Connect Exercise Physiology

15/09/2025

💡 Did you know that power (strength + speed) declines faster than strength as we age?

🏋️‍♀️ That means even if you can still lift something heavy, your ability to react quickly — like catching yourself if you trip, getting out of a chair fast, or climbing stairs with ease — can fade much sooner.

👉Training for power (think: quick sit-to-stands, medicine ball throws, or fast step-ups) helps keep your body responsive, mobile, and independent as the years go on.

Bottom line: Don’t just train to be strong… train to be quick too! ⚡

05/09/2025

Osteoarthritis education 😀

This week Thalia finishes her student placement with us, and she delivered a presentation on Osteoarthritis. In this session she took us through the most recent evidence on:

✅ What is Osteoarthritis

✅ How exercise can help improve pain and function.

✅ How much and what type of exercise to do!

✅ What other available treatments there are to support people living with osteoarthritis. #

We would like to say a big thank you to Thalia for helping out with all our group classes and individual sessions and wish you the best for your future!!

01/08/2025

Excited to support this match and all involved! Great people and a great cause!

2025 REP CHARITY MATCH
Saturday 2 August | 1:30–2:15pm | Court 2
Raising funds for Kids With Cancer Foundation Australia

REP OFFICIALS vs REP STARS
Every goal = $1 donated

Dress code: Pink or purple (tutus are encouraged) 💜🩷
Officials in blue 💙💙

Thunder Netball stars Alisha Perisic, Hayley McGruther & Eden McCosker will be courtside to cheer!!

What to expect:
A fast, fun, goal‑driven format. No bench‑warmers - rolling subs mean everyone’s in the game.

Get involved:
Nominate via your team chat. Then bring your crew, turn up in pink or purple, and cheer for every point scored. Together, we’ll hype the court and raise meaningful funds for kids who need it.

Big thanks to Connect Exercise Physiology - the local legends backing this match at connectep.com.au

Let’s get loud, play hard, and make every goal count.

30/07/2025

Welcome Thalia 😀

Thalia is a student in her final year of an exercise physiology degree and is completing her placement with us 🏋️‍♂️

You will see her across the next 6 weeks as she helps to support clients in session and group classes.

She is a local to Nambour and loves her dancing! It’s great to have you onboard Thalia 👏

22/07/2025

Congratulations to our very own Shianne, making strides in progressing with her PhD. 🎉

Lots of hard work and dedication 👏

10/07/2025

Client Spotlight 🌞💪 Age well - Live Well

Fred is 92 years young!

Fred proves that age is just a number. Every week, he shows up for his exercise physiology sessions with Shianne with determination and a smile.😀

At 92, he reminds us all that consistency, not perfection, is the real secret to staying strong and independent. He’s not just exercising — he’s inspiring everyone around him and nothing stops him. ❤

He’s our reminder that we are never to old to keep moving. 🙌

04/06/2025

💪 Exercise Right with an Exercise Physiologist! 🏃‍♀️

Exercise Physiologists are university-qualified professionals who prescribe safe, effective, and tailored exercise programs to help you move better, feel stronger, and live healthier — no matter your age, ability, or health condition. From chronic disease management to injury rehab and boosting everyday function, we’re here to support you every step of the way. ✅

27/05/2025

Happy Exercise Right Month! 💪🌞❤

16/05/2025

Good luck Erin and thank you! 😀

Erin has come to her final week of placement here at Connect and it has been an absolute pleasure to have her join the team for the past 6 weeks.

In this final week Erin delivered an education session to the team on hypertension (high blood pressure) and ran over the effects and benefits of exercise.

Did you know?

Regular, moderate exercise can actually help regulate your blood pressure by:
✅ Improving circulation.
✅ Strengthening your heart.
✅ Boosting energy levels.
✅ Reducing episodes of dizziness

Every little bit counts! Start small: Think brisk walking, swimming, or light strength training.

09/05/2025

Celebrate the Wins! 🙌

Pauline has been seeing Isaac in the gym across the last couple of months working on her elbow rehabiltation plan. She has been crushing her exercise program and continues to come back week after week. 😀

We are very proud of the progress Pauline has made in improving her strength and capacity for work and daily life.

07/05/2025

Age well, Live well!! 💪

Good people, exercise and some fun along the way 😀

Not a bad way to start the morning 🌞

02/05/2025

💧 Making Waves in Health & Recovery! 💪

Here’s a look behind the scenes at one of our hydrotherapy sessions - mobility, motivation, and progress that feels a little more fun! 🌊✨
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Aquatic exercise is a powerful way to improve strength, balance, and joint mobility with reduced impact on the body. Whether it's rehabilitation, chronic health condition management, or simply staying active, we’re here to support every step of the journey.
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Thanks to our client Brooke for another great session in the pool! 😀

🏊‍♂️ Smiles, support, and serious benefits!