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Exercise Physiology
How it works
To help you achieve a healthier future, I must understand your past. When you come to see me as your exercise physiologist, I take the time to listen to who you are, & your story. This is vital in helping to determine the best way to catapult you toward your goals. Here’s what you’ll typically experience:
Initial Consultation:
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I will start with a thorough evaluation of your medical history and fitness level
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I will conduct physical assessments to examine your abilities, strengths & weaknesses
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I will communicate with your permission to other people in your health care team
Individualised Exercise Programs:
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Based on your assessment, I will develop a customised exercise program that fits your needs, whether you're recovering from an injury or aiming to enhance your performance
Guidance and Support:
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Throughout our time together, I will provide ongoing support and motivation
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I will ensure you understand the exercises and their benefits
Education:
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I will provide education on the principles of exercise, on injury prevention and on how to effectively incorporate physical activity into your life
Overall, my goal is to empower you to take charge of your health through safe and effective exercise strategies.
I also assist in improving your mind-body connection to have you functioning at an optimal level. Using natural & holistic practices, I will assist you to develop a Health & Wellness plan I call the ‘4 Pillars of Health’.
Creating a strong foundation will allow us to help build a stronger you.
Mindset – Keeping you on track for the long term by shifting your mindset, improving your long-term health
Breath – Teaching you some simple breathing techniques that will have a positive impact on your mental health, pain & stress levels
Nutrition – Basic nutritional guidance to improve quality of life & energy
Sleep – Set you up for a better quality of sleep which will help you function and recover at an optimal level
'4 Pillars of Health'
Recovery
If you train regularly and want to:
• Move better
• Recover faster
• Reduce injury risk
• Train consistently
Then recovery needs to be planned — not guessed.
Recovery is where adaptation actually happens. It’s what allows your body to repair, rebuild, and come back stronger. Without it, progress stalls, injuries increase, and fatigue accumulates.
What Recovery Training Really Means
Recovery isn’t just foam rolling or random stretches.
It’s structured flexibility training designed to:
• Improve usable range of motion
• Reduce passive stiffness in muscles and connective tissue
• Improve joint health and movement quality
• Enhance strength at end ranges
• Support long-term performance and resilience
Flexibility is joint-specific and goal-specific. Stretching an area that doesn’t need it achieves little. Targeted, progressive flexibility work is where real change occurs.
What’s Included in a Recovery Session
Every recovery session begins with assessment.
We look at:
• Joint range of motion
• Areas of restriction or stiffness
• Training load and recovery status
• Injury history
• Movement limitations affecting performance
From there, sessions may include:
• Assisted PNF stretching
• Long-duration progressive stretching
• Isometric flexibility work
• Targeted mobility integration
• Individualised stretch programming
• Structured at-home recovery plans
Recovery becomes part of your program — not an afterthought.
Assisted PNF Stretching
One of the most effective methods used is Assisted PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) Stretching.
Unlike passive stretching, PNF:
• Uses controlled muscle contractions
• Applies progressive tensile load to the muscle-tendon unit
• Improves flexibility without reducing strength
• Reduces muscle tone and stiffness
• Enhances joint range of motion and movement control
This approach works with your nervous system and tissue adaptation — not against it — creating meaningful and lasting improvements in movement.
Why This Matters
When recovery doesn’t match training load, you may notice:
• Persistent tightness and soreness
• Reduced performance despite training harder
• Poor sleep and elevated stress
• Increased injury risk
Structured recovery supports:
• Strength and performance outcomes
• Joint health and mobility
• Better sleep, energy, and mood
• Long-term training consistency
If you’re investing in training, your recovery should be just as intentional.
Locations
My service can be delivered to you as either an online or mobile service
making treatment convenient for you
Mobile
If you:
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Are a time conscious individual
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More of a face-to-face person
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Love working out but need that extra push through your exercise.
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Dislike traffic
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Love working out in your own space
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Don't mind hearing dad jokes
If this describes you then you may be suited to the mobile option.
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Online/Telehealth
If you:
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Are busy but enjoy working out at your convenience
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Are self-motivated
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Dislike traffic
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Live in a remote area but still would like access to qualified Exercise Physiologists
If this describes you then the flexibility that online/telehealth offers may be your style.
I am currently providing a mobile service to all regions of Cairns.
If you would like to find out if you live within our service area please contact us.
Online service is available
Australia wide.
That means no matter how remote you are, I am able to help.
About
Hi, I am Michael Rosato, and welcome to FunctionFit Exercise Physiology.
I truly believe that movement is medicine in helping to regain or retain your independence & quality of life.
I have been in the fitness industry for over 12 years as a strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer before making the leap into Allied Health in 2021 and became an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
My mission is to give every person the opportunity to access the necessary tools to achieve a healthy & functional life. FunctionFit was established to create an easily accessible place for any individual to receive treatment, information, and support to improve their health, performance, and recovery.
I take a holistic approach, striving to help you create and maintain that mind-body connection.
Using Exercise Physiology integrated with Natural Health practices, I assist you to create an individualised program, giving you the opportunity to thrive, and love life, mentally and functionally.
Areas of Interest:
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Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, injuries, & conditions.
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Sport and Exercise Recovery
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High Performance (Strength and Conditioning)
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Healthy Aging & falls prevention
Join the FunctionFit Team
Let me help you reclaim your full potential
Contact
Cairns, Australia, QLD
