Conveniently Active Exercise Physiology

25/05/2026

Recovering after Breast Cancer surgery can come with shoulder stiffness, tightness, weakness, pain, and reduced movement — especially following lymph node removal or radiation treatment.

Gentle, guided exercise can play an important role in recovery by helping to improve mobility, rebuild strength, reduce discomfort, and support confidence returning to everyday activities.

At the right pace, and when individualised, exercise can be safe, effective, and tailored to each person’s stage of recovery and individual needs. 💕

Our exercise physiologists, Tresna, Bree and Emily, are here to provide you with exercise guidance 😊

19/05/2026

Last week we had an incredible turnout for our education evening all about osteoporosis, osteopenia, and bone health as part of our program, The Bone Lab! 🦴✨

My name is Rhiannon, and I had the opportunity to speak about what osteoporosis is and the powerful role exercise plays in building and maintaining stronger bones.

A huge thank you to our wonderful guest speakers who joined us on the night:

🔹️ Nicky Saliba, dietitian from , who shared practical and achievable nutrition strategies to support better bone health in everyday life.

🔹️ Dr Vikram Sagar from , who provided valuable insight into bone density scans and their role in assessing bone health.

Participants in The Bone Lab have now completed their one-on-one assessments, attended our educational session, and today begin their 8-week group exercise program — all focused on improving BONE HEALTH 💪🦴

We are so excited to support everyone through this journey!

There will be more intakes throughout the year, and we are now taking expressions of interest for future Bone Lab programs. Please reach out if you would like to learn more! ✨

18/05/2026

Exercise is medicine in breast cancer rehabilitation 🎗️

If you are undergoing treatment or recovering from breast cancer, speak with an Accredited Exercise Physiologist or healthcare professional about safe exercise options.

Our exercise physiologists, Tresna, Emily and Bree, are here to help 🩷

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04/05/2026

Big news! 🎉

Tresna is now available Monday through Thursday (instead of Monday–Wednesday)!

If you’ve had the chance to meet Tresna, you’ll already know how truly wonderful she is. For those who haven’t, here’s a little introduction:

Tresna is an experienced exercise physiologist with a special interest in women’s health, cancer rehabilitation, and osteoporosis management.

She co-created our Bone Lab program at Conveniently Active, designed to help people optimise their bone health and build strength safely.

She also has experience supporting individuals through exercise during cancer treatment and recovery, providing tailored, compassionate care every step of the way.

Beyond her expertise, Tresna is incredibly warm, understanding, and easy to talk to—making every session both supportive and empowering.

We’re so excited to have her with us an extra day each week! 💙

26/04/2026

25/04/2026

Thanks so much for the kind review!

We’re thrilled to hear that people are enjoying our Bone Lab course and, more importantly, feeling more confident and informed about how to lift weights safely and effectively to support their bone health.

If you have osteopenia, osteoporosis, or you’re simply looking to maintain or improve your bone strength, The Bone Lab could be a great fit for you.

Send us a message if you’d like more details about our next intake—we’d love to help!

22/04/2026

We’re excited to share that a representative from Life Medical Imaging will be joining us as a guest speaker at our upcoming education session as part of The Bone Lab!

The Bone Lab is a 9-week education and exercise program designed for people with osteopenia, osteoporosis, or anyone looking to proactively support their bone health.

Here’s what’s included:

✔️ A one-on-one initial assessment with one of our exercise physiologists
✔️ An education session featuring three expert speakers: an exercise physiologist, dietitian, and radiologist
✔️ 1–2 group exercise classes per week across 8 weeks

Our guest speaker will be diving into DEXA scans and answering common questions like:

• What is a DEXA scan?
• At what age should I get one?
• How often should I be screened?

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, looking to build strength as you age, or simply want to better understand how to improve your bone health, this course is designed for you. Suitable for both men and women.

Our next intake begins in May, with after-work weekday and weekend options available.

This is run at our Erina clinic on Karalta Rd.

☎️ 4304 9101
📧 info@convenientlyactive.com.au

21/04/2026

Meet the newest addition to our clinic: VALD Force Plates 👟📊

These cutting-edge plates allow our exercise physiologists to gather precise, objective data — helping us design truly individualised programs tailored to YOU.

What can they assess?

✔️ How you produce and absorb force during movement
✔️ Balance and stability
✔️ Asymmetries and imbalances that may contribute to injuries or ongoing niggles
✔️ Strength and overall movement quality

Whether you’re rehabbing an injury, improving mobility, or looking to optimise your performance, these force plates take the guesswork out of your assessment.

Suitable for all ages — from kids and teens to adults and seniors — everyone can benefit from instant, insightful feedback to support better movement and long-term health.

Let us know if you'd like to hear more 😊

17/04/2026

Some of you might know that I have reintroduced running into my life, and I am training for a marathon later in the year!

Whilst it is tempting to just run, run, run, without strength training, we are more likely to get injured! Strength training is important for runners!

I have a long history of knee injuries, so keeping up with my strength exercises is very important, not only for my running goals, but for my everyday life!

Here are some of my favourite strength exercises to help support my joints as I gradually increase my running distances!

14/04/2026

Katie is running a half-marathon!

Yep, that's right! This weekend our amazing exercise physiologist, Katie, sets off to run 21.1km, and she is doing this to raise money money for the Cerebral Palsy Alliance.

We are so proud of Katie, 21.1km is such a huge distance to run, and all for such an important cause.

If you would like to donate, I will share this link both here and in our instagram stories.

If you are having trouble finding the link, please do not hesitate to send me through a private message or drop-in at reception next time you are in the clinic!

Well done, Katie! 🌟

Donation link: https://newcastlemarathon26.grassrootz.com/cerebralpalsy/katie-and-layton

12/04/2026

It’s never too late to start strengthening your bones 💪🦴

A diagnosis like osteoporosis can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean the story is over—it means it’s time to take action. Bone is living tissue, and it can respond to the right kind of care at any age.

Small, consistent steps make a real difference:
✨ Strength and resistance exercises
✨ Weight-bearing and impact exercise
✨ Nourishing your body with the right nutrients
✨ Building habits that support balance and stability

You don’t have to do everything at once—you just have to begin.

Progress is possible. Strength is possible. Starting today matters more than starting perfectly. And it is never too late to make a positive change.

If you are looking for some guidance as to how to lift weights and exercise for your bones in a safe and effective way, we recommend that you seek advice from an Accredited Exercise Physiologist 😀