OUR VISION

At Better Exercise Physiology our aim is to empower people in pain to be more active.

​We do this through education and exercise, instilling people with the confidence to move their bodies.

We don't set limits on what you can and can't do. 
​
​We believe that everyone deserves the right to be active, regardless of pain, injuries or disease.

WHY CHOOSE AN
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST

As Exercise Physiologists we are movement specialists.

We understand movement, pain and injuries better than anyone.

Each of our team are university trained with a Masters degree in Exercise Physiology (4-5 years study).

We complete extensive on the job training and stay up to date with the latest research to better understand your pain and injuries.

MEET THE TEAM

At Better Exercise Physiology we pride ourselves on offering friendly and professional service.

All our Exercise Physiologists hold Master's degrees and are continually updating their knowledge to stay up to date with the latest research.

Chris Neason
​Owner

BExSc, BExSpSc (Hon), MClinExPhys, AEP, ESSAM

Chris is the owner here at The Healesville Wellness Factory. He started the business over 12 years ago to help people overcome pain and injuries. His experience comes from working in many of Melbourne's top exercise clinics. Chris teaches at Deakin University and Victoria Uni, and is completing a PhD in pain and injury at Monash University. When not teaching, Chris oversees the business operations and supports our team to grow and help more people.

Charmaine Lower
​Office Manager

​Charmaine is our office manager and the one who keeps everything running smoothly at the Healesville Wellness Factory. She handles all of your membership enquiries, feedback and anything else that comes up from week to week. Along with a friendly admin team, Charmaine is here to answer any questions you may have.

Kelly lewis 
Exercise Physiologist 

BExSpSc, MClinExPhys, AEP, ESSAM
​
Kelly is an experienced Exercise Physiologist who has been with Better Exercise Physiology for over 10 years. She has extensive experience working across multiple clinics and with a wide range of injuries and health conditions. She is passionate about helping people with neurological conditions, such as Parkinson's, MS and cerebral palsy, to stay strong and healthy. She has the ability to make her sessions both challenging and fun, yet safe and supportive, all at the same time.

Beth SPITERI
​Exercise Physiologist

BExSpSc, MClinExPhys, AEP, ESSAM
​
Beth is one of our highly knowledgeable Exercise Physiologists here at Better Exercise Physiology.  We’re very fortunate to have her, as she brings a wealth of knowledge across all aspects of exercise. Her passion is working with children on the Autism Spectrum as well as children and adults with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities. Outside of work, Beth is a passionate callisthenics coach and is a big advocate for injury prevention.

*Beth is currently on Maternity Leave and will return towards the end of 2025

Bri Saville
​Exercise Physiologist

BExSpSc, MClinExPhys, AEP, ESSAM
​
Bri is one of our senior team members who we welcomed back from maternity leave after having her beautiful boys, Oscar and Hamish. Bri has experience across several clinics working with people with injuries and pain. She’s highly knowledgeable across all areas of exercise rehab and holds a special interest in pre- and post-natal care and supporting women's health through exercise. She is also a strong advocate of using exercise to help manage mental health conditions.

JaZ Tyler
​EXERCISE Scientist

BExSpSc, AES, ESSAM
​​
Jaz is a fully qualified Exercise and Sport Scientist and is currently completing a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin University. With experience working across various gyms and Pilates studios, Jaz has a passion for working with clinical populations and helping individuals in pain find movement that is both safe and enjoyable.

Nicola Scarso
​EXERCISE physiologist

BExSpSc, MClinExPhys, AEP, ESSAM
​​
Nicola is the newest Exercise Physiologist in our team and brings a wealth of knowledge to Better Exercise Physiology. She has experience working across multiple pathologies and enjoys getting to know people and helping them find ways to enjoy movement. Nicola is a trained Gymnast, when she is not at work, you will find her judging gymnastics competitions or camping with her family and border collie.
​

Naomi hausmann
​receptionist

Naomi is one of our amazing receptionists here at
The Healesville Wellness Factory. Naomi helps manage client enquiries, takes bookings and sorts out all the behind-the-scenes business to keep your classes running smoothly. When she's not at work, you'll find her keeping up with her own exercise or being super mum to their four kids.

 Janelle hamer
​receptionist

Janelle is another one of our amazing receptionists. You will get to know Janelle through her happy and helpful interactions in person or over the phone. She will help with your bookings and enquiries. When she's not working you will find her spending time with her two beautiful boys.

 Ashley graham
​exercise scientist

BExSpSc, AES, ESSAM
​​
Ash is a fully qualified Exercise and Sport Scientist and is currently completing a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin University. With experience working across a number of gyms, Ash has a passion for working with clinical populations and helping people in pain find movement that is safe and enjoyable.

OUR HISTORY

We first started offering Exercise Physiology and Clinical Pilates in Healesville in 2013.

We worked alongside a great team of practitioners at The Healesville Chiropractic Clinic, opposite the Hospital.

When we outgrew the space we moved into our current home at The Healesville Wellness Factory in 2016.

We work alongside Chiropractors, Pilates and Yoga instructors, Remedial Massage Therapists, Dietitians and Psychologists in a multidisciplinary wellness centre.