Exercise Physiology for Pregnancy
Individualised exercise support through every stage of pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring significant changes to your strength, energy, comfort and confidence with movement. Our pregnancy Exercise Physiology services provide individualised, evidence-based support to help you stay active, prepare for the physical demands of birth and manage the changing needs of your body.
Individualised support
Exercise prescribed around your pregnancy, symptoms, health and goals.
Evidence-based care
Delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Collaborative approach
We can work alongside your midwife, GP, obstetrician and pelvic-health physiotherapist.
How we can support you
Explore personalised Exercise Physiology support designed around your health, life stage and goals.Support for the changing demands of pregnancy
Exercise during pregnancy should not be one-size-fits-all. We consider your stage of pregnancy, previous exercise experience, pregnancy-related symptoms, medical history and the physical demands of your daily life.
Staying active safely during pregnancy
Strength and conditioning
Pelvic, hip and lower-back discomfort
Preparing for lifting, carrying and parenthood
Exercise with gestational diabetes or other health conditions
Returning to movement after activity restrictions or complications
- Managing fatigue and changing energy
- Adjusting exercise intensity
- Establishing safe, sustainable routines
- Support for nausea or reduced activity tolerance
- Maintaining strength and mobility
- Adapting exercises as your body changes
- Managing hip, pelvic and back discomfort
- Preparing for increasing physical demands
- Maintaining comfortable movement
- Strength and mobility for birth preparation
- Lifting, carrying and getting up from the floor
- Planning your early postpartum return to activity
What an appointment involves
What to expect at your pregnancy assessment
We discuss your pregnancy, medical history, symptoms, current activity and goals.
We assess relevant movement, strength, mobility, balance and exercise tolerance.
You receive clear, practical recommendations that suit your stage of pregnancy and daily life.
Your program can be adjusted as your body, symptoms and priorities change.
Working collaboratively with your maternity and pelvic-health team
Exercise Physiology supports ongoing strength, conditioning, physical capacity and confidence with movement. It does not replace medical care or specialised pelvic-health physiotherapy. With your consent, we can communicate with your treating team and coordinate your exercise plan around their recommendations.
Ways to work with us
Choose the type of support that best suits your needs, goals and current stage of life.
Workshops and collaborative services
Meet Rachel
Principal Exercise Physiologist and Director
Support from someone who understands the realities of pregnancy and parenthood
Rachel Costelloe is the Director and Principal Clinical Exercise Physiologist at The Physiology Collective.
With more than 10 years of experience across exercise, rehabilitation and healthcare, Rachel has a strong interest in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery and later stages of life.
As a mum of three, including twins, Rachel understands the practical realities of fatigue, feeding, childcare, changing recovery and finding time for your own health.
Ready for Individualised Pregnancy Support?
Tell us what you are experiencing and what you would like to work towards. Our team can help you decide which Women’s Health service is right for you.
