Acacia Exercise Physiology

At Acacia, we believe in respecting your choices and preferences every step of the way.

Whether you're setting goals or exploring movement your autonomy matters!

🌿 Are you ready to start your fitness journey but feel overwhelmed walking into a gym? Build your confidence in our welcoming studio where our Exercise Physiologist will guide you through the fundamental movement patterns (squat, hinge, press and pulls) in a personalised approach.

🌿 Join today for 1:1 coaching or grab a few friends and build your confidence in a semi-private session! DM us today and we can help get you moving.

Empower your fitness journey with our Women's Circuit Session! 💪 Unleash your strength, boost your confidence, and join a supportive community of fierce females breaking barriers together. Let's redefine what it means to be strong, inside and out!

🌿Book online to get started!

It is time to return to the clinic after welcoming our beautiful baby boy into this world.

I will be returning to the clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting from Tuesday the 6th of February. Appointments are limited therefore if you would like to book an appointment please get in touch via DM or phone ASAP.

Online bookings are disabled at the moment but will be available again soon.

Looking forward to seeing all my wonderful clients again and can't wait to see what 2024 has in store for Acacia Exercise Physiology.

Phone 0493 469 239 to book an appointment.

When I was first starting out in the fitness industry I was like many of you and I was caught up in the toxic fitness culture of all or nothing. I was stuck in a cycle of yoyo dieting and punishing myself with exhausting exercise sessions for falling off the “bandwagon.” The thought of having the perfect before and after photo was the most important aspect of my exercising and dieting.

It wasn’t until many years later after my own health issues and listening to other womens battles of trying to lose weight I thought there must be a better option to exercise without the need to punish ourselves.I had lost my love for movement and dreaded having to workout.

After doing my own research I stumbled across the concept of intuitive movement and nutrition. After going down a rabbit hole I knew I wanted to implement these concepts on a personal level but also as a health professional. This is where the idea of opening a private studio space dedicated to mindful movement came to life.

I sought guidance from .masson_ep to build a better understanding of how to align my work and personal life in a weight neutral manner. I am continuing to develop my understanding in this area and every day I have to work on my own internalised fatphobia. 2024 is looking bright and I can not wait to return to work with my current and new clients to find suitable sustainable movement options for you and work together to build healthier relationships with movement and ourselves.

Know that you always have the power to say no to toxic fitness and diet culture and say yes to intuitive movement and nutrition. Health is not determined by the number on the scales!

We are moving to a new location. We have created our new clinic to be a space where you can explore movement without judgement. We are dedicated to providing you with a space where we can support you in a respectful and sustainable way during your movement journey. If you have any questions regarding the move please feel free to contact us.

📆 Opening Monday 3rd July 2023

📍 84 Peg Leg Road, Sailors Gully, VIC 3556

📞 0493 469 239

💻 [email protected]

Intuitive movement is adapted from the Intuitive Eating framework created by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. Intuitive movement is an approach that builds a sustainable, joyful and life enhancing relationship with movement.

Keep on swiping to learn how to implement intuitive movement into your lifestyle.

Hey! 👋 I'm Katie I am the owner of Acacia Exercise Physiology. Since I have been missing in action for a while, I thought I would take the time to reintroduce myself.

Get to know me with 10 random facts about me!

1. I’m an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and I am passionate about helping people build a positive relationship with movement.

2. I first became a personal trainer in 2015 and started my career in a small boutique group training studio.

3. My favourite childhood memory is having dance parties in the lounge room, and I still love to have a boogie on the dance floor.

4. My husband and I have a pet dog named Bruce the Beagle who is turning 10 this year. He is very mischievous and keeps us on our toes.

5. When I was little my dream was to own a pet retreat and I would spend hours drawing up designs.

6. I enjoy walking in nature and love chasing waterfalls. Fun fact: My husband proposed at Triplet Falls in the Great Otway Park.

7. My husband hates when I say “So I have been thinking..” as it usually means I have a new project lined up for him. (Lucky he is a Carpenter and can bring my ideas to life.)

8. My biggest fear is animals with wings, moths, butterflies, birds, bats, etc..

9. My biggest accomplishment is taking a leap of faith and starting my own business.

10. I am an advocate of intuitive movement practices, and I am learning to be flexible with my movement and complete movement that brings me joy while letting go of rigid movement rules.

📸 Demi Ellen Photography

Wednesday Wisdom: Daily Mindfulness

Mindful activties help us to activate our parasympathetic nervous system allowing our body to rest and relax. Many of us live in the world with an overstimulated sympathetic nervous system (flight or fight response). Practicing daily mindfulness can shift the way our nervous system reacts to stimuli and/or triggers which can help reduce pain, anxiety and stress.

Take this a reminder to practice daily mindfulness even if it is only a moment out of your busy day.

A little reminder exercise doesn’t have to be a punishment for your body. Exercising can be for more than just your physical appearance ☺️

A gentle reminder that exercise is a celebration of your body.⁠
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If you have a bad relationship with exercise and find yourself dreading it, chatting to an expert might help. ⁠
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Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are trained in behaviour change and can help you to find intrinsic motivation that resonates with you and will keep you on track long-term. They can also help you step up your exercise levels in a safe and gradual way that is sustainable.⁠
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If you need some help getting started, you can chat to an AEP by visiting essa.org.au/find-aep

I thought it was time I introduced you all to our exercise space. We have access to a small private gym space within our facility. If you struggle with gym anxiety or working out in front of people our space may be an option for you to achieve your exercise goals. If you want to know more about our space and how you can access it feel free to get in touch. 🏋

Did you know we also work with kids at Acacia Exercise Physiology. Our Accredited Exercise Physiologist Katie has now completed her Kids Heart Pilates Child Development & Paediatric Movement Course. Speak to Katie today about how to improve your child's sensory and physical development through exercise. 👧👦🤸‍♀️🤸‍♂️