out and have those toes ready for some twinkling. Reflexology is renowned for its ability to reduce stress, improve sleep and boost lymphatic function. Relax to the sounds of soothing music while your treatment takes place.
Inna Bliss Yoga
Inna Bliss in Camp Hill is a yoga studio with a difference. Offering a range of different classes, in a beautiful, airy space, Inna Bliss is the perfect spot for a bit of Brisbane yoga R&R. Specialising in beginner, Vinyasa, pregnancy, mums and bubs, and kids classes. Grab a membership and get access to their two other locations (Bulimba and Wynnum). Check out their website for class times.
6 Foodie Hacks To Help You Spend Less But Experience More
Keen to eat delicious food but spend less? We’ve teamed up with AGL to share some top hacks you need to know about to make positive changes and save some coin at the breakfast, lunch and dinner table.
Why We Run: 6 Urban List Staff On Why They Run And What Keeps Them Going
To get your motivation moving, and to celebrate the launch of the FuelCell Propel v4 running shoe, we’ve teamed up with New Balance to take a dive into what gets Urban List’s biggest running fans laced up on the regular.
Slow Down Your Day-To-Day With These Simple Life Hacks
Finding yourself caught in the hustle and bustle? Turn things down a notch to prioritise your health and wellbeing. You don’t need to turn your entire life on its head—a few simple changes can make a world of difference.
Inna Bliss Yoga
Inna Bliss in Wynnum is a modern yoga studio in a gorgeous Brisbane setting, perfect for the beginner to the advanced yoga student. Inna Bliss has a range of classes to suit all skill levels, and also incorporates pregnancy yoga, kids yoga, and mums and bubs yoga into their schedule. Check out their other locations, at Camp Hill and Bulimba, as well. For class times, consult their website.
Body & Soul Spa Retreat | Mount Cotton
We all deserve a bit of pampering every now and then, and Body & Soul Spa Retreat is more than happy to oblige. With two locations in Queensland, the Mount Cotton spa is home to an amazing array of ways to get yourself well and truly pampered and relaxed.
Turning Point Acupuncture
Turning Point Acupuncture in Ashgrove specialise in the ancient form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Whether you're suffering from something as simple as neck pain, or even the more painful ailments like nausea, the highly qualified owner/ practitioner Julie is sure to alleviate your pains. So we recommend you get yourself down there and treat yourself to pain free days. There are also chinese herbs, and cupping therapies available.
Balance, Boundaries And Believing In Your Work With Musician, Eves Karydas
Two things that often go hand in hand are live music and alcohol. From festival benders to a quiet beer at catching your new favourite band, seeing live shows can feel synonymous with having a drink—but it doesn't have to be that way.
Rule Breaking And Rebelling: How This Melbourne Barbershop Is Changing The Hairstyling Game For Good
We sat down with Little Rebel Barbershop owner, Rhia Rebel, to find out how they run their cutting-edge business.
5 Positive Health Benefits To Expect After Cutting Back On Booze
While we like to have a cheeky tipple here and there, boozing too much on the regular can lead to lingering health issues.
Alba Therapies
The team at Alba Therapies in Carina Heights have got you covered when it comes to Traditional Chinese medicine and starting a family. With Practitioners specializing in fields such as fertilility, IVF and even early Childhood issues, Alba is your go to clinic for your natural medicine needs.
Body & Soul Acupuncture Clinic
The team at Body & Soul Acupuncture Clinic are certainly experts at weilding the oh-so-delicate needles brandished by acupuncturists since Lao Tzu was a clean-shaven young lad (and probably before).
Body & Soul Spa Retreat | Mount Cotton
The flagship store of the Body & Soul Spa Retreat, the Mount Cotton location offers a plethora of beauty services and has been established in Brisbane's East for more than 13 years.
6 Ways To Cut Back On Drinking If You Want 2023 To Be Less Boozy
Looking for 2023 to be a bit less boozy, we’ve got you! And no, you don’t have to go cold turkey (if you don’t want to).
