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Exercise Physiology In Cessnock

The gym can be an intimidating place, but our clinic isn’t a gym—it’s a health partnership. Exercise Physiology at Optimum Nowra is about using movement to manage health conditions and reclaim your life. We don’t yell instructions; we teach you how your body works. Whether you’re managing diabetes, recovering from a cardiac event, or navigating chronic fatigue, we build a safe, structured program that meets you exactly where you are today.
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Who We Support With Exercise Physiology in Cessnock

We support those who need a safe and clinical approach to exercise but do not feel comfortable in a standard gym environment. Movement is powerful medicine, but it can be scary when you are managing a complex health condition.

We take the fear out of the process and put the power back in your hands. We design programs that respect your limits while gently pushing your capacity so you can feel stronger and more energetic every day.

Diabetes management
Heart health
Chronic pain relief
Injury rehabilitation
Weight management
Mental health support
Osteoporosis care
Balance and falls prevention

Exercise Physiology Services Available at Cessnock

Tailored Exercise Plans

We prescribe the right dose of exercise for you. Your program is safe, progressive, and matched to your health conditions and daily routine.

Chronic Disease Management

We use movement as medicine. Support for diabetes, heart health, blood pressure, and mental wellbeing simple steps you can stick with.

Rehabilitation Programs

After illness or injury, we focus on rehabilitation. We build capacity carefully so everyday tasks feel easier, at home and in the community.

Health Education

We teach the “why.” Understand your body, learn pacing, and see how activity can support independence and maximize autonomy without the overwhelm.

How Exercise Physiology Works at Our Cessnock Clinic

1.

Initial Assessment & Consultation

We talk about your current diet and health history. We discuss what you like to eat and what you want to change.

2.

Treatment Planning

We design a nutrition strategy. This includes setting realistic goals and simple changes to your meals.

3.

Active Treatment & Intervention

You start your new plan. We provide recipes, shopping lists, and tips to make healthy eating easy.

4.

Re-Education & Functional Training

We teach you skills for life. This includes reading food labels, cooking tips, and making smart choices when dining out.

5.

Progress Review & Outcome Measurement

We track your results. We check your energy levels, weight, or blood test results to see what is working.

6.

Maintenance & Prevention

We help you stick with it. We ensure you have the habits needed to stay healthy for the long term.

Meet Our Cessnock Exercise Physiologist

Sam Rundle

Sam Rundle

Regional Manager & Exercise Physiologist

BExSci, BClExPhys

Clare Caroll at Optimum Health Solutions, health and wellness expert in Australia.

Clare Caroll

Exercise Physiologist

Bach Ex Sci, M Clin Ex Phys, ESSAM, AES, AEP

Mithil Naidu

Mithil Naidu

Exercise Physiologist

MCEP

Travis Griffith

Travis Griffith

Discipline Area Manager & Exercise Physiologist

BExSc&Rehab

Adam Shephard

Adam Shephard

Exercise Physiologist

BExSc, MExPhys

Britney Pelle

Britney Pelle

Exercise Physiologist

BExSSc, MExPhys

Daryl Saulog

Daryl Saulog

Exercise Physiologist

BExSc, MCExPhys

Luke Caronna

Luke Caronna

Exercise Physiologist

BExSc, MExPhys

Thomas Jackson

Thomas Jackson

Regional Manager & Exercise Physiologist

BExSSc, MExPhys

Liam Farla

Liam Farla

Exercise Physiologist

BHSc (Sp&ExSc), MExPhys

Bryce Hansen

Bryce Hansen

Exercise Physiologist

BExPhys

Cameron Holmes

Cameron Holmes

Exercise Physiologist

M.Ex.Phys, BSc (Sports Science)

Ushan Samarasekera

Ushan Samarasekera

Discipline Area Manager & Exercise Physiologist

B.HSc, M.ExPhys

Jacinta Fletcher

Jacinta Fletcher

Exercise Physiologist

BClinExPhys

Zac Loewe

Zac Loewe

Exercise Physiologist

Bach Ex Sci, M Clin Ex Phys, ESSAM, AES, AEP

Nick Hooker

Nick Hooker

Exercise Physiology

BExSc&Rehab

Mark Cripps

Mark Cripps

Exercise Physiologist

Bach Ex Sci, Mast Clin Ex Phys, AEP

Dane Bowan

Dane Bowan

Exercise Physiologist

BExSc, SEP

Shane Cassel

Shane Cassel

Clinic Director, Behaviour Support Practitioner & Exercise Physiologist

MCExPhys

Tamara Dudfield

Tamara Dudfield

Exercise Physiologist

BExSSc, MClExPhys

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NDIS Exercise Physiology in Cessnock

We know that starting is the hardest part. That’s why we handle the logistics for you. We map your funding into a sustainable routine, ensuring you get the consistency needed to see real change without running out of budget.

Our “MDT Advantage” is crucial here. Your Exercise Physiologist talks to your Dietitian to align your fuel with your movement, and your Physio to ensure your joints are safe. We hold Case Conferences to ensure your team is united behind your health goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

An EP is an Allied Health Professional. We are university-qualified to treat complex medical conditions and injuries. While a trainer focuses on fitness, we focus on clinical rehabilitation and managing chronic health issues safely through evidence-based practice.
Only if you want to. We can prescribe home-based programs, hydrotherapy pool sessions, or clinic-based exercises. Our goal is to find a mode of movement that fits your lifestyle so you can stick with it long-term.
Yes, with an EPC plan. If your GP gives you an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan for a chronic condition, you can receive a rebate for a set number of sessions. We also accept NDIS, DVA, and private health funds.
Yes, that is our specialty. We are trained to monitor vitals and prescribe exercise within safe limits for cardiac, metabolic, and respiratory conditions. We start slow and build your capacity carefully.
Please give us 48 hours’ notice. We charge a 100% cancellation fee for late notice. This ensures we can offer the appointment to someone else on our waiting list and keeps us all committed to the routine.

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