It has always been about movement/exercise as medicine for me - I just didn't realize I could make it my career until a bit later in life.

In 2005, after 11 years in the corporate world as a Chartered Accountant and Business Advisor, I decided to follow my real passion - exercise and physical activity for mental and physical health. First undertaking a Diploma in Fitness and then after several years as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor and Gym Manager I returned to study, completing a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) Class 1 Honours, then completed a PhD.

With over 9+ years' experience as an AEP, 10+ years as a PT and 2+ years as a health coach, I enjoy helping others improve their quality of life through physical activity, exercise and lifestyle changes.

In addition to having worked extensively with clients with a diverse range of conditions, I have a particular interest in Multiple Sclerosis (Honours project), Parkinson Disease (PD Warrior Trained), and Heart Failure (PhD Project). I have a strong personal interest in Resistance Training for health, disease and sport - personally starting my own resistance training in 1991 (yes, a long time ago) and then later competing in Natural Bodybuilding. I love feeling strong (also have a Black Belt in Shotokan Karate) and the training has personally helped me both physically and mentally and I love seeing others reap the benefits of exercise - mental and physical.

As a 2-year, Stage 3 Breast Cancer survivor, having undergone the rigors of chemotherapy, radiation and continued medication, I also have a personal interest in helping others pre, during and post treatment.

As well as running my own AEP business, I remain an adjunct lecturer and researcher at UNE. I enjoy helping the next generation of AEPs and collaborating with colleagues.

https://www.une.edu.au/connect/stories/2019/03/exercise-an-antidote-for-difficult-times

https://www.une.edu.au/connect/news/2024/04/when-exercise-is-medicine