Drew, our accredited exercise physiologist and exercise scientist can help individualise a program that caters to your specific needs to achieve great results. No two clients are the same, and Drew can help you find the perfect fit.
At Northwest Physiotherapy we have experience treating clients with a range of medical issues including:
Drew can help you develop an effective exercise plan to improve your strength and overall health.
While an exercise physiologists role might sound similar to a personal trainer, Drew has completed years of study to become an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Through this study he has gained a wide range of knowledge about the human body and the benefit that exercise has on it, both mentally and physically.
Seeing an exercise physiologist can have a lasting impact on your quality of life.
Drew has seen clients that have struggled for years with chronic conditions that feel dramatically better after sessions with him.
Drew develops indiviualised programs that cater to the specific needs of a client. This is the key to achieving great results.
As no two clients are the same, special thought to what will best fit the client, is necessary for achieving the best outcome.
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