Jo Lindner is a fitness phenomenon many look to for gym motivation. He has shown us how to get massive chest gains, as well as how ripped we could be if we actually committed to the gym. He’s also shared six pack secrets and calf training tricks, which are super helpful.He also recently, it seems, had to undergo surgery as a result of gynecomastia, a condition which can be brought on by the use of steroids, and which is typically caused by an imbalance between the sex hormones testosterone and oestrogen.While Lindner has been quite open about his history of steroid use (he has said he took them when he was younger without really knowing what he was doing, experienced very negative effects, and warned against their use) it is unknown if the gynecomastia is a result of his past activities coming back to bite him, or whether it is caused by something more recent (Lindner has also admitted to, even in recent times and after learning the harsh lessons of steroid abuse in the past, continuing to supplement his testosterone to keep it towards “the higher end of normal”).Whatever the reason, he took to Instagram in August, with trademark honesty, to show followers what he’s been up to, and sharing with them an image of him about to go in for “gyno” surgery.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jo Lindner (@joesthetics)

]“Had to do sort out the gyno thing road to recovery again . It will take while be Joesthetics again but thanks for everyone,” he captioned the post.A couple of weeks later he then shared an update post, showing how he was progressing after the surgery, writing: “Hja bro I’m also just a normal person. Who has good and bad times. Sharing both sides with you here my friends it will take some time & it’s gonna be a good challenge for myself.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jo Lindner (@joesthetics)

As DMARGE reported in January, Jo admits when he first approached steroids, he had no idea what he was doing and simply followed the advice of those around him. This proved to be a mistake, and he developed gynecomastia – an enlargement of breast tissue – along with “burning nipples.”He doesn’t advocate for steroids, but says, if you are going to take them, at least do it properly.“If you already take stuff [why would you not use it properly] if you want to [build a better physique]?. It’s like in school, they’re gonna put you immediately to the final exams and say here, maybe you study before you do all this and you study this, this and this and you learn and then you understand and then when you do the test you’re like ‘I know the answers,’” Jo said in a Youtube video.

“Instead of just doing like me in school, not learning anything, going into the exams and sitting there like *blank expression.*”

“You need to get proper knowledge, educate yourself, and when you really feel like you know, ‘I want to do this’, then go for it.”

“But don’t just go for the quick fast results kind of thing, you know.”

Read more about the risks of steroid use here.Learn how to work out your upper body and lower body like Jo Lindner in the video below.

Read Next

• German Bodybuilder’s Honest Warning Against Using Steroids
• The Truth About Using Peptides & How They Impact Your Health

The post Jo Lindner Gynecomastia Success After Supplement Use appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

It’s been a truly exciting month for Formula One fans.

Max Verstappen winning on home turf at the first Dutch Grand Prix in almost four decades, Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris recording a historic 1-2 McLaren victory at the Italian Grand Prix, Kimi Räikkönen announcing his retirement from the sport…

The other big news has been that rising star George Russell is leaving Williams at the end of 2021 and joining the GOAT, Sir Lewis Hamilton, at top-flight team Mercedes for 2022. It’s a move that’s been hotly anticipated for months. The 23-year-old Brit, who’s been nicknamed ‘Mr. Sunday’ for his prodigious ability to rise to the occasion on race day, has had a rocky start to the sport. Despite being shackled with an underperforming car and a lack of resources at Williams, Russell has demonstrated immense driving chops and is more than worthy of a seat at Mercedes.

It seems that Russell’s already getting comfortable with the idea of being a full-time Mercedes driver, and has already been spotted with a watch from the team’s official timepiece partner, IWC Schaffhausen. Relaxing at a cafe over the weekend, Russell shared a shot of himself wearing a Pilot’s Watch Double Chronograph TOP GUN Ceratanium – one of the most underrated models in the Swiss brand’s lineup, we reckon.

Like all of IWC’s ‘TOP GUN’ watches (more on the history of that name here), Russell’s new timekeeper features a ceramic case: specifically, it’s made out of Ceratanium, an IWC-developed material that is light and robust like titanium, but also similarly hard and scratch-resistant like ceramic. The black ceramic case, black textile strap and stealthy dial make it one cool customer.

But the really cool thing about the watch is the double chronograph complication. Sometimes called a rattrapante chronograph, a double chronograph features two separate stopwatch mechanisms, and therefore is capable of timing two separate events of different durations. That’s why the watch has two chronograph seconds hands, as well as a third pusher to stop and bring both hands to zero.

RELATED: A. Lange & Söhne’s ‘Ultimate Chronograph’ Now The Ultimate Statement Piece

Despite this mechanical complexity, the Pilot’s Watch Double Chronograph TOP GUN Ceratanium boasts a day-date function, a 44-hour power reserve and 60m of water resistance, all while being less than 17mm thick and light on the wrist, thanks to its Ceratanium construction.

We wonder why Russell picked this watch out of IWC’s collection. Is it a symbolic choice? The double chronograph would be perfect for comparing his lap times against those of his new teammate, Hamilton…

Russell might be ready and raring to go at Mercedes but the F1 ‘silly season’ isn’t from over. 2022’s final driver lineup is still yet to be totally confirmed, although most of the big driver moves have already been announced.

