What is Exercise Physiology?
Exercise Physiology is an allied health profession that uses evidence-based exercise, education and behaviour change to improve health and wellbeing.
An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) prescribes individualised exercise programs to help prevent, manage and treat a wide range of acute, sub-acute and chronic conditions.
- Individualised programs
- Evidence-based care
- Support for all ages and abilities
- Help with a wide range of health conditions
Zack Kromer
Accredited Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Zack graduated from UniSA in 2020 with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, followed by a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology from Flinders University in 2022.
With a lifelong passion for sport and movement, Zack believes in using exercise as medicine to help people manage health conditions, recover function and improve their quality of life.
He has a particular interest in neurological conditions, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), falls prevention and balance training, as well as helping people manage chronic pain and other health conditions.
Zack takes a friendly, personalised approach, combining education, achievable goals and enjoyable exercise to build confidence and long-term healthy habits. He believes movement should be accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ability or fitness level.
Outside the clinic, Zack enjoys running, gym training, music, movies, basketball and football.
Zack's motto: "Strive for progress, not perfection."
How can an Exercise Physiologist help?
- Injury rehabilitation
- Chronic health conditions, e.g. diabetes, heart disease, arthritis
- Neurological conditions
- Falls prevention, balance and mobility
- Arthritis and osteoporosis
- Cardiac and respiratory rehabilitation
- Strength and conditioning
- Disability and NDIS support
- Healthy ageing
- Exercise programs tailored to your goals
Working together for better outcomes
Our Exercise Physiologist works closely with our Physiotherapists and the wider team at Strathalbyn Physiotherapy to provide comprehensive, goal-focused care.
- Physiotherapy — recover and restore. Assessing, diagnosing and treating injury and movement issues.
- Exercise Physiology — build, maintain and thrive. Using exercise as medicine to build on your progress, prevent future problems and support long-term health.
What happens in your first appointment?
Your first appointment is a chance for us to get to know you, understand your goals and develop a plan that is right for you.
1. Getting to know you
We'll discuss your current concerns, medical history, goals and lifestyle to understand what's important to you.
2. Assessment
We'll assess your movement, strength, balance, function and any relevant physical measures.
3. Your personalised plan
We'll create a tailored exercise program based on your goals, abilities and what matters most to you.
4. Support and progression
We'll provide ongoing guidance, education and progression at a pace that suits you, with regular reviews to keep you on track.
Areas we serve
We regularly see patients from Strathalbyn, Mount Barker, Goolwa, Langhorne Creek, Milang, Meadows, Macclesfield, Ashbourne, Finniss, Murray Bridge, Victor Harbor and the wider Fleurieu Peninsula and Adelaide Hills.
- Strathalbyn
- Mount Barker
- Goolwa
- Langhorne Creek
- Milang
- Meadows
- Macclesfield
- Ashbourne
- Finniss
- Murray Bridge
- Victor Harbor
- Fleurieu Peninsula
- Adelaide Hills
Exercise Physiology FAQs
Common questions about Exercise Physiology at Strathalbyn Physiotherapy.
Not at all. Exercise Physiology is for people of all starting points. Programs are adjusted to suit your body, confidence and goals.
Physiotherapists often focus on assessing, diagnosing and treating injury and movement issues. Exercise Physiologists use exercise as medicine to help you build on your progress, prevent future problems and support long-term health. At Strathalbyn Physiotherapy the two work closely together.
We discuss your current concerns, medical history, goals and lifestyle, assess your movement, strength, balance and function, then build a tailored exercise program with you. Ongoing sessions provide guidance, education and progression with regular reviews.
Yes. Our Exercise Physiologist works alongside our Physiotherapists and the wider team at Strathalbyn Physiotherapy, so your care is coordinated in one place.
Still have a question? Send us a message or call (08) 8536 3303.
Ready to start moving better?
Book an appointment with our Exercise Physiologist and we will build a program around your goals, abilities and what matters most to you.
Send us a quick message and our admin team will be in touch within one business day.
Strive for progress, not perfection
Book with our Exercise Physiologist and take the first step towards moving better and feeling stronger.