Health

From remedial and relaxing to hot stone and Thai, here's where to head for one of Perth's best massages. Let bliss ensue. 

You either love it or you hate it, but whatever your feelings are, you can’t deny that running is one of the best forms of exercise. It’s basically free, you can do it anywhere and just about anyone can do it—just start slow and build your way up.

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. 

The wheel deal.

Nothing says the arrival of spring in Perth like a street full of jacaranda trees in blooms. As if Perth wasn’t already the prettiest city in Australia, once the warmer months hit we find ourselves living in nothing short of a magical, lavender-coloured wonderland.

With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.

Your weekend—sorted.

If slowing down and treating yourself is on the agenda, you’re going to want to make a beeline for Heartwood Natural Harmony in Cottesloe.

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.

Found: A better way to meet your health and money goals. 

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. 

There are loads of awesome walks and hikes in Perth, and even a few secret ones too, but the fellow dog owners out there will know all-too-well the guilt felt when heading out for a walk without their pooch.

The epic fitness-focused Aussie meal delivery service you need on your radar. 

In Perth, we’re lucky to have plenty of top-notch lakes and picturesque rivers right on our doorstep so it can be hard to narrow down the best places to go kayaking.

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 Perth right now. 

Skin whisperer Kim Tran is known for her investigative approach to skincare and the incredible results that follow so when she told me about a brand new treatment that could help with dull-looking skin, uneven skin tone, visible pores and ageing, I could not make my way to her beautiful North Perth clinic La Belle Peau fast enough.

Whether you’re looking to improve your sleep, discover the magic of rose quartz or level up your massage skills, Wellness Month at the State Buildings has got something for you.

If you’ve ever been to the Olive and July Clinic in Subiaco you’ll know owner, Chloe Sherrell doesn’t do things by halves and her new Olive and July Spa in South Perth is testament to that.

When it comes to keeping fit, it’s no secret that us Perth peeps love a bit of adventure. If chalking up, climbing all the walls, belaying, and harness wedgies sound like your thing, we think you’re in need of a rock-climbing day out.

F45 have launched a new first-of-its-kind training concept, FS8, combining yoga, pilates and toning exercises.

Here’s a heap of beauty and wellness gift ideas for someone in your life who could use some ‘me time.'

It’s easy to romanticise about peddling through the cobble-stoned streets of Santorini, through grassy Tuscan hills or around the bustling canals of Amsterdam, but we think it’s high time you add Perth to the list. A cycler’s paradise with no shortage of dreamy views and natural beauty spots, there is no better way to cruise through Perth’s balmy summer than on two wheels. 

As part of Celebrate Subi’s incredible 10-day lineup of events, LA Fit and Storehouse Subiaco will be teaming up to bring us Rooftop Ride—three exclusive spin sessions that will leave you feeling confident, empowered and ready to take on the world.

If like us you’re keen to flesh out your activewear kit with a few fresh pieces (for the gym or otherwise), you’ll be pleased to hear that Perth has just scored its very first Rockwear. 

A non-invasive body contouring method that promises to burn fat and build muscle, EMSCULPT is the hottest treatment in town and I can tell you now, it’s good.

Set 30 Studio, or S30 to the regulars, opened in Perth in early 2019 and took the city by storm. The underground hip hop gym was the first of its kind in WA and it’s not surprising that it’s been such a hit thanks to the hip hop beats, the colourful studio lighting, the patented scent (yep, it’s a vibe) and the amazing founders, Luke Faulkner and Ret Hartley. No wonder they’re already opening their second location in West Leederville.

If a body-burning workout by the beach is what you’re seeking, The Pilates Co in North Beach is where you’ll find it. This beautiful new coastal pilates studio is home to ten cutting edge reformer machines and an incredibly talented team of pilates instructors led by founder and director Olivia Russell.

While some people have been using this time to up their fitness regime, master the art of sourdough or binge all the shows, I personally have been using lockdown as a time to up the glow factor of my skin with Australia’s first prescription-only skincare line, The Secret Skincare.

Set 30 Studio, or S30 to the regulars, opened in Perth in early 2019 and took the city by storm. The underground hip hop gym was the first of its kind in WA and it’s not surprising that it’s been such a hit thanks to the hip hop beats, the colourful studio lighting, the patented scent (yep, it’s a vibe) and the amazing founders, Luke Faulkner and Ret Hartley. No wonder they’re already opening their second location in West Leederville.

We all know exercise is essential for good health, but that doesn’t mean you have to run for miles or slog your way through a HIIT class if that’s just not your jam. Enter, Happy Healthy Hoops—the hula hooping class which has been revolutionising the way Perthies exercise for a few years now.

Perth’s barber scene has really upped the ante in the past few years. It's no longer a quick slap around the head with the clippers and a free mint on the way out. 