Russell’s arrival naturally means that Valtteri Bottas is departing Mercedes. He’s set to replace fellow Finn Räikkönen at Alfa Romeo, and former Red Bull driver Alexander Albon is coming back into the sport to take Russell’s spot at Williams.

RELATED: Finnish Formula One Legend Shares ‘Viking’ Secret Behind Succeeding In Life

The final question mark is about the second seat at Alfa Romeo. It’s not clear whether or not current Alfa driver, Italy’s Antonio Giovinazzi, will still have a seat next year. Polish driver Robert Kubica is currently filling in for Räikkönen, who’s been sick with COVID-19 – there’s every chance that the seasoned racer could stay there more permanently.

But with plenty of talented young guns angling for a go at F1 – the Netherlands’ Nyck de Vries, China’s Guanyu Zhou, Britain’s Callum Ilott and Australia’s very own Oscar Piastri just to name a few – both Giovinazzi and Kubica have a fight on their hands.

Read Next

• Michael Jordan Wears An Icy-Cold Rolex On His Hot European Summer Holiday
• Cristiano Ronaldo Returns To Manchester United While Wearing Surprisingly Humble Watch

The post F1 Star George Russell Spotted Already Wearing His ‘Mercedes Approved’ Team Watch appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

Most of Australia’s population has suffered through multiple lockdowns and strict social distancing measures this year. Sydneysiders are still suffering through what’s become Australia’s longest lockdown ever, while things aren’t much better in Melbourne. Even cities not currently in lockdown, like Brisbane, are enduring the ever-looming spectre that is The Spicy Cough, with many small businesses still feeling the pain.One set of small businesses that have had things harder than most are barbers. Due to the inherently close-contact nature of their profession, many barbers have been forced to close their doors, some indefinitely – and this means that many Aussie men have had to deal with the terror that is the home haircut.Some have simply grabbed the clippers and gone for a buzz cut rather than let their loved ones attack them with some scissors. Others have let it all grow out, with the ‘lockdown beard‘ becoming a standout men’s grooming trend. But for some men, these extremes won’t do.As restrictions have eased in recent weeks in Sydney, DMARGE has seen a surprising uptick in ‘haircut hangouts’. Outdoor gatherings of up to five people for exercise or outdoor recreation are now allowed, so long as all those at the gathering aged 16 years or over are fully vaccinated. This has led to blokes taking some creative license with these new freedoms and meeting in public places with a barber to get their hair cut, using the excuse of outdoor recreation as a cover. (We’ve also heard rumours of barbers doing surreptitious house calls on the sly, as well as ‘haircut hangouts’ happening in other Australian cities.)A notable example of this was highlighted by the Daily Mail last week, the publication sharing footage of a couple of blokes getting their hair cut by a barber whilst fishing at an unnamed Sydney beach. We’re not sure if it’s a stroke of genius, a bit grotty or a reprehensible flouting of the rules – but it’s something that’s definitely on the rise.

DMARGE spoke with some of Sydney and Australia’s top barbers to get their take on the phenomenon – and we got some fairly mixed opinions.“I’m not going to lie, I have seen a lot of fresh cuts during this lockdown… Not everyone can live with a barber and hairdresser, right?” Jacob Martin, founder of Tate & Lyle relates.“I understand the need for people to earn a living, especially if they have fallen through the cracks, though this time the NSW government has been great with the support for everyone. It was always going to happen with people moonlighting and being opportunistic, especially when big money is being offered… You just hope that during a pandemic that people do the right thing – both parties are guilty of the offence.”That said, Martin says he “[doesn’t] see any issue with people who are now double vaccinated to be able to cut in these social hangouts, [it’s] no difference [than] training with groups or meeting friends for a picnic.”RELATED: New Exercise Freedom Opens Up For Fully Vaxxed SydneysidersNathan Jancauskas, founder and managing director of Men’s Biz, is a little less sympathetic.

“Were we having the conversation outside of a pandemic, I’d say it’s creative and interesting. Given the circumstances, it’s just an irresponsible exploitation of a potential loophole.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by MEN’S BIZ (@mensbiz)

“I think at the end of the day we’re all in the same boat here and it’s not really going to hurt anyone to wait until we open back up,” Trent Pridmore, founder and CEO of The Emporium Barber, comments.

“Unfortunately, the reality is that by breaking the restrictions you could actually end up hurting someone.”

