Exercise Physiology Battery Hill: Professional Support for Your Best Health

An exercise physiologist is a university-qualified allied health professional specialising in the delivery of exercise, lifestyle, and behavioural modification programs for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries.

Our exercise physiologists can help you improve your strength, balance, mobility, and overall fitness. We can also design programs to manage chronic conditions, reduce your risk of falls, and improve your quality of life.

The recommended frequency of exercise will depend on your individual needs and goals. Your exercise physiologist will work with you to develop a schedule that fits your lifestyle and preferences.

Yes, we offer convenient home visits to make it easy for you to access our Exercise Physiology services.

Exercise physiology and dietetics are complementary disciplines that can synergistically improve your health and well-being. Exercise physiologists focus on the role of physical activity in promoting health, while dietitians specialise in nutrition and the impact of food on the body. By combining both, you can achieve optimal results through a holistic approach that addresses both exercise and nutrition. This may involve tailoring your exercise program to complement your dietary needs, or adjusting your diet to support your exercise goals. Together, these two professions can help you achieve optimal health outcomes, whether you're managing a chronic condition, recovering from an injury, or simply aiming to improve your overall well-being.

Both exercise physiologists and physiotherapists play crucial roles in improving health and well-being, but their approaches differ. Physiotherapists are experts in diagnosing and treating injuries and movement disorders, often using manual therapy techniques like massage and joint manipulation.
Exercise physiologists, on the other hand, focus on developing personalised exercise programs to prevent and manage chronic diseases, improve fitness, and rehabilitate injuries. While there can be some overlap, physiotherapists are typically more hands-on in their approach, while exercise physiologists primarily use exercise as their therapeutic tool.

Of course you can! :)
Partner, family member, friend, carer, you name it. The majority of the time we want to incorporate a socialising aspect when exercising. Providing this person will encourage and motivate you, bring them along

No, exercise physiologists do not perform hands-on manipulation like massage or joint mobilisation. Their primary focus is on developing and implementing safe and effective exercise programs tailored to individual needs and goals. However, they may incorporate stretching and other forms of movement into your program to improve flexibility and range of motion.

Occupational therapists focus on helping people participate in daily activities and meaningful occupations. They assess and address barriers that may prevent individuals from engaging in tasks related to work, self-care, or leisure.
Exercise physiologists, while they can also address functional limitations, primarily use exercise as a means to improve health and well-being, focusing on physiological adaptations and fitness improvements.

Osteopaths are holistic practitioners who use manual therapy techniques to address musculoskeletal issues and promote overall health. They believe in the body's ability to heal itself and focus on improving joint mobility and function.
Exercise physiologists, while they may address musculoskeletal issues through exercise, primarily focus on using exercise as a therapeutic tool to improve fitness, manage chronic diseases, and enhance overall well-being.

While both exercise physiologists and personal trainers design exercise programs, their qualifications and scope of practice differ. Exercise physiologists have university degrees in exercise science or a related field and specialise in working with individuals with specific health conditions or needs.
Personal trainers typically have certifications focused on fitness and may not have the same level of expertise in working with complex medical conditions or disabilities.