Exercise Physiology
At ELIA Lifestyle Medicine Centre, we believe in the power of movement to transform health, enhance wellbeing, and empower individuals in every phase of life.
Our exercise physiology service provides structured, evidence-based support designed to optimise physical health, manage chronic conditions, and aid recovery.
Situated at Sydney Adventist Hospital in Wahroonga, ELIA Lifestyle Medicine Centre brings compassionate, expert-led care with a wholistic approach, making us a trusted health partner for those looking to enhance their quality of life through lifestyle-based interventions.
What is Exercise Physiology?
Accredited exercise physiologists are health professionals who specialise in prescribing safe, effective exercise programs tailored to individual needs. They are skilled in developing personalised exercise routines for people with a variety of health conditions, as well as for those aiming to improve their fitness or manage specific health goals.
Exercise physiology differs from general fitness training; it’s rooted in science and involves a comprehensive understanding of how exercise impacts various bodily systems, including the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and nervous systems. This knowledge allows exercise physiologists to design exercise programs that can aid in recovery, reduce symptoms, and promote health in ways that align with an individual’s medical needs and overall goals.
Who Might Need Exercise Physiology?
Exercise physiology services are beneficial for people across various age groups and health backgrounds, especially for those managing chronic conditions, recovering from injuries, or facing challenges with mobility and physical fitness.
Conditions Managed with Exercise Physiology
By creating specialised exercise plans, exercise physiologists help individuals manage symptoms of chronic conditions, improve function, and enhance quality of life. Key conditions that benefit from exercise physiology include:
Cardiovascular Conditions: People with high blood pressure, heart disease, or post-cardiac events can benefit from exercises designed to improve heart health, reduce blood pressure, and increase endurance.
Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Regular physical activity can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, which is vital for managing diabetes.
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Musculoskeletal Issues: Arthritis, osteoporosis, and lower back pain are just a few conditions that can improve through structured exercise. By building strength and improving flexibility, exercise physiologists can help relieve pain and improve mobility.
Obesity and Weight Management: For those aiming to lose weight, exercise physiology provides targeted activity programs that are safe, effective, and supportive of long-term weight management.
Mental Health Conditions: Exercise is increasingly recognised as a valuable intervention in managing mental health. It helps to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, supporting emotional resilience.
The Role of Exercise Physiology in Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach to preventing, treating, and in many cases, reversing chronic disease by replacing unhealthy behaviours with positive ones, including a focus on physical activity, healthy eating, and mental wellbeing. Exercise physiology is a core component of this approach, as physical activity has profound effects on all aspects of health and can be transformative in disease prevention and management.
At ELIA, our approach to lifestyle medicine centres on empowering clients with tools and knowledge to lead healthier lives. Exercise physiology contributes by providing a structured framework for movement, helping patients not only incorporate physical activity into their daily lives, but also use it as a therapeutic tool. Through supervised sessions, educational resources, and ongoing support, our exercise physiologist helps clients build sustainable habits that enhance both physical and mental health.
Accessing Exercise Physiology at ELIA
Accessing exercise physiology services at ELIA Lifestyle Medicine Centre is simple. After an initial consultation to understand your health history, goals, and specific needs, our accredited exercise physiologist will work with you to design a personalised exercise plan. Sessions may include one-on-one guidance, educational support, and progress tracking to ensure that your program evolves alongside your improving health and fitness levels.
Our skilled exercise physiologist, Cassandra Wong, brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to each session, ensuring that every client feels supported, encouraged, and empowered to reach their health goals safely and effectively.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with our exercise physiologist, call us at (02) 9480 6140 or book online. We look forward to helping you achieve a healthier, more active life through the transformative power of exercise physiology.
The 7 Dimensions of Wellness
Lifestyle Medicine incorporates the whole person, with the understanding that factors in one area of life impact the other areas. Lifestyle Medicine uses the 7 Dimensions of Wellness to create a whole-person snapshot to identify where a particular dimension is within the Harm to Heal™ scale.