“We’ve been receiving multiple messages most days since the lockdown began asking to send our guys around to people’s homes and they’ve all received the same response with a link to our website to buy themselves a hat! I personally believe that the more we try to find little loopholes in the restrictions or completely ignore them, then it’s just going to prolong the pain and cause this to drag on even more.  The last thing I’d want is to pass COVID along to someone and cause them to get seriously ill because I was doing the wrong thing.”RELATED: The Cold Hard Truth About Australia’s 70% Vaccination TargetDoing the right thing isn’t easy, though. Khushwant Dhanoa, managing director of Truefitt & Hill Australia, points out that the allure of a ‘haircut hangout’ isn’t just about hair, but also about mental health.“I think what is often forgotten is that men’s grooming is not just about how a man looks, but [also] has a direct impact on his psychological wellbeing. Being deprived of their grooming ritual weeks on end I am sure has had an adverse mental impact on many men. I get daily calls from customers calling up and asking when we can open up again for services, even though they know the answer – bearing testimony to the level of desperation being felt at this time.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Truefitt & Hill QVB Sydney (@truefittqvbsyd)

While this growing trend of ‘haircut hangouts’ is worrying – on multiple levels – the barbers we spoke to were quick to point out that it’s really a minority of barbers and customers doing the wrong thing.“On the whole many customers have been great supporting our community in any way they can and being understanding,” Martin shares.

“This forced closure of nearly 3 months has decimated many small businesses but it has highlighted to me the growing issue that beauty and grooming industry people are deemed subordinate and not given the respect we deserve with pressure from external sources to do the wrong thing.”

“It seems to be a common theme with service industry professions that we should be bend the laws for our customers, which was disappointing to see.”RELATED: ‘Secret Sauce’ That Makes A Successful Entrepreneur In 2021“It’s tough being in lockdown but at the end of the day we’re all in it together,” Pridmore emphasises.

“No one can visit their barber so everyone’s going to be looking like they need a haircut. I think we can forgive each other for not looking our sharpest with everything going on.”

With that in mind, we caution you to ignore the temptation of a ‘haircut hangout’, because not only are you doing the wrong thing (and potentially putting your barber in a really uncomfortable, unfair predicament), but it could be a total waste of time: better to do the right thing so that restrictions can ease on schedule, and then get a proper haircut at a barber’s, guilt-free.

Read Next

• Ultimate Guide To Hair Transplants For Men To Look Younger For Longer
• I Got 2021’s Most On-Trend Haircut & Now I Deeply Regret It
• Best Sydney Barber Shops

The post Australian Barbers Get Crafty With Haircut Loophole appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

There are a lot of secrets the travel industry doesn’t want you to know (or can’t tell you).From why Jetstar insist on freezing you alive on overnight flights to whether travel influencers will ever tire of Gandhi quotes, there are a lot of questions that will likely remain unanswered.But there’s one question you can put to bed pretty quick. In fact, to give you a slightly firmer grasp on reality, allow us to reveal to you, right now, a travel industry secret few people know about.That secret? A hidden button that most passenger aircraft seats have, which allows you to lift the armrest up. It is located on aisle seats.The button can be found beneath the armrest, near the hinge. When you press it, the armrest is released and you can move it up in line with the back of your seat, giving you more room to wriggle.The Sun reports that these release buttons’ original purpose was as a safety measure to allow you to escape more quickly in an emergency (and for crew to help passengers with disabilities to get in and out of their seats).But there’s no reason you can’t use it to feel a bit more comfortable while up in the air (though you will need to stow it for take-off and landing).Travel + Leisure also points out another handy use for it, writing: “It’s also a helpful trick to use at the end of your flight when you need more space to stand up and grab your luggage from the overhead bin.”

“Instead of doing that awkward, half-backbend lean to grab your bag from above you, while also trying to avoid touching your neighbor, just put up the armrest and easily get out of your seat.”

The more you know.Another way to make your flight more comfortable is to get special treatment from the flight attendants. Watch the below video to learn how to make that possible.Flight attendant Kat Kamalani explains how to get special treatment as a passenger…

Read Next

• The Secret A380 Economy Compartment That’s Almost As Good As Flying Business 
• Flight Attendant Reveals Booking Hack To Travel The World For Free

The post Secret Seat Rest Button Every Traveller Needs To Know appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

When it comes to the true cultural capital of Australia, look no further than Melbourne. Not only does the Victorian city have hidden laneways where you’ll find some of the best coffee on earth, but it also has hands-down, the best art galleries around, for those looking for a cultural and educational fix.

It’s no wonder, Melbourne has a thriving creative scene running through its veins, which has proven to be a huge inspiration for both residents and visitors alike and creative arts is one of the most studied subjects. Having a degree within the arts under your belt can land you your dream job, which will go perfectly hand-in-hand with it being one of the world’s most liveable cities.

It’s with this in mind that Melbourne is home to a fair few art galleries, each of which specialising in something unique. It’s not feasible to visit them all in one day, so if you’re visiting you’ll want to make sure you book yourself some time in the cultural capital to make sure no painting, image or sculpture is left unnoticed.

National Gallery Of Victoria

It makes sense to start right at the top of the arts scene in Melbourne, with this absolute mecca of all things art. Founded in 1861, The National Gallery of Victoria – or NGV – isn’t just one of the most recognised galleries in Victoria, but it is Australia’s oldest, largest and most visited art museum.

It’s home to well over 70,000 pieces of artwork in a striking building that features a soaring roofline and external water wall which is a work of art in itself. The artwork inside comes from a diverse background including indigenous, colonial and contemporary art. A must-visit for any art fiend.

