Brendan Cummins - Exercise Physiologist

by Brendan Cummins
(Mosman and Neutral Bay, Sydney, NSW Australia)

About Brendan Cummins Exercise Physiology (BCEP)
Brendan is an Exercise Physiologist, accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Since graduating from University in 2002, he has gained a wealth of experience in a variety of health fields; from injury rehabilitation and lifestyle disease management to corporate health consulting and education. He is currently available at private rooms within a medical centre in Mosman, as well as Beyond Exercise Studio in Neutral Bay. Brendan prides himself on having a genuine interest in helping his clients achieve their optimal health through a positive, sensible and realistic approach.

Brendan Cummins Exercise Physiology Services Include:

Lifestyle Modification
Brendan's services include helping those in need of changing their lifestyle habits (ie. physical activity and nutrition) in order to improve their overall health and well-being in a realistic and sustainable fashion. The make-up of the program is largely dependent on the clients' needs, but may include one to one exercise sessions, home exercise programming and/or regular consultations aimed at modifying poor health behaviours and improving accountability.

Includes specialised programs for:
- Weight loss
- Improving glucose tolerance
- Reducing blood pressure and cholesterol
- Stress management
- Work/life balance

Injury Rehabilitation/Prevention
Having previously been employed by a private physiotherapy clinic, as well as one of Australia's leading Workers' Compensation rehabilitation companies, Brendan also has extensive experience in injury rehabilitation and prevention. Through appropriate exercise prescription and education, he prescribes safe and appropriate exercise programs to assist in tissue re-conditioning and strength and chronic pain management.
- Lower back pain
- Joint injury
- Muscle strains/tightness
- Hip and knee replacement
- Falls prevention for the elderly

Chronic Disease Management
Such conditions include, but are not limited to:
* Obesity/Overweight
* Hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol and tricylerides)
* Impaired glucose tolerance (high blood sugar)
* Diabetes (Type 1, Type 2 and Gestational)
* Hypertension (high blood pressure)
* Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
* Chronic pain
* Osteoporosis
* Cardiovascular disease
* Asthma
* Parkinsons disease
* Stroke

Health Assessment
Brendan provides customised health assessments for people of all ages and abilities. The assessments range from comprehensive corporate health assessments, 12-lead ECG exercise testing for cardiac disease, customised health evaluations, body composition and fitness testing. All assessments come with a report detailing the results, and recommendations for health improvement.

Personal Training
In 2002, Brendan completed a Cert IV Master Trainer course following his university degree. So in addition to helping clients with existing medical conditions, he also has a capacity to work with those who simply want to improve their health and fitness through regular personal training sessions. Brendan conducts such sessions in a quiet, spacious exercise studio and tailors programs based on client's needs and wants.

Medicare and Private Health Funds
When referred by their GP under an Enhanced Primary Care plan or Team Care plan, clients are eligible for rebates from Medicare for up to five Exercise Physiology services per year. Brendan is also registered with most private health funds. Clients are encouraged to check with their respective fund for eligibility for Exercise Physiology services.

In addition, those with Department of Veterans' Affairs concessions are bulk-billed when utilising Brendan's services.

Contact Details
Brendan Cummins BExSc&Rehab (Hons)
Exercise Physiologist
A.E.P, E.S.S.A.M
Member of the Australian Lifestyle Medicine Association (MALMA)

Activate Health Australia
393 Military Rd
Mosman NSW 2088
Ph: 1300 888 228 F: (02) 9969 1454
activate393@gmail.com