What is Exercise Physiology?
Exercise physiology (EP) is the study of how the human body responds to exercise both short and long term. EP'S study how exercise can treat and prevent chronic disease and manage symptoms.
Pathology domains covered by the services of EPs include cardiovascular, metabolic, neurological, musculoskeletal, cancers, kidney, respiratory / pulmonary and mental health, and any other conditions for which there is evidence that exercise can improve the client’s clinical status.
Exercise physiologists (EPs) are university qualified allied health professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design, deliver and evaluate safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities.
Exercise Physiology is offered under Medicare and some private health funds. To book in for a Medicare rebated session, you need a referral from your GP.
Meet Nat
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Bachelor Degree Sport & Exercise Science
Certificate IV Personal Trainer
Certificate III Group Fitness
With 10 years experience, Nat is a highly qualified Pilates instructor, PT & ESSA accredited exercise physiologist, with a special interest in supporting women and AFABs to navigate preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause and healthy ageing. As an exercise physiologist, she is uniquely qualified in supporting all those wishing to adopt or return to exercise when challenged by confidence, injury or disability.
Nat provides a safe, non judgmental space, whilst facilitating fitness for all levels, ages and genders. Nat's infectious and motivational style is well-appreciated by her clients, who credit her with their success in maintaining and enjoying regular exercise.
Nat is available both online and in-person (in her studio in Collingwood, Melbourne).
Believing in the transformative power of movement, Nat’s motivation is to help more people to connect with exercise in an enjoyable yet challenging way, whilst maintaining motivation and consistency. Whatever your goal, Nat will help you to discover and achieve your movement, strength and fitness goals. Collaborative care is cornerstone of her practice.
Exercise physiology (EP) is the clinical practice of individualised, evidence-based exercise prescription. Like all clinical interventions, nuanced consideration leads to best outcomes, allowing exercise accessibility for everyone.
Nat can help you with exercise for:
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preconception, including during IVF treatments
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pregnancy
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postpartum
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menstrual cycle issues, including pain, PMS & PMDD
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the menopausal transition
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return to or entry to exercise
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weight loss and maintenance
- Chronic disease management including:
- type 2 diabetes
- cardiovascular disease
- breast cancer, survival and beyond
- arthritis
- MS
- Osteoporosis
You may decide to see Nat as a one-off to discuss strategies for your fitness journey, or you may elect to see her regularly as part of your health routine.
Nat's Vision
"I'm passionate about people, movement and learning. I want to help everyone to connect with exercise which they are excited about, feel challenged by, and to have fun while doing it. My personal motivation at work is to use my expertise in exercise and health behaviour change to promote healthy ageing, and to ultimately motivate people to live fuller, healthier and more active lives."
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