Address: 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, 3006

Phone: 03 8620 2222

Australian Centre For Contemporary Art

You won’t have any qualms about setting foot into the ACCA, which is a not-for-profit art gallery that showcases a diverse range of exhibitions including sculpture work, video, installations, paintings and photography. Inside you’re greeted by four large gallery spaces which form an internal courtyard with the Malthouse Theatre next door.

The building itself is a local icon with its striking rusted walls and prism design by Wood Marsh.

Address: 111 Sturt Street, Southbank, 3006

Phone: 03 9697 9999

Gertrude Contemporary

Gertrude Contemporary has been offering space for emerging artists to display their career-defining work ever since 1983. Despite going through a few name changes along the way and relocation in 2017, Gertrude Contemporary has consistently been a leading centre for contemporary art and ideas.

Of course, being situated in Melbourne has meant Gertrude Contemporary currently occupies a converted furniture warehouse and exhibits work from both local and international artists.

Address: 21-31 High St, Preston VIC 3072

Phone: 03 9480 0068

RMIT Gallery

Don’t be fooled by the university students floating around, Storey Hall is also home to RMIT’s (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology) very own art gallery which showcases some of the city’s finest public art, craft, pop culture and design work. They host a selection of programs that coincide with the exhibitions on display so that visitors can get the full experience of the artist’s vision.

Address: 344 Swanston Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9925 1717

Heide Museum Of Modern Art

If you really want to make a dent in Melbourne’s expansive art trail, then take a trip outside of the CBD and pay a visit to the Heide Museum of Modern Art. The more rural location means the museum is afforded some 16 acres of land, which is used to site three exhibition buildings and a sculpture park.

The owners of the former dairy farm upon which the current museum is situated have a history that is well worth looking into (we won’t regale the entire thing here) but safe to say the owners, John and Sunday Reed, were pivotal in Australia’s artistic scene.

Address: 7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen, 3105

Phone: 03 9850 1500

Centre For Contemporary Photography

Photo snappers from the amateur through to the professional, meet your mecca. The Centre For Contemporary Photography exhibits photography work from artists across five spaces, and include works of contemporary fine art and indigenous photography, along with genres including portraiture, video, digital imaging and photojournalism.

The not-for-profit gallery also offers photography courses for shutterbugs who want to further their craft.

Address: 404 George Street, Fitzroy, 3065

Phone: 03 9417 1549

Scott Livesey Galleries

For an extensive experience of contemporary Australian and international art, look no further than the Scott Livesey Galleries. This exhibiting gallery hosts an ever-changing rotation of contemporary art from Australian and international artists. It’s a much more intimate space than some of the other galleries on this list so is easier to navigate, but is only open five days a week, with Monday being by appointment only.

Address: 610 High Street, Prahan, 3181

Phone: 03 9824 7770

Anna Schwartz Gallery

Anna Schwartz is a highly respected name in the local art scene so it’s not surprising to see her running her own galleries in both Sydney and Melbourne. Her Melbourne gallery features everything from striking installations, to drawings, to sculptures and anything else that captures the imagination. A must-visit destination for any real art lover. It’s truly one of the best art galleries in Melbourne, so book in a time now.

Address: 185 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9654 6131

Sarah Scout Presents

Established by Vikki McInnes and Kate Barber in 2009, Sarah Scout Presents is a private art gallery showcasing renowned and emerging artists across its suite of seven rooms in the Paris-end of Collins Street.

When McInnes and Barber first looked for a gallery space, they searched for something minimalist, a grey-toned space that would contrast with its lively, modern art. A place where art lovers could gather and appreciate the works of new and established artists while creating more opportunities for female artists. Make sure you stop by this gallery, as they have a vast collection of old and brand new contemporary art that pushes the boundaries and challenge the viewer’s expectations.

Address: 13/12 Collins St, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9654 4429

Flinders Lane Gallery

Located in the heart of the CBD’s laneway district, Flinders Lane Gallery has been exhibiting some of the best visual and multi-media works since the late eighties. This dynamic gallery has a diverse selection of artwork created by the best local and international talent. From sculptures, paintings to moving image art, there’s a wide range here.

Gallery Director Claire Harris is devoted to empowering these artists while developing a long-term working relationship with each one, as she believes it ensures an intimate and insightful awareness of each artist’s practice. Harris and the team at Flinders Lane are committed to nurturing each artist and helping their career flourish in the best way possible.

Address: Level 1, The Nicholas Building, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9654 3332

The post A Guide To The Best Art Galleries In Melbourne appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

Melbourne is widely regarded as Australia’s fashion capital for a number of reasons. Besides Melbourne’s plethora of menswear shops and mega complexes offering the world’s leading brands for all things suits and sneakers, luxury watches are also high on the agenda for the quintessential man.

Following our recent list of Sydney’s best watch stores, we’re heading south to track down the best Melbourne watch stores. Whether it’s your first Swiss piece or a luxury watch to mark a milestone, these are the Melbourne watch shops to be checking out for your next grand purchase.

And once you’ve bought your prized possession, check out these best watch repair & service centres in Melbourne to ensure they live a long and happy life.

