Teamwork amongst Health Professionals

One of our biggest values here at Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Neutral Bay and Balmain is teamwork. We realise that a sole practitioner, no matter how great, we can only offer a client a finite amount of expertise. It is essential to work together not only within our own profession of Exercise Physiologists (EP), but also with other…

Exercise and Autism

Today, Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss the benefits of exercise in people living with Autism. INTRODUCTION Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is often presented with varying comorbidities that results in impairments in social communication and interaction, sensory abnormalities, repetitive behaviours and varying levels of intellectual disability….

The role of Exercise in Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) or peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a type of cardiovascular disease in which narrowed arteries result in a reduced blood flow to the limbs.   Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  discuss common causes of PAD and the important role exercise plays in managing and preventing PAD.  …

Exercise and Hip Bursitis

Hip Bursitis? Trochanteric Bursitis? Or something else? – A discussion around common hip pain and how to treat it. Today, Nate and the Longevity Exercise Physiology teams at the Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain and Neutral Bay  locations discuss a common chronic pain condition of the hip, outlining the anatomy of the condition, and leading into a…

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…