Exercise Physiology

What is exercise physiology?

• An “Accredited Exercise Physiologist” (AEP) is a tertiary qualified Allied Health Professional.
• They design and deliver exercise programs for the individual.
• They specialise in exercise for rehabilitation, exercise for health and well being, chronic and complex medical conditions, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, work conditioning and improvements in sports performance.
• AEPs are trained in preventing the onset of disease through exercise and lifestyle modification, in the treatment of disease, understanding interactions of exercise and pharmacology, managing multiple medical conditions, attending to the risk factor, health education and in providing post-acute exercise rehabilitation.
• Exercise Physiologists are 4-year university qualified allied health professionals.
• EPs provide physical activity and behaviour change support for clients with conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, depressions, cancer, arthritis, COPD and many more.
• Accredited exercise physiologistsTM (AEPs) are recognised as allied health professionals.
• They are eligible to register with Medicare Australia, the Department of Veterans Affairs and have recognition among a number of health insurers.
• At a state level, EPs are included within health professional awards and in compensation schemes akin to other mainstream health professionals.

Exercise Physiology FAQ

What is Exercise Physiology?

• Exercise Physiologists are 4-year university qualified allied health professionals who specialise in the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries.

Do i need to train with a Exercise Physiologist?

• If you are suffering from a condition that effecting your life experience, then a Exercise Physiologist may help you.
• See your medical practitioner to see if a exercise program may help your life style.

Can i receive the medicare rebate for a Exercise Physiologist training?

• See your medical practitioner to find out if you are eligible to receive the medicare rebate for a exercise physiologist.
• Then book to be assessed by one of our Exercise Physiologists.

Exercise Physiology Research

What is Exercise Physiology? An “Accredited Exercise Physiologist” (AEP) is a tertiary qualified Allied Health Professional. They design and deliver exercise programs for the individual. They specialise in exercise for rehabilitation, exercise for health and well being, chronic and complex medical conditions, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, work conditioning and improvements in sports performance.  AEPs are trained in preventing the onset of disease through exercise and lifestyle modification, in the treatment of disease, understanding interactions of exercise and pharmacology, managing multiple medical conditions, attending to the risk factor, health education and in providing post-acute exercise rehabilitation.