Watches Of Switzerland

No stranger to the luxury watch market in Australia, Watches of Switzerland has boutique stores in the majority of major cities, including Sydney, Perth, Canberra and Melbourne – both in the city and at Melbourne Airport.

Their family-owned watch store located on Collins Street offers a service that is steeped in knowledge of luxury timepieces. It all began with Eric van der Griend in 1997 and has today grown to incorporate the help of his children whilst boasting over twenty brands and 4,000 references of Swiss watches.

Additionally, they are also the exclusive Australian retailer of A. Lange and Söhne timepieces. With no shortage of watches to choose from and the reputation as an official retailer of major brands across Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, you can bet that the boutique will have exactly what you’re after.

Brands (at Melbourne store): Rolex, A. Lange and Söhne, Jaeger–LeCoultre, IWC, Cartier, Tudor, Breitling

Address: 294 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9671 3388

The Hour Glass

Hailing from Asia as one of the most respected retailers of luxury watches, The Hour Glass sports over 40 boutiques across nine cities including Melbourne. Leading the advocacy of not just fine luxury watches but also the concept of horology, The Hour Glass endeavours to be the watch world’s leading cultural retail enterprise for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

They currently stock over fifty of the world’s best Swiss brands under the one roof.

Brands: Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Hublot, IWC, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, Rolex, TAG Heuer

Address: 257 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9650 6988

Panerai

If you’ve set your sights on a Panerai timepiece, then, of course, you could head to one of the authorised boutiques on this list, but for the best experience, you’ll want to go direct. Panerai’s store on Collins Street was its first to open on Australian shores. The 60 square metre store was designed by Spanish architect Patricia Urquiola and faithfully mimics the look of Panerai’s watches. The focal point of the store – other than its collections of gorgeous timepieces – is a huge wallclock that resembles a Panerai dial.

Brands: Panerai

Address: Shop 10/360 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9108 0639

IWC Schaffhausen

IWC is another Swiss watch manufacturer to have set up shop in Melbourne and can be found literally next door to Panerai, so you can’t miss it. As with Panerai, IWC’s Melbourne boutique was its first to open here in Australia, and the Collins Street location was chosen deliberately for its association with luxury brands.

This Melbourne boutique showcases a diverse range of the company’s watchmaking expertise, from simple, clean watches ideal everyday wear to sports watches and the masterpieces in the Haute Horlogerie collection.

Book via their website for an appointment, virtual consultations are available too.

Brands: IWC Schaffhausen

Address: Shop 9/360 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9108 0634

LK Boutique

One of the country’s most enduring watch retailers founded by Louis and Martha Kennedy is LK Boutique. The humble store began life back in 1976 and is today one of the most respected watch retailers in the country with five speciality boutiques located across Sydney and Melbourne.

The Melbourne boutique stocks everything from jewellery to accessories but it’s their watches on offer that shine the brightest. Names like Rolex and Patek Phillipe join an extensive range of some of the most esteemed brands to choose from so that even the most discerning horology punter won’t be disappointed.

Brands: Patek Phillipe, Rolex, Cartier, IWC, Tudor

Address: Crown Casino, Shop 17/8 Whiteman Steet, Southbank, 3006

Phone: 03 9686 7900

Vacheron Constantin

Another luxury watch brand that called Melbourne its first Australian home is Vacheron Constantin. Its store – also on Collins Street – welcomes customers in the world of the brand, not only showing off the various watch collections but educating customers about the history and tradition of the much-loved brand.

Aside from their luxurious, sporty and Patrimony watch collections, this exclusive boutique has unveiled its own range of restored vintage pieces from the Les Collectionneurs collection. Make sure you book an appointment via their website before strolling in.

Brands: Vacheron Constantin

Address: 88 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9228 7100

Piaget

While Piaget watches can be bought from authorised dealer Monards (mentioned below) for a direct brand experience you’ll want to head to the company’s boutique in Chadstone. A short trip out of Melbourne CBD sure, but that trip will take you to a boutique of sheer opulence. In true Piaget fashion, you’ll be greeted by an incredibly high-end store, with gold accents everywhere you look.

Brands: Piaget

Address: 1341 Dandenong Road, G-477 Chadstone Shopping Centre, Chadstone, 3148

Phone: 03 9040 4350

Hardy Brothers

Reputation plays a vital role in the local watch game and one of the oldest retailers of luxury timepieces with a significant degree of this is Hardy Brothers. 1853 saw the arrival of John Hardy into Australia from England where he shortly began trading from his rooms in Sydney’s Jamison Street which later moved to Hunter Street to become Hardy Brothers during the next eighty years.

During that period Hardy Brothers had spread its reach into Melbourne, setting up a showroom on 298 Collins Street in 1918. Standing the test of time doesn’t come easy. As such, Hardy Brothers has been built on reputation, quality of service and design through providing a unique shopping experience.

Brands: Baume & Mercier, Omega, Breitling, Bell & Ross, Zenith, Longines

Address: 338 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9624 5300

Monards

The Swiss watch specialists at Monards carry over twenty years worth of experience in the watch industry and know-how to provide a service with the utmost attention to detail. Being family-owned and operated helps this but it’s also the extensive range of brands which helps Monards stand out from the “Paris-end” of Collins Street.