Sealed Section | Your Guide To Queer-Friendly Sex Toys
The gay Olympics, AKA WorldPride, has arrived in Sydney, and this is my guide on how to make sex toys queer-friendly, and fun in a non-gendered way.
The Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Meal Delivery You Need To Try In 2023
Found: A better way to meet your health and money goals.
Lifestar Nutrition & Exercise Physiology
Lifestar Nutrition and Exercise Physiology has multiple practices across Brisbane, including West End, Arana Hills, and Kallangur. Made up of a team of passionate Accredited Practising Dietitians, Sports Dietitians and Exercise Physiologists, Lifestar are dedicated to helping their clients reach maximum potential and performance, whilst maintaining optimum well-being. For customised nutrition plans, exercise programs, professional advice and support, you can't go past Lifestar.
Body Organics
With a range of pilates classes to suit a variety of needs, as well as Hatha Yoga, Core Align, physiotherapy, accupuncture, podiatry and a host of other services desgined to make you feel great, Body Organics are your one stop shop for all things feel good.
Cutting Edge
The team at Cutting Edge in Milton are a highly skilled and experienced group of health and lifestyle professionals, trained to help you build and create your new healthy lifestyle (no silly fad diets here!).
Sealed Section | The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Toolkit
Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with partners, Galentines with your friends, or solo self-love, V-Day is a chance to add to the pleasure toolkit.
7 Easy Ways To Treat Yourself Now The Gift-Giving Season Is Over
Annnd that’s a wrap. The festive season is behind us. While there are no more presents sitting enticingly below the tree, there’s no need to put a stop to the treats. Make time for yourself and seek moments of indulgence and bliss—no matter how big or small.
5 Easy Ways To Boost Your Confidence Before Your Next Night Out
February is just around the corner which means Valentine’s Day is too. And whether you celebrate it with your mates or a date, the day calls for special nights out with people you love.
Stretch Yoga
Want to escape to Nirvana on your lunch hour? Dishing out some of the best yoga in Brisbane, Stretch Yoga in the CBD if perfectly located for corporate cats (and anyone) looking to unwind.
No More Knots
Established in 1988, No More Knots in Taringa boasts a team of 25 highly qualified therapists, all ready to look after your body. Specialising in remedial massage, and musculoskeletal therapy, No More Knots will have you pain free in no time!
Raw Power Yoga
A crowd favourite, Raw Power Yoga studios have a distinctly community feel about them. Their Albion studio boasts a gorgeous space with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights and a vibrant murial, all combinging to create a relaxing ambiance ideal for perfecting your poses. Classes include Raw Yin, Raw Power, Long, Slow & Deep and Raw Alignment, to name a few.
Start 2023 Strong With These Healthy Ready Made Meals
Whether you're training for an important sporting event, a new parent juggling endless responsibilities, or a time-poor professional, this will help you start 2023 off strong.
The Joy Of Performing And Embracing Spontaneity With Producer, Kid Fiction
For artists like Isaac who are drawn to creating, music is undeniably in their blood, so we've teamed up with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to dive a little deeper and uncover the passion for collaboration, live performance and a drive to contribute to the world around him that pump an unmistakable rhythm through his veins.
Finding Creativity Through Routine And The Importance Of Giving Back With Memphis LK
We’ve linked up with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to take you on a deep dive into Australian artists with music in their blood, and there’s no better place to start than with LK (her dad is Paul Kelly, and if that doesn’t suggest she was born with music flowing through her veins, we don’t know what does.)
World Record Holder And Paralympian, Michael Roeger On The Joy Of Running
As part of The Run Up, we chatted to Michael about his journey—what keeps him coming back to running time and again despite the challenges, what it’s like to represent your country on the global stage, and what it is that makes him run happy.
Gold-Medalist Ellia Green On The Value Of Sharing And His Journey To Running Happy
As part of The Run Up, a project to unearth the stories of some of Australia's most passionate runners to get you motivated to lace up, we chatted to Green about why he values running so highly and the role it has played in his past as well as shaping his future.
