Meet Ash, Strive’s diligent Team Leader on the Gold Coast and exercise physiologist who believesempowering the body through movement not only boosts your physical health but has lasting benefits mentally and emotionally.
Now, over to Ash….
What motivated you to become an EP?
“I have always been fascinated by human physiology, and the mind-body connection. I grew up playing a lot of sports and loving physical activity and how it made me feel and appreciated what it allowed me to do in the world (work, play and connect). I believe every (body) deserves to be well, feel well and have access to live their lives fully. I felt a functional medicine approach was the most empowering way to help people achieve this! I was drawn to Clinical Exercise Physiology as I felt the practice equipped me with the skills to support people in vulnerable times of their lives, to re-learn how to return their body, improve their mental wellbeing and realise their natural state of wellness. My favourite part of being an EP is that we get to help teach people how to unlock their own innate capabilities for healing, strength, and adaptability.”
What motivated you to practice in Occ Rehab?
“I love working in the Occ Rehab space as I get to utilise my skills and passion for supporting people across many different domains of their lives (i.e. their home, community, and the place where they spend most of their waking hours – the workplace).”
What motivates you to move, personally?
“Personally, I love to move my body, it’s my favourite playground to explore! I am grateful for how it makes me feel and what it allows me to do, functionally. I am focused on moving my body regularly and mindfully now so I can remain well and turn up my best self for those around me, but also to improve my health span for later down the track! I enjoy getting outdoors and exploring our beautiful natural world. You’ll find me jogging in nature, surfing at the beach, practicing yoga or giving any ball / racquet sport a good go (despite my lacklustre performance).
What motivates you every day to get your Client’s moving?
“I believe all people deserve to be able to engage fully in their occupation and feel connected to their purpose, community, and sense of self. When an injury or illness prevents someone from being able to do so, it impacts so many facets of their life, their family and broader community. Therefore, I am deeply motivated and constantly inspired to work in the Occ Rehab space. I feel honoured and privileged when our Client’s allow us to walk alongside their recovery journey, and help them to find meaningful, safe and durable ways to get them moving again back towards their purpose, and achieve their goals.”
How to refer to a Strive EP?
To get in touch with one of our wonderful exercise physiologists, click here for a quick referral… or give us a call on 1300 361 953 to chat more, our EPs love to talk all things movement!
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