The success story that Monards has written for itself has seen the business open the Monards Flagship Boutique in the Crown Entertainment Complex. They also sell luxury accessories alongside timepieces and a dedicated service centre for a more holistic retail experience.

Brands: Baume & Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet, Piaget, Montblanc, NOMOS GPhone: lashütte, Hublot, TAG Heuer, Zenith, Tissot

Address: Crown Melbourne, 15/8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, 3006

Phone: 03 9690 3566

Watchtime

Priding itself as one of the most trusted watch resellers in Melbourne, Watchtime has been dealing in pre-owned quality timepieces for over twenty years in the Block Arcade. All of their watches are guaranteed authentic and their service centre is run by a WOSTEP-qualified watchmaker. Their brand listing is extensive to say the least and also includes pieces that are no longer in production. If you’re after something special that no one else might have, this might just be the place for you.

Brands: IWC, Omega, Breitling, Tudor, Chopard, Tissot, TAG Heuer, Tissot, U-Boat, Vacheron Constantin, Cartier, Bell&Ross, Audemars Piguet, Hublot, Paneria, Patek Phillipe, Rolex

Address: 22 Russell Place, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9560 3936

European Watch Gallery

European Watch Gallery is one of the premiere dealers of high-grade timepieces in Australia. The business is headed by vintage timepiece aficionado, Shonie Herbath so customers will know they’re talking to a watch lover and not just a salesman. Herbath is also an authority in Patek Philippe timepieces and holds extensive knowledge of other high-grade brands such like Vacheron & Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Rolex, Jaeger Le Coultre & Cartier.

The store is conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD at 83 Collins Street which ensures that there’s a comfortable and discrete space for clients to trade and discuss their requirements. Client satisfaction and brand extensiveness make European Watch Gallery one to drop by.

Brands: IWC, Omega, Breitling, Tudor, Chopard, Tissot, TAG Heuer, Tissot, U-Boat, Vacheron Constantin, Cartier, Bell&Ross, Audemars Piguet, Hublot, Panerai, Patek Phillipe, Rolex, Seven Friday, Zenith

Address: 83 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9650 1511

The Watch Gallery

Joining the contingency of Melbourne’s reputable second-hand luxury watch retailers is The Watch Gallery. The shop has been running for over twenty years and constantly change their range to ensure that every watch sold is an original in its own right. Competitive pricing is also a winner in this fine institution conveniently located on 337 Collins Street.

Brands: A.Lange & Sohne, Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breguet, Breitling, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chopard, Hublot, IWC, Jaeger Le Coultre, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Vacheron Constantin, Zenith

Address: 337 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9670 4233

The Watch Culture

The Watch Culture is a family-owned buisness that has been selling, buying and trading pre-owned luxury watches since the late eighties. Their incredible collection of pre-owned watches has been hand-picked by an expert team, to ensure they’re all vintage and collectable timepieces. As well as selling watches from the finest brands, they also provide repairs and professional servicing.

Brands: Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Bell & Ross, Brietling, Cartier, Chopard, Concord, Girard Perregaux, Glycine, IWC, Jaegear-LeCoultre, Longines, Omega, Oris, Panerair, Rolex, Seiko, Sinn, TAG Heuer, Tissot, Titoni, Tudor, Vacheron Constantin, Zenith

Address: 1341 Dandenong Road, Level 2, UL40, Suite 47 Waterman Business Centre, Chadstone, Melbourne, 3148

Phone: 03 8564 8126

Elita Collection

Founded in 2019, Elita is a privately owned company supplying the most luxurious watches Melburnians can get their hands on. This company is based in Melbourne but has expanded its business, opening up stores in Hong Kong, New York, Moscow and Dubai catering to a worldwide market while being recognised globally for its exclusive range and quality service.

Brands: Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, Patek Phillipe, Rolex, Bespoke

Address: 450 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, 3004

Phone:  03 9088 0853

Jaeger Le Coultre

Also joining the long list of excellent luxury watch boutiques placed on Collins Street is Jaeger Le Coultre. Their range of men’s watches all shares clean lines that evolve into symmetry on the dial, adding a little finesse to your wrist. They also have many ultra-thin timeless watches available if you’re looking for a more subtle accessory that promises to never go out of style.

Brands: Jaeger Le Coultre

Address: 86 Collins St, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9094 5838

Bell & Ross

This iconic watch brand got its start when a team of watch designers and aeronautical control panel specialists joined forces to create a signature line of aviation-inspired watches. Bell & Ross has built a reputation for serving fresh contemporary pieces highlighting superb art and craftsmanship through their stylish yet functional designs. This Melbourne boutique is located in The Block Arcade, just a few doors down from Watches of Switzerland.

