Do you know what it's like to live with fibromyalgia?

A condition that affects approximately 3-5% of Australians, yet is widely misunderstood.

As exercise physiologists, we've seen firsthand the challenges faced by those living with fibromyalgia. That's why we're on a mission to help educate people on what this condition is and how you can support those who are dealing with it.

We've seen firsthand how exercise can be a game-changer in managing chronic pain.

In this week's blog, we share some of the physiological ways that exercise can help alleviate chronic pain. From improved blood flow and natural painkillers to decreased nervous system sensitivity and improved joint lubrication.

But we don't want you to keep this valuable information to yourself. Share this blog with anyone who needs it, and let's empower more people to take that next step forward in their chronic pain journey.

Returning to work after an injury can be a challenging experience, and it's something that many people struggle with.

At Specialised Health, we know that getting people ready to return to work is often only the first step in the journey!

That's why we've compiled our top five tips for a successful return to work post-injury.

Outdoor exercise has become a favourite pastime for many, and for good reason.

From mental well-being to sustainability, our latest blog post shares our top three reasons for taking EP sessions outdoors.

Read on to learn how you (and your customers!) can benefit from exercising in the great outdoors.

Charles*, a 51-year-old pharmacist, found a new lease on life after working with

Specialised Health to regain function and confidence through exercise.

As he progressed through the program, he rediscovered his passion for cycling and landed a new, self-fulfilling job at a bike shop.

Read this week's blog for the full story.

As the world's population ages, exercise physiology is becoming increasingly important for maintaining function and well-being.

Here are 5 reasons why you should exercise as you age, including maintaining muscle mass, preventing falls, managing pain, improving social connections, and promoting overall health and well-being.

Exercise is a long-term investment in your function and independence, so start investing now!

Social interaction is a critical aspect of mental health and well-being, but in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected.

At Specialised Health, we integrate social interaction into our exercise physiology programs to promote better mental health outcomes.

Learn more about the benefits of social connection in our latest blog post.

Get ready to experience the best possible service at Specialised Health!

We know that customer satisfaction is everything, which is why we're always asking for feedback on your experience.

Check out this week’s blog to learn about how our data-driven team endeavours to meet the needs of those we work with.

Worried about the struggles employees face after a mental health claim? Our latest blog has the answers!

Discover "Creating Supportive Workplaces: How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim."

Join us in the mission to make mental health a top priority in the workplace!

Samantha*, a breast cancer survivor, was struggling with physical and mental exhaustion but with the help of our exercise physiologist, James, she was able to reclaim her independence and vitality.

Check out this heartwarming success story and learn how exercise physiology can make a difference in your life or the life of someone you know.

The key to creating and facilitating a successful exercise program lies in building and maintaining strong rapport. There is no doubt about it.

A positive and trusting relationship between an exercise physiologist and a client can lead to better outcomes, faster recovery, and an improved outlook regarding physical activity and health status overall.

We pride ourselves in building strong relationships with our clients, so how do we do it?

Exercise is an essential component of cancer care.

However, exercise prescription for cancer patients must be tailored to their individual needs and abilities, including their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

By matching gym exercises to ADLs, we ensure that the exercises are functional, relevant, and help cancer patients maintain independence and quality of life.

Check out how we do that in this week's blog.

Behind every great company is a group of individuals working together to ensure things run smoothly.

A huge part of that driving force here at Specialised Health are our team leaders!

Put a face to the name in this week's blog and find out what makes a good team, according to those that lead ours.

Recent research shows that exercise plays a key role in preventing and reducing the impact of cancer related muscle loss, and early intervention is crucial!

Read this week's blog to stay up to date.

The days of doing endless cardio without purpose are over!

Bring intention and focus to your training sessions this year with heart rate zones.

Calculate your personalised zones and learn how to train in them in this weeks blog.

Do you track your heart rate when you exercise?

If your answer is a no, we think you should change that!

Check-out this week's blog to learn about why heart rate tracking could be the game-changer you’re looking for in your 2023 exercise routine.

It has been a big year. You’re probably thinking more about what to make for Christmas dinner than about work right now…

As 2022 draws to a close, we asked the team to share some of their favourite client moments of the year. The little, everyday, feel good stuff that doesn’t always make it to the headlines.

Merry Christmas from the Specialised Health team!

Imagine if we could take the healthiest people in the world and ask them for all of their secrets?

Lucky for us, somebody did exactly that! Introducing the “blue zones”, global health hot-spots where people live the longest without chronic illness.

So what did they have to say about exercise?

‘Patient centred care’ has become somewhat of a buzz word for many healthcare providers.

We all want what is best for our patients, but how do we know if we are truly providing patient centred care?

This article lays out what it means to be patient centric - and how this applies to us as exercise physiologists.

Chronic fatigue can be hard to navigate - for everyone involved! Which is exactly why we developed the Bounce program.

Check out this week's blog for some first-hand insight into what customers can expect on the Bounce program.