Client Success Story: James’ journey to independence

Today, Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Bella Vista and Balmain put the spotlight on one of our clients at Pymble who has Parkinson’s Disease and has achieved amazing results in a very short time!   This week is Parkinson’s awareness week – Today we are highlighting a shining star in the Pymble gym, James* (name changed for privacy reasons). James*…

The effect of Exercise on Sarcopenia & Frailty

Today, Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss how Exercise plays a critical role in preventing the detrimental effects of Sarcopenia and Frailty. Sarcopenia is a Latin word which means “Poverty of Flesh”.  It is defined as: “A decline in muscle function associated with a loss of muscle mass.” Sarcopenia is a consequence…

Free weight exercises

This week Longevity Exercise Physiology discuss free weights and exercise in the gym. Our Exercise Physiologists at our Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  locations use resistance training to help their clients achieve their goals.  Using free weights in the gym can be a daunting experience for the first time, however with some guidance on…

Annabel investigates….  How does social media affect your mental health and the motivation to exercise? 

With social media becoming a large part of our lives, it has been shown to negatively affect an individual’s mental health, which can decrease one’s motivation to participate in physical activity. It is crucial to understand your motivation to exercise. Do you exercise to enhance your appearance, or do you exercise for sheer enjoyment? Today,…

Exercise and Pregnancy back pain

Can exercise help pregnancy back pain? Back pain is very common during pregnancy and can be experienced during any trimester. Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss the common reasons as to why back pain occurs during pregnancy and how exercise can be used to help manage this pain. Some likely causes of…

Exercise & Mental Health

Today, Grayson Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss the effect of Exercise in treating and managing Mental Health conditions. Mental health is an aspect of health everyone has and is just as important as physical health. It can often be confused with mental illness; although the two are inextricably linked, mental health…

Exercise & Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Today, Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss the effect of Exercise in treating and managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).   What is PCOS? “Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common reproductive disorder associated with metabolic dysfunction and affects 8-13% of women.” Polycystic translates as ‘many cysts’. In PCOS, there are many partially…

Exercise Physiology Marrickville

Longevity Marrickville, offers Exercise Physiology sessions face to face within the gym, home visits, outdoor sessions, and Telehealth consultations via FaceTime or Zoom. We service many areas around Marrickville including Newtown, Stanmore, Petersham, Dulwich Hill, Sydenham, St Peters, Tempe and other suburbs in the Inner West and Western suburbs. Everyone can benefit from seeing an Exercise…

Why Grandparents should be lifting weights!

If there was a ‘magic pill’ for ageing it would likely be Progressive Resistance Training (PRT). Exercise is medicine, and PRT is a potent example because of its benefits in counteracting many age-related declines. What is Progressive Resistance Training? PRT is an approach to strength training where the load during an exercise is incrementally increased…

Welcome Ryan, Longevity’s new Exercise Physiologist!

Longevity Exercise Physiology Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay are very excited to welcome our new Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Ryan!  Ryan brings a dynamic combination of experience in elite strength & conditioning environments and a passion for clinical Exercise Physiology. Ryan currently plays AFL for the GWS Giants Reserves side in the…