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Helping you move, feel & perform better
🏆 Allied Health Excellence Award 2025

26/10/2026

Massage therapy deserves greater recognition.

This week, 25–31 October, our colleagues across the Pacific are celebrating Massage Therapy Awareness Week, recognising the contribution massage therapists make to health, wellbeing and patient care.

While Massage Therapy Awareness Week isn't officially recognised in Australia, its message is just as relevant here.

The American Massage Therapy Association - AMTA is celebrating 30 years of National Massage Therapy Awareness Week, raising public awareness of the health benefits of massage therapy.

The Canadian Massage Therapist Association (CMTA) is championing this year's theme, “Better Care, Together.”, highlighting patient-centred care, professional collaboration and shared clinical knowledge.

Two approaches. One shared purpose: advancing the profession and improving patient outcomes.

Massage therapy extends well beyond relaxation. Qualified remedial massage therapists contribute across musculoskeletal and sports medicine, oncology and lymphoedema care, neurological and chronic pain management, scar rehabilitation and mental wellbeing.

These contributions are strengthened through evidence-informed practice, continuing education and multidisciplinary collaboration.

A special shoutout to our friends at AMTA and CMTA for championing the profession.

Here in Australia, we have an opportunity to build on that momentum and advocate for greater recognition of remedial massage within healthcare.

Different countries. Shared commitment. Better care.

24/10/2026

Race day feels a lot easier when you know what to expect.

Join us for a FREE Men’s Triathlon Orientation at the Jetty Community Hub on Saturday 31 October, designed to help you get familiar with the course, transitions and race-day flow before you line up.

📍 Jetty Community Hub
🗓 Saturday 31 October
⏰ 8:00am
💥 Free to attend

We’ll work through transition area setup, swim starts and exits, T1 and T2, bike handling and mount/dismount, the run course, key race rules and a practical race-day rehearsal — with plenty of time for questions along the way.

Bring your tri suit or race wear, run shoes, run hat, swim cap, goggles and towel.

No bike required.

Meet on the lawn by Daze, behind the Jetty Community Hub.

Coached by Trent Renshaw, AusTriathlon Foundation Coach, through The Athlete’s Guild × Coffs Harbour Triathlon Club.

Prepare smarter. Race ready.

20/10/2026

Something a little different is coming to Jetty Beach. 🏃‍♂️🌊

Join us for a FREE one-off Beach Run session on Wednesday 28 October, with a fun mix of sand-based drills designed to build strength, agility and running skills.

📍 Jetty Beach
🗓 Wednesday 28 October
⏰ 6:00–7:00am
💥 Free to attend
🙌 All welcome

We’ll meet by the Hub Cafe / Jetty Beach steps, finish with an optional dip, then coffee at Darby & Co.

And yes, Budgy Smuggler's are encouraged. The brighter, the better.

🌦️ The session will go ahead in light rain, but not in strong winds, storms or unsafe beach conditions.

Coached by Trent Renshaw, AusTriathlon Foundation Coach, through The Athlete's Guild × Coffs Harbour Triathlon Club.

Build strength. Run the sand. Have fun.

20/10/2026

Breast cancer doesn't discriminate by gender.

Today, 20 October, marks Male Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a reminder that breast cancer isn't exclusively a women's disease.

While uncommon, breast cancer affects hundreds of Australian men every year. In 2025, an estimated 207 men were diagnosed and 40 died from the disease.

Around 1 in 100 breast cancer diagnoses occur in men, with the average age at diagnosis being 71 years. Younger men can also be affected.

Because many men don't realise they're at risk, warning signs can be overlooked or dismissed.

Know the warning signs:

• A lump or thickening in the breast, often painless.
• Changes in breast shape or skin texture.
• Ni**le inversion, discharge or bleeding.
• Swelling or lumps in the armpit.

Being fit, healthy and active doesn't make you immune.

Age, family history and inherited BRCA gene variants can increase risk.

There is no routine breast cancer screening program for men in Australia, making awareness particularly important.

If you notice something unusual, speak with your GP. Early detection matters.

Know your body. Recognise the changes. Don't delay getting checked.

Breast Cancer Network Australia National Breast Cancer Foundation

15/10/2026

🌏 World Spine Day 2026 - Spine Health For Life 🦴

2.1 million Australian men are living with back problems. That's around 1 in 6 men, making back problems one the most common long-term health conditions affecting Australian males.

Back pain and problems are the second leading cause of disease burden in Australian men, while 16% of men live with long-term back problems.

These aren't just statistics. Behind them are men whose back problems may affect their ability to work, train, remain active and enjoy everyday life.

For tradies, athletes, office workers and men approaching retirement, spinal health isn't simply about avoiding back pain. It's about preserving the strength, mobility and physical capacity to keep doing the things that matter.

This year's World Spine Day theme, Spine Health for Life, is a reminder that looking after your spine is a lifelong investment.

💪 Build strength and physical resilience.
🚶 Keep moving and reduce prolonged inactivity.
🤸 Maintain mobility through regular, varied movement.
⚖️ Balance physical demands with adequate recovery.
🩺 Seek appropriate care when symptoms persist or interfere with daily activities.

Your spine supports you through every stage of life. What are you doing to support it?

Stay strong. Stay mobile. Keep moving.

14/10/2026

Today, on International Allied Health Professions Day, we recognise the diverse professionals supporting Australians across hospitals, clinics, sporting environments and communities.

Yet some clinical contributions remain less widely recognised.

Remedial massage therapy is one of them.

