Lecturer in Exercise Science @universitySA | Strength Coach | Just happy to be here
Joined May 2017
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What actually is 'fitness'? Research suggests it's not as straightforward as you might think. @_HunterBennett_ theconversation.com/there-ar…
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Smartwatches aren't always as accurate as you might think. In some cases, you'd be better off listening to your body. @_HunterBennett_ theconversation.com/6-ways-y…
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There is no universal 'right age'. Here's what it comes down to. @_HunterBennett_ theconversation.com/when-can…
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As you step out, you trip and land awkwardly. You think you've twisted your ankle. Or is a sprain? What's the difference anyway? @_HunterBennett_ @LewisIngramSA theconversation.com/whats-th…
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Should I increase #weights at the gym? How often? And by how much? @UniversitySA #sports scientist, Dr @_HunterBennett_ explains: theconversation.com/should-i… via @ConversationEDU
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New @UniversitySA #research is tackling concussions at the grassroots level to determine how well parents and staff of junior community #football players understand #concussion – and what more can be done to protect players. bit.ly/3Idplpi
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Should I #exercise if I’m still sore from last time? @UniversitySA's @_HunterBennett_ gives the low down here: theconversation.com/should-i… via @ConversationEDU
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Bone density is strongly linked to your risk of a fracture. @_HunterBennett_ @UniversitySA theconversation.com/does-wei…
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Does #running ruin your knees? And how old is too old to start? @UniversitySA's @_HunterBennett_ gives us the lowdown: theconversation.com/does-run… via @ConversationEDU
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Abs are one element of the core muscles, so they're similar in many ways – but the terms are often used with different connotations. @_HunterBennett_ @UniversitySA theconversation.com/whats-th…
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Hunter Bennett retweeted
14 May 2025
Thanks to @ConversationEDU for the opportunity to write about one of the most loved and dreaded fitness tests around, the beep test. Thanks also to @_HunterBennett_ for helping me put it together.
You can read the full article below:
🔗 lnkd.in/gudDWMuM
#Fitness #Health
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The dreaded beep test: outdated or still a valid assessment of your fitness? @UniversitySA researchers explain: theconversation.com/the-drea… via @ConversationEDU
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Ice baths are an effective way to accelerate recovery after exercise. However, their general health benefits are less clear. @_HunterBennett_ @bensinghphd @UniversitySA theconversation.com/ice-bath…
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9 Mar 2025
We hear lots about ways to boost brain function & memory
But did you know exercise is one of the best ways to improve cognition & memory?
Our new review of 133 meta-analyses shows exercise effectively improves
✅Cognition
✅Memory
✅Executive function
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Is 'active recovery' just another fitness myth, or does it help? Here's what the evidence shows. @_HunterBennett_ @LewisIngramSA @UniversitySA theconversation.com/active-r…
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There are two types of PNF stretching. Here's how to do them. @_HunterBennett_ @LewisIngramSA @UniversitySA theconversation.com/what-is-…
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Unlike mat pilates, which only uses your body weight, the reformer adds resistance, so you can change the difficulty according to your level of fitness. But there are also cheaper options. @_HunterBennett_ @jacintabrinsley @LewisIngramSA @UniversitySA theconversation.com/what-is-…
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14 Dec 2024
Very cool to see some of our recent work exploring the optimal dose of stretching discussed on @LifehackerAU
@LewisIngramPhD @ARENA_UniSA
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3 Dec 2024
It’s always a privilege and pleasure to write for @ConversationEDU - even more so when it’s a summary of your own research findings @ARENA_UniSA @UniversitySA @unisaresearch @SportsMedicineJ
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4 Dec 2024
D you know how long you need to #stretch to maximise increases in #flexbility?
Our new paper suggests 4 minutes per session is optimal for acute increases, while 10 minutes per week is optimal for chronic increases.
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