Fundamental Physiology

🎉 Welcome to the team Jack 🎉

We’re pleased to announce that Jack has officially joined the Fundamental Physiology crew! 👏

Jack is currently completing his final year of Exercise Physiology and is working with us as an Allied Health Assistant and Personal Trainer while he finishes his studies.

Friendly, easy-going and passionate about helping people take control of their health and fitness, Jack is committed to creating a positive and supportive environment for everyone he works with.

Jack’s areas of interest include:
🏋️ Sport & Occupation-Specific Strength & Conditioning
💪 Strength & Performance
🩺 Chronic Condition Management
👴 Healthy Ageing
🧠 Mental Health

When he’s not studying, you’ll usually find Jack watching sport — particularly AFL — staying active or enjoying a coffee at a local café. ☕️

We’re excited to have Jack on board and look forward to seeing him continue to develop his skills and grow as an Exercise Physiologist.

Welcome to the team, Jack! 👊

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Did you know that if exercise were a medication, it would likely be one of the most prescribed treatments in the world?

Exercise isn’t just about weight loss or building muscle. It’s one of the few interventions that benefits nearly every organ system in your body.

✔️ Improves heart health
✔️ Strengthens muscles and bones
✔️ Reduces anxiety and depression
✔️ Improves sleep
✔️ Helps prevent chronic disease
✔️ Supports brain function
✔️ Boosts energy
✔️ Improves longevity and quality of life

As Exercise Physiologists, we don’t prescribe exercise because it’s trendy—we prescribe it because decades of research consistently show it’s one of the most effective tools for improving health and function.

The goal isn’t to be perfect. The goal is to move consistently.

🏃Thinking about starting running? Read this first🏃‍♀️

Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise—but it’s also one of the easiest to overdo when you’re just starting out.

As an Exercise Physiologist, these are the five things I wish every new runner knew:
✅ Slow down—easy runs build your aerobic base and reduce injury risk.
✅ Strength train-strong muscles and tendons make better runners.
✅ Progress gradually-your fitness improves faster than your body’s tissues
adapt.
them.
✅ Prioritise recovery—your body gets stronger between sessions, not during
✅ Don’t chase perfect technique-find a running style that works for your body.

Remember, the goal isn’t to run the furthest or the fastest on day one-it’s to still be running six months from now.

Whether your goal is your first 5 km, a half marathon, or simply improving your health, building a solid foundation will always outperform rushing the process.

What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to running? Let me know in the
comments!

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It’s more than a name change—it’s about recognising that this condition is far more than “cysts on the ovaries.” Better understanding leads to better conversations, better treatment, and better outcomes. 💚

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Fundamental Physiology is looking for an Accredited Exercise Physiologist - based on the South Side of Canberra - with a passion for helping a variety of clients of different ages, conditions, and abilities.
We provide one-on-one and group sessions both within a clinical setting and via home visits. A fuel allowance is provided for home visits and community outings. We encourage weekly meetings and catch-ups as part of our growth and development and offer a CPD allowance, as well as funding for ESSA accreditation. We also coordinate regular meetings with local allied health professionals, doctors, and specialists for educational sessions.
As an Exercise Physiologist at Fundamental Physiology, your day may include
Working within a commercial gym, conducting home visits, and supporting online and virtual clients.
Delivering high-quality exercise physiology services to a range of clients, including those undergoing injury rehabilitation, NDIS participants, aged care clients, athletes, and more.
Assessing client capabilities and providing services tailored to measured outcomes and personal goals.
Communicating with Support Coordinators, Local Area Coordinators, and other professionals or third-party stakeholders regarding service plans and client progress.
Industry-Leading Support and Benefits
Flexibility in your working day - this isn’t your typical 9-to-5 career. Work-from-home opportunities are available in some instances, and we will help you build a schedule that suits your lifestyle.
Clearly defined career progression pathways
Free professional development to maintain your ESSA accreditation
PD budget to attend external events
Free membership to Club Lime and HIIT Republic

Strong men speak up. Strong men listen. Take the time to check in. A simple message could make all the difference 💙

It’s time to start training your core!

Here’s what you need to know about SMR!

Australians shouldn’t be paying tax on essential healthcare, but right now, they do.

Exercise physiologists are essential to help people manage conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and mental illness. But there’s a catch: it’s still taxed.

Under current legislation, exercise physiology is still subject to the Goods and Services Tax (GST). That means Australians pay an extra 10% every time they see an exercise physiologist.

What this means

Higher costs for patients managing chronic illness and injury
Barriers to access for vulnerable communities
Disincentives to use effective, preventive care

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