Beyond traditional musculoskeletal care, appropriately qualified practitioners contribute to multidisciplinary healthcare through specialised services:

- Oncology: Adapted massage and symptom management during cancer treatment and recovery.
- Lymphoedema: Manual lymphatic drainage, compression and decongestive therapy.
- Orthopaedics: Postoperative rehabilitation, pain and mobility support.
- Neurology: Supportive care for muscular discomfort and movement limitations.
- Scar therapy: Managing tissue restrictions following surgery, trauma and radiation.
- Sports medicine: Supporting injury recovery alongside physiotherapists and exercise physiologists.

At The Athlete's Guild, we believe better healthcare comes from recognising complementary expertise and working collaboratively across professions.

Allied health is for everyone, everywhere. So too should be recognition of those contributing to better patient outcomes.

12/10/2026

Arthritis is often associated with ageing, but some forms disproportionately affect men, including those who are otherwise fit, healthy and active.

Gout is one of them. 3 in 4 Australians living with gout are men.

A painful form of inflammatory arthritis, gout places a significant burden on Australian men's health, mobility and quality of life.

🇦🇺 The Australian facts:
🔹 Men are 2.6 times more likely to have gout than women.
🔹 Men are 3.7 times more likely to be hospitalised for gout than women.
🔹 Risk increases with age, but gout can affect men well before retirement.

Gout is more than a painful big toe.

It develops when urate crystals accumulate in joints, triggering sudden and often debilitating inflammation. While the big toe is commonly affected, gout can also involve the ankles, knees, wrists and elbows.

Repeated attacks can interfere with work, exercise, sleep and everyday mobility. Without appropriate management, gout can lead to permanent joint damage.

Despite its reputation as a condition of overindulgence, gout isn't simply about diet or alcohol. Genetics, kidney function, metabolic health and certain medications all influence risk.

The good news? Gout is one of the most treatable forms of inflammatory arthritis.

Early diagnosis, appropriate urate-lowering treatment and management of contributing risk factors can prevent recurrent attacks and protect long-term joint health.

This World Arthritis Day, we're encouraging men to take unexplained joint pain, swelling and inflammation seriously.

Joint pain shouldn't simply be accepted or pushed through. Understanding the cause is the first step towards managing it.

05/10/2026

A personal update from me.

After a lot of consideration, I’ve decided to step away from clinical practice for the remainder of 2026.

There are a few reasons behind the decision. My dad has recently completed chemotherapy treatment for lymphoma, and I want to have the time and flexibility to support him and my family through the next stage of his recovery.

I also have some significant commitments outside the clinic. I’ll be devoting more time to growing Evosys and supporting my software clients, while completing the remaining clinical placement requirements for my Diploma of Nutrition.

While I’m stepping away from hands-on clinical practice, I’m not stepping away from health, sport or the community.

I’ll continue coaching triathlon and developing athletes, supporting major local sporting events, continuing my men’s health advocacy, and maintaining an active role with local lymphoedema and prostate cancer support groups.

It has been incredibly rewarding to work with so many people through The Athlete’s Guild and Hoys Allied Health & Wellness, and I’m grateful to every client who has trusted me with their care.

For now, taking some time away from clinical practice feels like the right decision for me and my family.

This is a pause, not a goodbye. I look forward to returning to clinical practice refreshed in 2027.

Thank you for all the support.

Trent
The Athlete’s Guild

12/09/2026

Open-water confidence starts with time in the water. 🌊

Join CHTC Openwater Swim Coaching at Jetty Beach for a free 18-week block focused on improving technique, building confidence and developing the skills to swim smarter in race conditions.

📍 Jetty Beach
🗓 Mondays, 14 September–25 January
⏰ 6:30–7:15am
💥 Free to attend

Bring your swimwear, goggles, swim cap, towel and an optional wetsuit.

Sessions will be coached by Adrian Hawke and are open to swimmers looking to become more comfortable, capable and confident in open water.

🌧️ Sessions are cancelled in storms, heavy rain or poor water quality.

Build confidence. Swim smarter. Race stronger.

07/09/2026

Duchenne is often spoken about through childhood, mobility and disease progression.

But boys with Duchenne grow into men, and their healthcare needs grow with them.

Recent research involving adults with muscular dystrophy, most with DMD, found 60% had never discussed sexual health with a clinician. Participants also described barriers around privacy, relationships, fertility and assumptions about sexual or romantic interest.

One participant put it simply:

“I would have said something, but my parents were there.”

Lack of private, confidential time with healthcare providers was raised repeatedly, highlighting gaps in the transition from childhood to adult care.

Adults with DMD are living longer. Their care needs to move beyond puberty too.

That means seeing the whole man: his health, independence, identity, relationships, sexuality, fertility, mental wellbeing and quality of life.

Locally, Trent Renshaw provides clinical musculoskeletal and men’s health care through Hoys Allied Health & Wellness at Hoysfit, working alongside physiotherapists and exercise physiologists as part of a multidisciplinary approach to care.

His work focuses on musculoskeletal pain, mobility restrictions, pelvic health concerns, sexual function and soft-tissue issues, with treatment aimed at improving comfort, movement, function and quality of life.

For men living with DMD, this care puts privacy, autonomy and adult health needs at the centre.

This Duchenne Awareness Day, give adults with DMD a voice.

For broader support, advocacy, education and research, Duchenne Australia plays an important role in supporting the Duchenne community nationally.

See the man. Not just the diagnosis.

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361 Harbour Drive
Coffs Harbour, NSW
2450

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Tuesday	7am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	7am - 6:30pm
Thursday	7am - 6:30pm
Friday	7am - 6:30pm

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http://theathletesguild.com.au/

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