Ultra Marathon Champion Jacqui Bell On Conquering Challenges One Step At A Time
As part of The Run Up, a project to unearth the stories of some of Australia's most passionate runners to get you motivated to lace up, we chatted to Bell about what sparked a passion for this extreme sport, what motivated her to tackle a world-first challenge, and how the physical act of running ties in crucial to her mental and overall wellbeing.
How One Run Turned Into A Life-Changing Passion With Attica Sous Chef, George Wintle
From community and structure, to how life has changed in the whirlwind eighteen months since that first run, we chat with Wintle about his run up into a new passion.
Lean Into Summer Flavours With These 3 Easy Recipes From Icebergs Head Chef, Alex Prichard
We’ve teamed up with Icebergs Dining Room and Bar head chef, Alex Prichard to bring you three winning recipes that harness the flavour of one of summer’s MVP’s, the Kumato® tomato.
Show Your Partner A Little Love With These 6 Gestures That Won’t Cost You A Coin
Inspired by the power of the Post-it note to spark a spicey vibe in the new Paramount+ series, The Flatshare, we’ve scoped out our fave ways to show your partner some love for free and let the romance and good vibes flow.
Bliss Out At The Best Places To Float In Brisbane
Being a functioning human in the world who has like, a job, and rent and parking tickets (so many parking tickets, whyyy) is hard, which is why we’ve been looking for ways to de-stress other than adding another wine to the nightly rotation.
Here Are 6 Ways To Reconnect With Your Housemates When Life Gets Busy
Taking inspo from Paramount+’s new rom-com series, The Flatshare, we’ve pulled together six ways you can slowdown and reconnect with your roomies amongst everyone’s busy schedules.
Sealed Section | How To Orgasm
This sealed section is for those with vulvas who struggle to orgasm. If this is you, there are three things I want you to know (the fundamentals of which can be explored if you’re not a vulva owner, too).
5 Ways I Invested In My Health, Wealth And Happiness In One Week
I decided to spend a week investing in my own health, wealth and happiness to set me up for long-term success.
I Spent A Week Embracing A More Sustainable Morning Routine, Here’s What I Learned
Producer Caitlin Booth takes spent a week embracing more sustainable practices, drawing inspiration from 7-Eleven’s recent sustainable glow-up.
Sealed Section | How To Use Sex Toys
Welcome to The Sealed Section, with certified sex therapist and clinical counsellor, Aleksandra Trkulja. This is your modern guide to better sex and better intimate relationships and today we're talking, sex toys and self-pleasure.
Soak Bathhouse Just Opened In West End For Rooftop Spa And Sauna Sessions
The Gold Coast's Soak Bathhouse has opened a second wellness centre in Brisbane, this one on the rooftop of West Village. Yes, a rooftop bathhouse.
We Tried 7 Mindfulness Apps And Here’s What We Found
We delved into the world of mindfulness and meditation apps and here's what we found.
How To Bulk Out Your Gratitude Practice If Journaling Isn’t For You
From walking to cooking to a simple thank you, this module of Reason Reason is all about gratitude.
How To Get Out Of Weekend Plans When You’d Rather Stay Home
Sometimes the best thing to do is stay home.
Our Top Tips On Managing Burnout At Work If The Flames Are Tickling Your Toes
Cashing in your AL and going on vacay might seem tempting, but these tips will help your craft a healthy foundation for dealing with burnout in the long run.
These Are Katie Martin’s Top Three Workouts For When You’ve Only Got 15 Minutes To Spare
A sweaty shred, strength training or hitting the pavement, it's up to you.
Give Hangxiety The Flick With These 6 Booze-Free Mate Date Ideas
From a Gelato tour to taking it slow with your fave hobbies, there are plenty of options to leave the hangover at the pub.
Here Are 5 Top Tips To Become A Goal-Setting Pro
We share tips on how to implement achievable goals, ahead of Reason Season with Rob and Lachlan from Funny Business.
Our 6 Fave Reads To Help You Disconnect And Wind Down
As part of the Evenings module for Reason Season, these our fave reads to unwind before bed to reap all of those relaxing rewards.
