Clinical Exercise Physiologists (CEPs) are university-qualified allied health professionals who specialise in using exercise as medicine. They work with people of all ages and abilities, helping to improve health, function, and quality of life through safe, evidence-based exercise and lifestyle interventions.
CEPs assess physical function, identify barriers to activity, and develop personalised exercise programmes to support individuals living with injury, chronic pain, long-term health conditions, or those looking to improve their overall wellbeing.
How a Clinical Exercise Physiologist Can Help
Clinical Exercise Physiologists provide tailored exercise assessment, prescription, and education for people with a wide range of health conditions, including:
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes and metabolic conditions
• Respiratory conditions
• Musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain
• Cancer and cancer recovery
• Neurological conditions
• Obesity and weight management concerns
• General health and wellbeing
Our Approach
As part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, Clinical Exercise Physiologists work alongside our physiotherapists, occupational therapists, specialists, and other health professionals to deliver coordinated care. Services may include:
Comprehensive health and exercise assessments
• Functional and fitness testing
• Individualised exercise prescription
• Disease prevention and management programmes
• Rehabilitation following injury, illness, or surgery
• Lifestyle and behaviour change support
• Group and one-to-one exercise programmes
Clinical Exercise Physiologists are trained to assess and prescribe exercise for people across the lifespan, from healthy individuals through to those with complex chronic medical conditions. Their role is to safely improve physical capacity, support recovery, reduce the risk of disease, and help people achieve their health goals through exercise.
While Clinical Exercise Physiologists do not diagnose medical conditions, they work closely with GPs and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate referral and ongoing care, particularly where assessment findings indicate further investigation may be required.