Health information

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Real support for long term health

If you’re here, chances are you’ve reached a point where something needs to change. Maybe you’re managing a health condition, recovering from an injury, or just feeling like your body isn’t doing what it used to. Maybe you’ve got a doctor’s appointment coming up and you’re thinking, “I just need to get through the next week.” 

Exercise Right exists to help you move with purpose, and most importantly, with the right support.  

What you’ll find here is not about a quick fix or the latest exercise fad. This is about real, sustainable change. It’s about understanding your body, your condition, and how the right kind of movement can empower you to feel better, not just next week, but long into the future. 

We're backed by experts, not fads

Exercise Right is powered by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), the peak body for exercise and sports science professionals. That means everything you find here is grounded in science, not trends. 

You’ll find reliable health information provided by Accredited Exercise Professionals like Exercise Physiologists, Exercise Scientists, and Sports Scientists who specialise in exercise for prevention, management, and recovery. 

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How we help

Whether you’re at the very beginning, somewhere in the middle, or trying again after a setback, you’ve come to the right place. 

Throughout this site, you’ll find: 

  • Condition-specific advice – from arthritis to diabetes to mental health, we offer resources backed by accredited exercise professionals. 
  • Guidance from accredited experts – we connect you with the right practitioners, who are university-qualified professionals trained in clinical care. 
  • Supportive, inclusive health information – because good health belongs to every body. 

Take the next step

Exercise is medicine, but only when it’s done right, and tailored to you. If you’re ready to explore how exercise can support your health: 

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After a diagnosis

Received a diagnosis of a chronic condition? We’re here to help. 

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Downloadable resources

Search the library of resources on your condition or health issue. 

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Find an accredited exercise professional

Accredited Exercise Physiologists can help you manage your condition.  

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Mastering movement with Type 1 Diabetes

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