Here’s How To Create A Morning Routine You Can Actually Stick To
Join us for Reason Season to craft healthy daily habits and routines.
Here’s How You Can Win A Wellness Getaway For Two And Spruce Up Your Healthy Habits
Join us for a four-week course to help you establish healthy habits and improve your overall wellness.
Ladies Talk Money Answer Your Tax-Time Questions
Co-founder of Ladies Talk Money, Jess Brady, answers your burning health insurance questions, so you can feel a little more equipped—and relaxed—come tax time.
6 Reasons You Need To Visit This Food & Entertainment Mecca On The GC
Nestled in the beating heart of Surfers Paradise, we’ve found the perfect place for the ultimate fun day out. Think: epic games, live sport and a total foodie nirvana. So where can you find this awesome spot? Perched on the corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Cavill Mall, boasting a 100-metre frontage opposite the world-famous Surfers Paradise Beach, is Paradise Centre. Home to over 90 stores, an alfresco dining precinct and a buzzing entertainment hub, gather your crew and make tracks here stat.
Why Diversity Is More Than Size Fluidity, According To Modelling Agent Nikki Mann
When we think of a model, we conjure a standard vision in our minds. You know the one. For decades, model status has remained tall, thin, white, able-bodied and cis-gendered. Not always, but most of the time.
Crush The Kilometres And Help Make A Difference This World Ocean Day
You’ve got Azalea Banks’ 212 blasting through your headphones, you’ve just clocked your fastest km to date, and you’re rounding out your morning run with an epic view of the sunrise. Feels good, doesn’t it?
Take A Hike With These 6 Outdoor Exploring Essentials
Stock up on all your hiking essentials and nab yourself the latest Merrell hiking shoes in the exclusive Australia-only pre-release of the Moab 3 range.
The Powerful Benefits Of Turmeric—And The Brand New Supplement You Need To Try
It’s considered to be a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, supporting specific ailments and illnesses like depression and arthritis, and general health and wellbeing.
5 Surprising Ways To Sleep Better And Feel Great
We've teamed up with one of the best in the biz—Sheridan—to bring you five practical ways to slip straight into dreamland. Cosy sheets are mandatory, of course
Treat Yourself This Valentine’s Day With This Saucy Gift Guide
After the pure chaos of the last two years, we're all about embracing self-love and wellness in 2022, so we'll be using February 14 as an excuse to treat number one.
Stretch, Squeeze And Sweat With These 6 COVID-Safe Workouts
Whether you're recovering from COVID or just being cautious, here's where to work those muscles in socially distanced styled.
Make These 5 Easy Swaps To Get More Good On Your Plate
Rather than wait for the New Year's resolution we know won't stick, we're all about habits to get more good on your plate.
6 Of The Best Snorkelling Spots Near Brisbane To Dive Into
Forget feeling the sand between your toes, get your toes into some flippers and get those flippers straight into the deep blue and experiencing the best snorkelling to be had near Brisbane.
Get Around This Nutritious Meal Delivery Service And Smash Your Health Goals
Between snap lockdowns, working from home and weekends spent in iso bingeing Real Housewives, you can absolutely be forgiven for pushing pause on your health journey or throwing in the towel altogether (especially for those in NSW and VIC right now).
Stay Off The Sauce With 10 Things To Do With Your Friends That Aren’t Drinking
Don’t wait for Dry July and Sober October to give booze the flick for a day or two, here are 10 things to do in Brisbane that aren’t drinking.
Masks Are Now Mandatory, So Here’s Where To Buy Reusable Face Masks In Brisbane
If you are looking for a re-usable face mask to wear when one is needed, or just to have on hand in case, here’s where to buy them in Brisbane right now.
Make A Difference And Support These 6 Businesses Doing Better By Our Planet
The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps we never knew we needed.
Glow Up Your Routine With Our Favourite 2021 Wellness Products
So, to help you wade through the clutter, we’ve teamed up with Vital to bring you the latest and greatest products that will help you thrive.
