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Our Exercise Physiologists

Meet Our Expert Exercise Physiology Team

At Healthy Connections, our dedicated team of university-qualified Exercise Physiologists (EPs) is here to help you move better, feel stronger and live well.

Each team member brings unique expertise and advanced training in specialty areas - from chronic disease management and injury recovery to women’s health and neurological conditions.

Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply want to stay active and independent, we tailor your care to suit your health goals and lifestyle.

Karen

Head of Allied Health | Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Human Movement Studies, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Valedictorian), Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Exercise & Sports Science Australia, Pilates Certifications, Diploma in Dementia Care, Community Health Promotion

Specialty Areas

  • Bone health
  • Women’s health
  • Reformer Pilates
  • Community health promotion and engagement

Rick

Team Lead - Exercise Physiology & Remedial Massage | Senior Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours, First Class)

Specialty Areas

  • Behaviour change
  • Exercise interventions
  • Chronic pain management
  • Psychosocial approaches to health and wellbeing

Lauren

Senior Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science, Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Certificate III + IV in Fitness, Level 1 Pilates Qualification

Specialty Areas

  • Musculoskeletal injuries
  • Functional movement
  • Movement efficiency
  • Complex pain and building trust with movement

Sophie

Senior Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Class 1 Honours), Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education & Management, Accredited Exercise Physiologist, BEAT IT Diabetes Trainer, My Health for Life Facilitator, Diploma in Dementia Care, Pilates Certification

Specialty Areas

  • Diabetes education and management
  • Exercise prescription for breast cancer and dementia
  • Cardiac and shoulder-specific rehabilitation

Tiffany

Senior Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Accredited Exercise Physiologist, My Health for Life Facilitator, BEAT IT Diabetes Trainer, Pilates certification

Specialty Areas

  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
  • Diabetes management
  • Behaviour change

Lachlan

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science (Honours), Clinical Exercise Physiology

Specialty Areas

  • Men’s health and wellbeing
  • Cardiovascular health and rehabilitation
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Renee

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Cert III & IV in Fitness, Level 1 Pilates Instructor

Specialty Areas

  • Community-based group exercise programs
  • Strength and balance training for older adults
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Intermediate Pilates for rehabilitation

Mikaela

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology, ESSA Accredited EP, Certified in Matwork, Reformer Pilates

Specialty Areas

  • Exercise and health management for people living with disabilities (NDIS)
  • Sports-specific rehabilitation
  • Paediatric exercise programs
  • Matwork & reformer Pilates

Chloe

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, ESSA Accredited EP

Specialty Areas

  • Exercise oncology
  • Cancer treatment support
  • Exercise management for chronic disease and people living with disabilities
  • Paediatric exercise programs

Kirstie

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Accredited Exercise Scientist, Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Specialty Areas

  • Women’s health and pre/postnatal care
  • Exercise oncology
  • Cancer rehabilitation
  • Neurological conditions
  • Injury prevention and rehabilitation

Jinsong

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Specialty Areas

  • Musculoskeletal injuries
  • Strength and conditioning
  • Functional movement and balance
  • Sports-specific and athletic development

How We Can Support You

No matter where you’re starting from or what your goals are, our Exercise Physiologists offer flexible support to meet your needs:

1:1 Individual Sessions
Personalised sessions tailored to your health needs, goals and pace - ideal for recovery, chronic conditions or building strength with confidence.

Small Group Clinical Programs
Join a supportive, structured program focused on specific goals like falls prevention, diabetes management, pain relief or rehab. Led by our EPs or Physiotherapists, these programs offer expert guidance in a social, friendly setting. Learn more

Assessment + Program → Member Sessions
Prefer to work independently? Start with a personalised assessment and program from one of our EPs, then continue with Member Exercise Sessions using our clinic gym and equipment. Self-paced, flexible and supportive.

Why Choose Healthy Connections?

  • Personalised, goal-based programs
  • Allied health professionals with specialty training
  • Support for chronic conditions, injury recovery, ageing and disability
  • Medicare, DVA, NDIS, private health & aged care funding accepted

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