At Chronic Care Australia, we believe that health extends beyond treating disease. While evidence-based Exercise Medicine is fundamental to improving physical function, strength and longevity, growing research shows that our sense of belonging, purpose and contribution to others is equally important for mental wellbeing and long-term health.

Our bodies are not static - they continue to change throughout life in response to everything from activity levels and nutrition to inflammation, stress and the environments we live in. One of the most profound changes that accompanies ageing is the gradual loss of lean muscle mass and strength (sarcopenia).