Culture Curve | Orgasms Go Green, Self-Care’s Radical New Self-Love And The End Of Hustle Culture
Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture right now.
Get Pampered To The Max On A Luxe Sleep Retreat At The Emporium Hotel
The Goodnight Co are hosting a sleep-focused Wellness Retreat at the luxurious Emporium Hotel in South Bank.
Give Someone A Little Self-Care With This Gift Guide For All Things Beauty And Wellness
Here’s a heap of beauty and wellness gift ideas for someone in your life who could use some ‘me time.'
5 Emerging Wellness Trends We Tried So You Don’t Have To
Following recent events, if you have found yourself re-prioritising your self-care and wellness, we feel you. To ensure the opportunity to pause, reflect and re-assess isn’t put to waste, we’ve teamed up with Vital to try five emerging wellness trends, so you can leverage our newfound motivation.
Everything You Need To Know About ‘Data Bias’ And How It Affects Women
Implementing positive action to help make the world a better place takes courage, strength and tenacity. But to encourage and help others to do the same, well... that’s worth celebrating.
Culture Curve | Tune In To Audio Social Networks, Million Dollar Crypto Art, And Mindful Drinking
Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in April 2021.
Freeze Away The Pain In Just 3 Minutes In This Brisbane Medi-Clinic’s Cryo Chamber
Tucked away on Brookes Street in the Valley, CBB BLVD is the place to hit for a restorative skin or body treatment.
Give Yourself The Reset You Need At Eden Health Retreat In The Gold Coast Hinterland
At Eden Health Retreat, a blissful oasis of calm in Currumbin Valley on the Gold Coast, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is deciding whether to get up for yoga or stay in bed.
6 Mindfulness Activities To Try If You Struggle To Meditate
If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the past 12 months, it’s that prioritising your mental health and wellbeing is paramount. While many people claim meditation as the holy grail of mindfulness, it begs the question—what if you struggle to meditate or don’t enjoy it?
Forget Colouring Books, This Is The New Mindfulness Hobby To Get Around In 2021
If you’ve never been into colouring books, puzzles seem far too mundane, you could ever stay consistent with journaling, we think we may have just found your favourite new mindfulness hobby.
6 Of The Biggest Trends Born In 2020 That Will Continue To Burn Bright This Year
2020 was, without a doubt, a turbulent year. Both bizarre and devastating, it was one of the most memorable in recent history, with every corner of culture—from music to work-life, fashion, sex, travel, and politics—getting shaken to the core. The New York Times called it “The Year of Blur”, paradoxically packed with significant events, but also a year in which time seemed strung out in the void, slowed down, and stretched out indefinitely.
Get Healthy, Function Well Is Opening A Massive Wellness Hub On The North Side
Newstead-based Function Well is opening its second facility upstairs at Toombul shopping centre, and it promises to be amazing—and we believe it.
Roll Up Your Yoga Mat, This Brisbane Winery Is Hosting A Bubbles-Filled Yoga Brunch
This summer, Sirromet Winery will be putting on a morning of yoga in the vines, followed by a bubbles-filled breakfast.
Treat Yourself, Here’s How To Have The Ultimate Self-Care Day In Brisbane
There are plenty of better ways to give your mind and body the TLC they need, here's the best places to do it in Brisbane
Meet The 6 Aussie Artists Adding Colour To Donating Blood This Year
2020 has been a wild ride for everyone, but if the year has taught us anything, it’s that nothing lifts your spirits quite like giving back to those who need it most. And what better way to give back than by showing your ‘True Colours’ and donating blood.
Prepare To Feel Your Heart Melt, A Yoga Session With Puppies Is Happening Soon
We could throw in a joke or two right here about downward facing dog, but we won’t, because there are far more important things at hand to discuss. Like puppy yoga.
Work Up A Sweat With The Best Outdoor Workouts To Try In Brisbane
To get you out of the gym and into the great outdoors, here’s a roundup of the best outdoor workouts in Brisbane.