To celebrate 30 years of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), we are reflecting on 30 stories which commemorate the profound impact the exercise and sports science industry and its professionals have had on our communities, and how they have benefited the health landscape in Australia. Hear stories from inspiring clients, pivotal moments in our industry, professionals raising the profile and more as we share them over the year of 2021.
Making Strides on the Gold Coast has played a key role in the amazing recovery journeys of Andy Hensel, paralysed motocross rider, and Alex McKinnon, NRL player, and many more.
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In late-2005, Accredited Exercise Physiologists were approved to deliver clinical exercise services for people with chronic conditions under Medicare.
Meet Isa, an 11-year-old boy, living with a rare form of mitochondrial disease. Isa's AEP, Jessica shares their journey on how exercise can empower children, no matter their health.
Our accredited professionals see a range of inspiring clients who make significant progresses in their life thanks to the power of exercise.
The role of exercise in cancer care has helped to significantly grow the exercise and sports science industry over the last decade thanks to dedicated to the cause.
Fasiu's journey is a success story for the NDIS of how exercise is medicine and the important role Accredited Exercise Physiologists play within this scheme.
The growth of our Sports Scientist and High Performance Managers, and ESSA's accreditation system, has shaped the sporting landscape throughout Australia and beyond.
After receiving an ESSA Grant, the Alpine Shire Pole Walking Groups was developed to support the Alpine Shire community impacted by the 2019-2020 bushfires.
As the industry grows so too does the niche areas in which exercise professionals play a key role. One of these areas is in neuroscience.
Our exercise and sports science professionals have helped to play a role in the growth of the para-sport space, working with para-athletes at a range of levels.
The 2019 NDIS Announcement is still fresh in our minds. This resulted in some exciting wins for our Accredited Exercise Physiologists providing support through the NDIS.
Exercise is beneficial for those with poor mental health or living with a mental illness. As the research has increased over the years, our industry has played a key role.
After a double lung transplant at a young age, Lara has incorporated exercise physiology in to her life to ensure she is fit and healthy for her upcoming second transplant.
One of the rapidly evolving areas of health care has been the promotion of physical activity in supporting women’s health before, during and after pregnancy.
A landmark win for ESSA was the welcoming of a $1.838 million grant in 2019, highlighting the government's support of promoting physical activity for healthy ageing.
ESSA's public awareness platform, Exercise Right, has played a key role in the promotion of exercise for everyday Australians and who the true experts of exercise are.
Richard and Matthew are one of only a few father and son duos within the ESSA membership, perfectly capturing how the exercise physiology industry has grown.
One health area which has continued to grow is that of "men's health" and the support our ESSA accredited exercise professionals are providing to Australian men.
