Exercise Scientist and Physiologist
Ryan is an Exercise Scientist and Physiologist, concurrently teaching in Rehabilitation Counselling and Health Sciences at La Trobe University. Ryan is completing a PhD investigating behaviour change interventions, such as motivational interviewing and positive psychology, to improve physical activity and mental wellbeing.
Drawing on more than 10 years of experience in health, exercise, and rehabilitation, Ryan combines the latest evidence with a person-centred approach to help people of all ages move well, feel confident, and thrive.
Who does Ryan work with?
Ryan works with individuals of all ages and abilities, including:
- Children and young people who benefit from fun, play-based exercise to build confidence, develop movement skills, improve strength and coordination, and achieve meaningful goals.
- Children with developmental, neurological, or disability-related needs, working closely with families to support participation, independence, and lifelong positive experiences with physical activity.
- Adults and older adults looking to prevent or manage chronic health conditions through personalised exercise and lifestyle interventions.
- People living with chronic health conditions, including:
- Osteoporosis and bone health conditions
- Cardiovascular disease
- Diabetes and metabolic health conditions
- Neurological conditions
- Mental health conditions
- People wanting to improve their overall health and wellbeing, including those seeking support with behaviour change, healthy ageing, and sustainable lifestyle habits. Ryan is also a Health Coach with Diabetes Victoria’s Life! program, integrating evidence-based health coaching with exercise physiology to help people achieve lasting health outcomes.
What to Expect
1. Screening and Assessment
We’ll discuss your goals, health history, and complete health screening, movement and fitness assessments to understand you the best we can.
We’ll discuss your goals, health history, and complete health screening, movement and fitness assessments to understand you the best we can.
2. Personalised Exercise Plan
You’ll receive an exercise program tailored to your goals, abilities, and lifestyle, whether that’s improving movement, managing a health condition, or building confidence.
You’ll receive an exercise program tailored to your goals, abilities, and lifestyle, whether that’s improving movement, managing a health condition, or building confidence.
3. Ongoing Support
Your program will be reviewed and progressed as you improve. Ryan will provide education, motivation, and practical strategies to help you stay on track.
Your program will be reviewed and progressed as you improve. Ryan will provide education, motivation, and practical strategies to help you stay on track.
4. Track Your Progress
Regular check-ins and outcome measures help monitor your progress, celebrate achievements, and adjust your program so you continue moving towards your goals.
Regular check-ins and outcome measures help monitor your progress, celebrate achievements, and adjust your program so you continue moving towards your goals.
Funding Options
Exercise Physiology services may be supported through a range of funding options. If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible for Exercise Physiology services under your funding, our team is happy to help.
Ryan consults from Thrive Studio All Abilities Gym in Coburg.