Exercise and Health Clinic

Feeling Stronger

After being diagnosed with Osteoporosis about 2 years ago, I started the Strong Bones program at True North Wellness, as well as home exercises and a calcium supplement.  A recent scan showed a 9% bone density increase in my left hip and 4.9% increase in my lumbar spine. I couldn’t be happier! Thank you to the team at True North Wellness. 

Strong Bones

When I first started the Healthy Bones program I was lacking in confidence to lift anything that I considered to be even slightly heavy. Tamika recognised this and through her caring, gentle guidance she enabled me to grow in confidence to lift weights that I never dreamed of lifting. This has helped me to carry out the most menial of tasks in my every day life. She is encouraging, non-judgemental and she has created an environment where I feel welcomed, valued and heard.

Living my life again

I suffered from chronic pain and lack of energy for years. I had been to many doctors and specialists before chronic fatigue was diagnosed. Vicky understood my limitations and worked with me to improve my health and fitness. Finally I was able to start living my life again.

Moving Forward

Vicky and her team are very understanding, knowledgeable and experienced. I came looking for a program with some science behind it to help me through cancer treatment, I found it. Vicky started me gradually and in a short time I was showing improvements in strength and weight loss. I can't remember enjoying working out this much. My wife and I are now on a program together.

Getting Back on Track

With the assistance of this great team, I have been able to get my life back on track. Physical exercise is important for all well being, both the mind and the body.

Control back over my life

Vicky has helped me achieve a level of health and fitness I never knew I could have. I thought that my lack of energy and aches and pains were all part of getting older. She got to know me and what works for my life. I feel like I have control back over my life and living the way I always wanted to but didn’t know where to start.

Positive Mindset

In our life’s journey, we will at some stage experience what I like to call – a “reality slap”. Whilst the degree of sting in the “slap” can certainly vary, so too can the way we respond. Whilst my story is not unique, what is truly special is having a team and a community of people who care, guide, support, challenge and encourage me. Vicky, Tamika, Shanyn and Hannah, along with my ‘Hydrotherapy’ and Monday morning ‘Strong and Steady’ buddies, have been instrumental in my rehabilitation to be the best I can be. Where else do you have a team of Exercise Physiologists who take time to really ‘see’ and know you, tailor exercises and programmes for you; whilst fostering interaction and care between the client community. Tips from fellow hydrotherapy buddies on the best attire to wear in winter after getting out of the pool, assistance in the pool, and offers of transport to these sessions, I will be forever grateful. A positive state of mind has also been key in my rehabilitation. Developing and maintaining this state does take determination, effort and time. Just remember, what we practice grows stronger. It is clear, that through my commitment to exercise and cultivating positive thinking, my health has improved and will continue to improve. I intend to be the best I can be, this is a priority for me and I will achieve this. Thank you Vicky, Tamika, Hannah and the True North Wellness community.

Mental Wellness

"I was referred to True North Wellness by my GP as part of a DVA recovery plan for my back.  It has now been almost 6 months and the changes to my health have been dramatic.  My EP Tamika has been guiding me on my journey with great care and professionalism.  To say my experience has been life changing would certainly be an understatement.  When you are at True North Wellness, not only is your physical wellness catered for but your mental wellness is also looked after.  I have my life back both physically and mentally and I can put that down (on a large part) to the effort that Tamika and True North Wellness have afforded me."