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Andrew Cate (Weight, Men's Health, Fitness)

Andrew Cate is an online personal trainer, author, and a University trained exercise physiologist. Andrew also has a private fitness studio on Sydney's Northern Beaches. He has written several books on health and fitness, including "Walk off Weight" and "Lighten Up". Andrew also and writes regular health and fitness articles for various magazines and websites, some of which are published on his website (www.andrewcate.com).

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The advantages of group running

6 May 2013
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Running training doesn't have to be a lonely pursuit. Running in groups is seeing a rise in popularity, and there are plenty of good reasons why. Online personal trainer Andrew Cate offers his list of 10 benefits from group running.

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10 second health check for men

6 May 2013
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There are a few things we can safely assume about men's health: guys tend to store fat around the stomach when their lifestyle is unhealthy; guys hate having a fat gut; the rate of overweight men in Australia is one of the highest in the world and abdominal fat is dangerous to your health.

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Does Australia need a fat tax?

2 May 2013
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One problem with being overweight is that it can be easier for some people to stay overweight. While there may be significant health implications down the track, a healthy lifestyle may not seem like a priority to people who enjoy the taste of junk food, and find exercise uncomfortable.

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What is your waist to hip ratio?

8 April 2013
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For men, the location where body fat is stored is just as important for their health as total body weight.

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Give the midlife crisis a miss

3 April 2013
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What happens to men between the ages of 40 and 50? Why is this time of life associated with a crisis? And is it inevitable part of this stage of life?

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Seven ways to prevent Easter weight gain

27 March 2013
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Easter can be a challenging time for weight control. There's chocolate, social gatherings, chocolate, hot cross buns, and did I mention chocolate?

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10 questions to ask yourself if you want to lose weight

26 March 2013
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Why is weight loss so challenging? Could it be an unbalanced diet, a lack of exercise, or perhaps low motivation? Maybe it’s a combination of all three. Whatever the reason, it’s almost certain there is no simple answer.

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7 risk factors for gout

21 March 2013
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There are over 120 different types of arthritis, but the most common form affecting men is gout. Andrew Cate looks at 7 risk factors for gout.

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Men in black - Sunglasses

1 March 2013
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We’re all well aware about the importance of protecting our skin and being sun safe. But protection for your eyes is just as important.

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Should diet soft drinks be forced to change their name?

19 February 2013
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With the anti-sugar movement in full swing, diet soft drinks may seem like a good alternative by satisfying a sweet tooth without all the kilojoules. But don't be fooled. There are still a number of negative effects on your health to be considered.

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