Southwest Wellness Centre

01/12/2025

⏰💪You don’t need to wait until January to commit to being a healthier, happier you!

With the new year looming fast, now is the perfect time to get your health in check! ✅

Our team of Exercise Physiologists are here to support you make YOUR health a priority - they will teach you how to exercise in a safe, supervised environment and give you the tools to train effectively 🙌🏋🏻‍♀️

☎️ Contact us on (02) 4647 1134 to book your intial consult with one of our expert EP’s or book via the 🔗 in our bio

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26/11/2025

🧑‍🍳This week we asked the team what they’d be if they weren’t already working in their DREAM jobs with us 🥰.

From a firefighter 🧑‍🚒 to librarian 📚 our team have a wide variety of interests!

25/11/2025

☀️ Why Morning Exercise Can Feel More Challenging 😥

Ever wondered why morning workouts can feel like they’re much more difficult than afternoon workouts? It’s not just you – your body temperature is naturally lower when you wake up, your muscles and joints are stiffer, and your reaction time is slower. On top of that, your nervous system hasn’t fully “booted up” yet.

Hormones also play a role. Cortisol is naturally elevated in the morning to help you wake up, but your energy systems haven’t fully kicked into gear – blood sugar levels, hydration, and circulation are all still ramping up. This is why your usual pace feel harder than it does
later in the day.

The good news is you can take steps to make morning exercise more manageable. A longer warm-up, a glass of water, or even a light snack can make morning sessions feel better. And the more consistently you train at that time, the easier it becomes. So if mornings are your only time to exercise, remember that your body’s just waking up with
you, so don’t be too hard on yourself if exercise feels like a hard slog.

24/11/2025

🌟 Happy Monday! Our team name two things that make them uniquely amazing 🤩

20/11/2025

🥗🌶️Join our team at Southwest Wellness Centre! 🥦

Southwest Wellness Centre is seeking a dietitian for a contract role to join our dynamic allied health team. The role is for 2-3 days per week.

We are a multidisciplinary allied health facility with a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
We prioritise client care while also enjoying team events, fun challenges, and learning from each other (check out our social media for a glimpse).

This rewarding and varied position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients alongside a supportive team of psychologists, physiotherapists, podiatrists and exercise physiologists.

What We Offer:
🔹Competitive % dependent on experience and qualifications.
🔹Free gym access.
🔹20% discount on all allied health services.
🔹Inclusive and fun team environment.

Requirements:
🔹A dietetics degree and accreditation with DAA.
🔹Experience as a dietitian is essential.
🔹Drive, enthusiasm, and a passion for helping people.
🔹Enjoyment of working in a private practice setting.
🔹Driver’s license and own car.
🔹WWCC, NDIS Workers Clearance, Police Check.
🔹Experience with NDIS highly desirable.

At Southwest Wellness Centre, we aim to provide a high-quality service and experience for our clients, supported by a fantastic team of dedicated and passionate practitioners. Join us for an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a significant impact.

Apply now to become a part of our vibrant and supportive team! Send your resume with a cover letter to applications@southwestwellness.com.au

To learn more about our centre, visit www.southwestwellness.com.au.

19/11/2025

🌱 The Expectation Gap

We all carry quiet pictures in our minds of how things should look - our health, relationships, or even a simple day off. The expectation gap is the space between those imagined outcomes and reality. That gap often explains why we feel disappointed, even when nothing is “wrong.”

🍃 Health example: You expect that eating clean and exercising will instantly make you feel energized. Instead, you still wake up tired some mornings. The gap between expectation and reality can feel like failure, even though progress is happening.

🍃 Relationship example: You imagine a partner will notice your mood and respond with comfort. Instead, they’re distracted or miss the cue. The gap isn’t proof they don’t care, it’s a mismatch between your expectation and their awareness.

🍃 Daily life example: You plan a restful weekend, picturing calm and productivity. Reality brings unexpected errands, noise, or fatigue. The gap leaves you frustrated, even though the weekend still held value.