Monday 18 May marks the day that indoor gym classes can recommence—provided there’s a maximum of 20 participants and limited shared equipment—and we are pumped.

If you're missing your monthly facial, we hear you. There's nothing we love more than the tingling feeling of a good peel or an ultra-relaxing facial, and while that might not be on the agenda for a while, Kim Tran at La Belle Peau is helping to make sure it's a reality as soon as possible with Australia's first beauty bank.

You know as well as we do that washing your hands with soap and water is your best bet to help beat the spread of Coronavirus, but if you’re out and about you’re probably wondering where to find hand sanitiser in Perth right now.

There are plenty of fresh and healthy takeaway options around if you know where to look, and we’ve rounded up some of the best places in Perth to grab a healthy bite on the go.

One of our all-time favourite dance studios, F Is For Dance, had to shut their doors this week but, after seven years building their community, they aren’t saying goodbye just yet.

Gyms were among the many businesses that were forced to shut on Monday 23 March and while we’re all for physical distancing, we also don’t want to see these guys go out of business.

There’s something in the water in Perth and we’re ready to fill our cups with it after being inspired by some incredibly boss babes. From an entrepreneur who grew her retail beauty brand into a $10 million dollar business practically overnight to a whole slew of women with smart ideas and amazing get-go. This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating them all, along with countless other amazing Perth ladies out there.

Just like the rest of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel—with its meticulously considered design—the spa has luxury and sophistication stamped all over it and it’s fair to say you’re in for a relaxing ride the moment you step inside.

Imagine a workout that combines CrossFit-style moves with Timezone’s Dance Dance Revolution and you have PRAMA, the latest fitness class that’s landed in Perth.

Picture this: over 100 interconnected trampolines, a sky-high obstacle course, climbing walls ninja course, basketball hoops and a dodgeball court. Does it look like something from your childhood dreams? We’re going to guess the answer is yes.

There’s nothing like that feeling of accomplishment you get when you squeeze a workout into your lunch hour. It’s basically free time and means you can either sleep in longer or head home early for a night on the couch with the Bachelorette without feeling guilty—all with the added benefit of being able to gloat to your colleagues about how great you are at life. #sogood #suchhealth

Round up your mates and jump on the highway, because the IKEA Festival of Sleep is popping up for the first time ever and it starts this week. 

Worn-out from your everyday routine and feeling like you’re in serious need of an escape, or at least a little oiling? Enough excuses—you deserve to treat yourself. Let’s be real, everyone needs a wheel change once in a while, and there is no time like the present to hit the pause button on life to immerse yourself into a journey of total rest and relaxation.

As much as we all love a good fry up, sometimes you just want to go out for breakfast and get on with your day, instead of slipping into a grease-fuelled food coma and heading home for a nap.

With longer days and warmer nights on the horizon, what better time than now to break out of hibernation and re-energise by booking yourself and your bestie into a serene yoga retreat? Taking advantage of Perth’s tranquility alone is a no-brainer, but when you can immerse yourself into your surroundings through the invigorating practice of yoga, we couldn’t think of anything more ideal. 

What better way to dust out winter’s cobwebs than with five days of wellness?

Of all forms of exercise, yoga is probably the least about looks and the most about feels am I right? But we can’t deny there’s something about surrounding your practice with true beauty that just elevates the experience. If you want to try yoga in a place that’s even better looking than you are ("Hey, how you doin’?"), come salute the sun with us in these fine studios.

When it comes to unplugging from the grind and finding that elusive zen state, we have one favoured method—float tanks. These sensory deprivation tanks allow you to hit pause and detach from the many, many, many distractions of everyday life for 60 sweet minutes—so what's not to love?

Baby, it’s cold outside! There’s only one way to combat the inevitable onslaught of grey skies, freezing extremities (hello toes, are you still there? Send in the ugg boots stat) and dark, wet mornings—get into a cranking sweat session and warm your body up from head to frozen little piggies. These gems are some of the most blood-pumping classes Perth has to offer.

There is plenty to keep you busy throughout the state this month, from foodie festivals through to beach marathons. 

Whether you’re designated driver, pregnant, doing dry July or just not as much of a boozehound as your mates, here are 15 of Perth’s best mocktails to quench your thirst, sans hangover.

A love of fashion, health and the planet are what inspired Vanessa Lothian to create local, sustainable activewear range Earth + Society.

To promote men’s mental health and wellbeing, activewear brand WPN. is hosting its second instalment of Sessions at Ninja Academy Perth this weekend.

Biceps at the ready, axe throwing is trending. Not one, but two axe throwing gyms are about to open in Perth.

Let’s chat about breaking a dirty, little habit. No, we don’t mean your daily 3pm chocolate binge, we’re talking about using and abusing plastic for just about everything. The time has come to give it all up.