Brands: Bell & Ross

Address: The Block Arcade, 282 Collins Street Shop 23, Melbourne, 3000

Phone: 03 9650 7421

Read Next

• The Best Watch Brands To Buy Right Now
• The Most Affordable Watch Brands To Buy Right Now

The post Where To Buy Watches In Melbourne appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

We can all step into a gym and bicep curl or lat pull down our way to muscular glory, but these movements aren’t necessarily going to assist you in day to day tasks. Sure, they might help you score a date, or maybe carry a few extra bags of groceries, but for everyday tasks, you need to take a leaf out of Chris Hemsworth’s book and add some ‘secret’ moves into your workouts.Called functional training, Chris’ Centr team may refer to it as a ‘secret’ workout move (see: ‘the secret moves every workout needs‘), but they’re actually incredibly common, just occasionally overlooked. As Cameron Falloon, founder of Body Fit Training (BFT) tells DMARGE, “functional training is where you do exercises during your workout that are relevant to the movements you would do in everyday life.”

“The 7 primal movement patterns are: push, pull, squat, lunge, hinge, rotation and gait. For example, a deadlift will help you lift something heavy off the ground.”

Centr adds there are risks to be aware of if you don’t perform functional training movements: “If you spend all day at a desk and then try to jump straight into high-intensity resistance exercises, there’s a higher risk of injury if your body isn’t functionally strong.”Hemsworth’s training team adds some examples of everyday tasks that stand to benefit from functional training, “…think about mowing the lawn, weekend DIYing or helping Andy next door move his new sofa in. You might have even pulled a muscle trying to do these before. That’s because these involve big movement patterns, and need special cardio fitness and strength.”Cameron agrees, telling DMARGE, “In real life we operate on multi-directional movement patterns, so doing exercises, such as with cables that go across the body and also relevant functional exercises are incredibly beneficial. Also, exercises that resist rotation (anti-rotation) are ideal, for instances where you are loaded up; for example, carrying shopping bags on one side of your body. You want to stay tall and not fold under duress, so these exercises are very important.”So, that’s what functional training is and how it can help you, but what are some examples of functional training exercises you can add into your workout routine? We’re glad you asked.Cameron says some prime examples include, “Squats, and lunges in multiple directions or even lunges with an exercise ball that twists away from your front leg as you lunge.”“Pushups with shoulder taps, keeping your hips still and level when you take one hand off the ground and tap your opposite shoulder. Hip extensions – double leg to start and progress to single leg – and side planks with a hip drop.”

“Exercises done on one leg such as a split squat, or a one leg deadlift and more, are also great functional movements to add into your routine”

“Also, anything that involves jumping and landing”, such as plyometrics, “or some other cardiovascular exercise, such as a brisk walk, running, bike riding, swimming etc..something fun that elevates your heart rate.”The Centr team goes a little further, adding “Functional training includes multidirectional movements, putting an emphasis on our core muscles as well as various stabilising muscles to promote the flexibility and agility to move freely in daily life on all directional planes.”

Check out some of Centr team member Da Rulk’s examples of functional training in the video below.

But of course, your whole workout routine can’t rely solely on functional training, although it’s definitely wise to include some at least twice a week. We asked Cameron for another ‘secret’ movement that he performs on a regular basis to help him in his everyday lift.

Functional training is, therefore, an essential addition to your workouts, and you don’t necessarily need a gym membership to perform them, as many can be carried out using just your bodyweight at home. Incorporate these, along with some essential stretches before and after your workout, and you’ll no doubt notice the difference in the way you move in no time.

Watch how to get huge like Chris Hemsworth in the video below

Read Next

• Chris Hemsworth’s Bodyweight ‘Extraction’ Workout Will Have You Begging For Mercy

The post Chris Hemsworth’s 'Secret' Fitness Hack You Should Add To All Your Workouts appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

Hip-hop and high-end watches go together like Moët and Maybachs. Rappers love talking about and collecting timepieces, with some brands getting regular shout-outs in song lyrics and titles: Patek Philippe, Hublot, Rolex…Another watch brand that’s a favourite of the hip-hop elite is Richard Mille. Founded in 2001 by the eponymous French watchmaker, Richard Mille timepieces have quickly become part of the highest echelon of haute horologerie. Instantly recognisable thanks to their distinctive tonneau shape; highly technical construction and design; celebrity endorsements from the likes of Felipe Massa, Margot Robbie and Pharrell Williams; and an unmistakable air of exclusivity, a Richard Mille watch is like a ‘sports car for your wrist’ (and are priced accordingly).Many hip-hop artists own ‘Millies’: Post Malone, Travis Scott, JAY-Z… But Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill might just own the most bizarre and eye-catching Richard Mille ever. Performing at Wireless Festival in London earlier this week, Meek (real name Robert Rihmeek Williams) was spotted wearing a Richard Mille RM 020 Manual Winding Tourbillon Pocket Watch on his belt worth an eye-watering AU$692,000. That’s right. A bloody pocket watch.He was also wearing an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked, but who cares about that – a Richard Mille pocket watch? You’ve got to be kidding me.