Reframe your thoughts!
✅ Notice when your expectations are rigid.

✅ Ask: What’s still good here, even if it’s not what I pictured?

✅ Flexibility shrinks the gap, turning disappointment into resilience.

👉 Remember: Discomfort often comes not from reality itself, but from the echo of an expectation gap.

18/11/2025

😮‍💨 Ever feel like your brain just… can’t?

You’re staring at a menu, trying to pick dinner, and suddenly it feels like the hardest decision of the day. That’s not just you being indecisive - it’s called decision fatigue!

Every day, we make hundreds of choices: what to wear, what to eat, how to respond to that message, whether to say yes or no, when to speak up, when to stay quiet. Each decision, no matter how small, drains a little bit of our mental energy.

By the afternoon, your brain is tired 😴

That’s why you might:

🔺Snap at someone over something minor

🔺Struggle to focus

🔺Procrastinate on simple tasks

🔺Default to “whatever’s easiest” even if it’s not what you want.

Here’s how to fight back:

🔹Simplify your routine: Fewer choices = less stress. Plan meals, outfits, or your to-do list in advance.

🔹Automate what you can: Use reminders, subscriptions, or systems that reduce daily decisions.

🔹Prioritise important decisions early: Your brain is freshest in the morning.

🔹Give yourself grace: You’re not lazy! Rest is productive and essential too.

You don’t have to make every decision perfectly. Sometimes, the best choice is to pause, breathe, and come back when your mind is ready.

17/11/2025

10 Year Club gets another addition....

Candice!!!

I have the absolute pleasure of welcoming our General Manager and Podiatrist to the 10 Year Club.

Today Candice has ticked over 10 years! And what a fantastic 10 years or has been,

I am so grateful for the contribution Candice has given to Southwest Wellness over the years, from her love of taking care of our clients feet to her passion for seeing our business successful, she has given 150%.

Candice comes with great discipline and attention to detail, when she needs to get something done then get out of her way, because it will be done. But then there is her soft and silly side. She loves to be silly, dress up and have fun with the team and most of all she has a giant heart and honestly is just a big softie under there. She loves to have a chat and is definatly not someone who is lost for words.

The staff and customers love her and we are so happy to have had her here with is for 10 years!

Happy 10 Candy!

Ps. Candice is also not shy in front of the camera :)

17/11/2025

13/11/2025

☀️ Exercise Safety Heading into Summer

Warmer weather is upon us, and Aussie summers are known for how hot they can
be! Exercise is important and beneficial year-round, and it’s important to stay safe while being active in summer – especially as temperatures increase. Exercising in the heat can@put extra strain on your body, so a few adjustments will help you keep safe:

⏰ Scheduling – Aim for early mornings or evenings when it’s cooler. Avoid the midday sun when UV and heat are at their peak.

💦 Stay hydrated – Drink water before, during, and after your workout. If you’re sweating heavily, consider electrolytes too.

🧢 Dress smart – Light, breathable, moisture-wicking clothing will help keep you cool. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are important if you’re outdoors.

👂 Listen to your body – If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or unusually fatigued, slow down and rest.

Summer is a great time to enjoy outdoor exercise, just make sure you train safely so you can perform your best and avoid overheating.

12/11/2025

Welcome to the 5 year club Andy!

I have the absolute pleasure of welcoming our Physiotherapist Andy into our 5 year club!!!

Andy started with us as a young whipper snapper and has now matured (a nice way to say we aged him) into an amazing wonderful physiotherapist that everyone knows and loves.

Andy has the largest heart, is full of passion and works so incredibly hard for his clients. He gives 150% is always thinking of others and is loved by clients and staff.

Aside from his big heart Andy likes to be silly and fits right in with the silliness of our centre, dressing up in his funny outfits or getting in a sumo suit and wrestling a podiatrist. He has a big heart and also loves big fun!

We are so thankful for the last 5 years with Andy and welcome him into our 5 year club with open arms! Thank you for everything you do! We love you!

Rebecca