Regular follow-ups with an Exercise Physiologist are key to staying on track. Whether you're managing pain, rehabilitating an injury, or working on your general health, these sessions help monitor progress, adjust your plan, and keep you moving toward your goals—one step at a time.
Follow-up appointments an Exercise Physiologist
The follow-up appointments with an Exercise Physiologist are designed to track your progress, update your plan, and keep you moving towards your health or rehab goals. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, recovering from injury, or just working on your general health, follow-ups are an essential part of the journey.
Here’s what you can expect when you head in for a follow-up with your Exercise Physiologist:
1. A check-in on your health
Your EP will start by asking how you’ve been going. They’ll want to know:
- Have you noticed any barriers or challenges to completing the movements?
- Any soreness, fatigue, or trouble with certain movements?
- Have you noticed any changes in your strength, pain, or energy?
Don’t worry if things haven’t gone perfectly, even if you attempted one movement or one walk, that is more than you were doing before. Look for the small wins.
2. Reassessing where you’re at
If it’s been a few weeks, your EP may repeat a few basic assessments. This could include:
- Testing your strength or flexibility
- Checking your balance or mobility
- Monitoring things like blood pressure, blood saturation or blood glucose levels
These results help guide any changes to your exercise plan, making sure it’s still right for you.
3. Adjusting your exercise program
As your body changes from regular movement, your Exercise Physiologist will make amendments to your plan and might suggest:
- Make your exercises a little harder to keep you progressing
- Change or remove any exercises that aren’t working for you
- Introduce new movements to keep things interesting and relevant
Everything will be explained in detail, so you’ll know exactly why each change is being made.
4. Ongoing education & support
Exercise Physiologists do more than just write up exercise plans – they’re a great source of knowledge and support. During your session, they might offer:
- Advice on motivation and staying on track
- Tips for managing pain, fatigue, or information related to your specific health condition
- Guidance on how to fit exercise into your everyday routine
5. Planning ahead
Before you wrap up, you’ll talk about what’s next, whether that means another session next week, or just checking in monthly. Your EP will help you build a routine that works for your lifestyle and needs.
Follow-up sessions with an Exercise Physiologist are where the small wins start to add up. They give you the support, structure, and professional guidance to keep moving forward – safely and confidently. With the right plan and ongoing check-ins, an Exercise Physiologist can help you build self-confidence and resilience to a healthier lifestyle.
Contact MyEP Exercise Physiologists today to book in your next follow-up session with an Accredited Exercise Physiologist on the Sunshine Coast.