The name of the watch tells you everything you need to know: it features a hand-wound tourbillon movement with a power reserve of around 10 days which features not only a power reserve indicator but a function indicator that shows the winding, neutral and hand-setting positions as the crown is pulled out. Meek’s example features a titanium case, but the RM 020 is also available with a rose gold case.According to Richard Mille, “the rhomboid shape of the chain links is a clear reference to the Column of the Infinite by [Constantin] Brâncuși, the brilliant 20th-century sculptor. In the presence of this piece, we oscillate between the two utopias of absolute time and infinite space.” Very high-falutin’.Richard Mille is known for making some of the highest-tech timepieces in the world, so a Richard Mille pocket watch is such a bizarre anachronism that it’s kind of brilliant.RELATED: This 1940s Cartier ‘Watch’ Might Be The Most Unique Timepiece You Ever SeeRichard Mille has form when it comes to making oddball non-watch things. Their most famous non-watch creation is easily the Porte-Bonheur Clock, a 3.5m tall, 2.5m wide, 1,913kg city clock created to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Quebec City that’s on permanent display in front of the Canadian city’s town hall. They also make a mechanical fountain pen called the RM S05 that has its own movement which retracts and extends the pen’s nib. Now that’s baller…

Read Next

• Michael Jordan Wears An Icy-Cold Rolex On His Hot European Summer Holiday
• Cristiano Ronaldo Returns To Manchester United While Wearing Surprisingly Humble Watch
• Brad Pitt Casually Flexes New Breitling Watch At The US Open

The post Rapper Meek Mill Spotted Wearing The Most Bizarre Richard Mille Watch Ever appeared first on DMARGE Australia.

Australian singles have been doing it tough during lockdown. We’ve heard all about the struggles of walking dates (which allegedly make what might otherwise be star crossed lovers ‘friendzone’ each other) and the toughness of being alone in a room, with no one to see, pouring your heart and soul into sourdough tutorials.It’s enough to make anyone bitter.

if you’re living with your partner during lockdown I would like you to know that I actively hate you

— Georgia (@georgiamariexo) April 27, 2020

But before you look at your coupled up friends and sigh with jealousy, hold on a second. Living with your partner during lockdown isn’t a cakewalk either, Heidi Gee, sex therapist and couple’s counsellor told DMARGE.In fact, she said, even though it might look like your friends in relationships have the perfect ‘2021 set-up’, social media could be hiding a much tougher reality – the pressure cooker of inmate life.“I see a lot of couples. Mental health and communication has been a struggle for a lot of my clients and a lot [are] craving that human interaction.”“It really puts things to the test – hey we’ve had communication issues and now it’s right in front of us.”She says there have been “intimacy issues as well… sex issues.”“These things are in the forefront now and I’m finding that a lot of my clients are struggling with this.”Stats from across the world show we’re not alone.

1 in 8 Britons living with a partner in lockdown has experienced doubts over their relationship and 60% of adults are reconsidering plans to have a child.

There are reports saying we’re heading for a divorce ‘tsunami’. The real story is more complicatedhttps://t.co/UT0xdtXT5U— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) July 12, 2020

It’s taken a lockdown living with my partner to realise that I’m completely unbearable in the kitchen. Total control freak. Appalling backseat cook.

If anything ends this relationship, it’ll be me jabbing at an otherwise happily bubbling sauce with a spoon.— Ash Sarkar (@AyoCaesar) April 16, 2020

Heidi tells us couples are now having to figure out: “how do we do date nights and quality time when we’re living under the same roof and both working from home” as well as “how to have those [deeper] conversations – that’s a big problem.”Heidi recommends, if you are living with your partner during lockdown, to try a few different strategies to keep the magic alive.One strategy is to have a routine. The other is to have some separation.If one person is working in the spare room, then have the other work in the dining room, Heidi gives as an example. Then meet up and “have a lunch break at this time.”“Have time apart. Go for walks on your own (or together if that’s what you want). Talk about how you can be creative and spend quality time together – not just Netflix.”“Connect – see it as a challenge – plan things you want to do after lockdown.”She also invited couples to “Ask what you want from your relationship and how to make that happen.”

“Make that time together special not just existing – try connecting and sharing energy and supporting each other because it’s f*cking hard.”

Fortunately, also, all you need to do is look around all over the world to see that we’re not alone. People everywhere have been struggling with being put in lockdown with their partners.

‘When you’ve got nothing but each other’s company, it’s like eating nothing but chocolate mousse!’

Vanessa offers her unique advice to anyone struggling living with their partner during lockdown.For more lockdown advice, head to our app https://t.co/fzVkLhLEFF pic.twitter.com/VQkrQtLzV4— This Morning (@thismorning) April 12, 2020

That’s not to say it’s all bad though. As Twitter attests, sometimes everything comes up smelling of roses (or charcuterie and champagne).

Toasting to a whole year of living with my partner. Mostly spent in lockdown, both WFH full time, and we still like each other – I’d say we have a good thing going on pic.twitter.com/qJuwHIGvgp

— Emma-Louise Hill (@hillemmalouise) July 1, 2021

You heard it here first. Now put Netflix on pause and go cook up a feast. Or go for a walk – on your own…

Read Next

• Sydney’s Lockdown ‘Buddy System’ Leaves Singles With Uncomfortable Predicament
• Australia Facing Loneliness Crisis, Relationship Experts Confirm

The post Hidden Struggle Facing Australian Couples Right Now appeared first on DMARGE Australia.