What is an Exercise Physiologist
An Exercise Physiologist is an accredited health professional who has studied at University and have a degree . They have extensive knowledge of the human body and the mental and physical benefits of exercise on it. Exercise Physiologists are experts in helping patients get fitter for good health and treating patients with a medical condition through exercise.They are so much more than a personal gym trainer, their knowledge of muscles, bones, cardiovascular system and endocrine system, and the effects that exercise has on these parts of our bodies is their specialty. An exercise Physiologist can prescribe exercise to either rehabilitate or for fitness , which may include :
* Pilates
*Exercise routines in the gym
*Advise on behaviour modification
*Plan healthy habits to manage any health conditions
Conditions which can benefit are from an Exercise Physiologist are :
*Depression
*Cardiovascular disease
*Obesity
* Diabetes
* Asthma
* Osteoporosis
There are many other conditions including strengthening after injuries ,rehabilation and weight loss.
Holistic Physio Fitness Exercise Physiologist
Here at Holistic Physio Fitness our Exercise physiologist is also an accredited Physiotherapist ,who works along side 2 other physiotherapists in our clinic. They are all qualified to work with children through to senior citizens. We have 2 fully equipped gyms and a fully equipped pilates room , to assist in any treatment , therapy or training.
If you would like any information please call us on (02) 9999-6666 or email on [email protected]