Switching off from running after the footy season? Big mistake. Off-season running is the key to staying fit, strong, and injury-free year-round. Learn how keeping your “engine ticking” maintains endurance, boosts performance, and prevents soft-tissue injuries — plus how to use the Cooper Test to create your personalised off-season running plan.

Wondering if your physio can send you for an X-ray? The answer is yes — no GP referral needed. Physiotherapists can directly refer you for imaging to confirm injuries, speed up diagnosis, and get your recovery started sooner. Learn when X-rays are useful, how bulk billing works, and why starting with your physio often means faster, clearer results.