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Will I lose muscle while taking a GLP-1 medication?
This article was written by Imogen Nicholson, Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and Pilates Instructor. Medical weight-loss medications have revolutionised the way obesity and metabolic health are managed. For many people, life-changing! But there is one question that can make people second-guess their decision to start treatment: “Will I lose muscle while taking a GLP-1 medication?” […]
How exercise can help people living with dementia
This article was written by Alister MacInnes, Senior Exercise Physiologist and Exercise Scientist at The Biomechanics. Dementia is one of the most significant health and aged care issueIt s facing Australia, and it is now the leading cause of death in the country.1 In 2026, an estimated 446,500 Australians are living with dementia, a number […]
Young onset dementia and exercise: Where to start and why it matters
This article was written by Nicholas Lawlis, Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Centre for Ageing Research and Translation at the University of Canberra. Being diagnosed with dementia before the age of 65 is not what most people think when they hear the word ‘dementia.’ At that age, you may still be […]
An Accredited Exercise Physiologist’s guide to GLP-1 treatment
This article was written by Tim Douge, Senior Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). Obesity is a complex, chronic disease which is resistant and relapsing by nature. GLP-1 Medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy are acknowledged as an effective part of treatment for this condition, but their prescription has changed dramatically in the last four to five […]
Finding your flow: how to exercise safely during pregnancy when living with diabetes
This article was written by Elise Edwards (nee Hoyer), Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE) & Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) Finding out you’re pregnant is a whirlwind of excitement, anticipation and a fair bit of anxiety. Throw a diabetes diagnosis into the mix (whether it’s Type 1, Type 2, or Gestational Diabetes) and it is very common to […]
PMOS and exercise: why movement matters for more than just weight
This article as written by Alaina Tate, Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Accredited Exercise Scientist. You may have heard of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), but did you know that it isn’t just a condition affecting the ovaries, and you don’t actually need to have ovarian cysts to have it? Now known as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome […]
Women and heart health: why exercise matters at every stage of life
This article was written by Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Cardiac Sonographer Sophie Wright, founder of CardioCare Clinic, Bondi Junction. When we think about heart disease, many people still picture it as a health issue that mainly affects men. But, cardiovascular disease remains a major health concern for Australian women; and a woman’s cardiovascular risk can […]
Exercise and brain health after stroke
This article was written by Sarah Ashcroft Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP), Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES), PhD. After a stroke, the brain and body may need to relearn skills such as moving, speaking, remembering, or completing everyday tasks. More than 475,000 Australians are living with the lasting effects of stroke, so finding ways to support recovery […]
Chronic pain, flare-ups and exercise: how to keep moving safely
This article was written by Accredited Exercise Physiologist James Wallace, Director of Harmony Specialist Healthcare. You may have been told that exercise is good for you, but when you try to do more, your pain flares up. This can leave you wondering: “Am I helping myself, or am I making things worse?” Many people with […]
Mastering movement with Type 1 Diabetes
Written by Elise Edwards, Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE) & Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). If you are living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM), the relationship between your body and physical activity can sometimes feel unpredictable. One day a gentle jog keeps you perfectly steady; the next, the exact same route sends your blood glucose levels (BGLs) […]
Is it safe to exercise when pregnant if I have diabetes?
This article was written by Accredited Exercise Physiologist Carly Luff for Diabetes WA. Gone are the days when expectant mums were encouraged to take it easy and relax on the couch for nine months. While there are some activities that may need to be avoided or adapted, being active can help reduce the aches […]
How to improve your balance through exercise
This article was written by Accredited Exercise Physiologist Georgina Keogh-Fisher for Diabetes WA. If you’ve ever felt a bit unsteady on your feet, noticed your walking pattern has changed or found yourself worrying about falls, you’re not alone. Balance is one of those things we mostly take for granted, until it starts to feel […]