In this episode, Vince Kelly shares his extensive experience in elite sport, academia, and high-performance environments. We explore how research translates into practice, leadership in sports science, and strategies for professional development and mentorship.

Guest handles:

LinkedIn - Vince Kelly

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In this episode, I’m joined by Alexis Bhagat - a clinical exercise physiologist working at the forefront of cardiac care and virtual rehab in the US.

She’s currently working at Kaiser Permanente in Denver, managing patients through virtual cardiac rehab, prescribing exercise for complex chronic conditions, and collaborating closely within a multidisciplinary medical team. She also brings experience from hospital-based roles at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, particularly in cardiac stress testing and advanced ECG and CPET assessment.

We get into what cardiac rehab actually looks like in practice - and where a lot of EPs get it wrong.

We cover:

• How to approach cardiac patients with confidence (without being overly conservative)
• What safe, effective exercise prescription really looks like
• How to progress patients when risk is always a factor
• The realities of virtual cardiac rehab - what works and what doesn’t

Alexis also shares her work with the Clinical Exercise Physiology Association, and how virtual care is starting to reshape what’s possible for EPs.

If you’re working with cardiac patients - or want to - this will give you a clearer, more practical lens on how to do it well.

Guest handles:

LinkedIn - Alexis Bhagat

Instagram - Alexiso Bhagat

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After being diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer at 50 years old, Tim Baker was told there wasn’t much he could do. What followed completely changed his understanding of health, exercise, identity and mortality.
In this episode, Tim shares how Exercise Physiology, surfing, meditation, writing and community became central pillars in his cancer journey. EPs and health professionals will walk away with powerful lessons on patient care, behaviour change, communication, vulnerability and the human side of oncology that often goes unspoken

Guest handles:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbaker/
Website - https://timbaker.com

Resources:
Padding the Shark by Tim Baker - https://www.amazon.com.au/s?k=Padding+the+Shark
Tim Baker's Website - https://timbaker.com
Australian Story Episode on Tim Baker - https://www.abc.net.au/austory/tim-baker/
Monash University Prostate Cancer Research Group - https://www.monash.edu/medicine/sphpb/prostate-cancer-research-group
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre - https://www.petermac.org
Australian Prostate Cancer Foundation Telehealth Services - https://www.prostate.org.au

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In this episode, Ray Kelly, two-time Exercise Physiologist of the Year award-winner and a leading figure in chronic disease prevention, shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming one of the most respected Exercise Physiologists in Australia. He discusses his work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, focusing on diabetes management through lifestyle changes. Ray emphasises the importance of behaviour change, accountability, and problem-solving in health interventions. He also highlights the need for Exercise Physiologists to take initiative in policy advocacy and to specialise in niche areas to enhance their impact. The conversation concludes with insights into the success of the Too Deadly for Diabetes program, the importance of community engagement in health outcomes and what conversations more Exercise Physiologist’s need to be having.

Connect with Ray:

Instagram - @ raykellyfitness

LinkedIn - Ray Kelly

In this episode, Carol Robbins, Sport Scientist of the Year 2024, and an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, shares her extensive experience in the field of exercise physiology, particularly focusing on youth athletic development and injury prevention. She discusses her journey into the profession, the importance of education, specialisation, and the psychological aspects of coaching young athletes. Carol emphasizes the need for effective communication with both athletes and their parents, the role of strength training, and the significance of a growth mindset. She also touches on the challenges of balancing multiple roles within the profession and the importance of data in athletic training. The conversation concludes with insights on preventing burnout and the proactive approach EPs should take in their practice.

Connect with Carol:

LinkedIn - @ Carol Robins

In this episode, I’m joined by Kurt Vogel, a high-performance leader who has built and directed performance systems across professional and elite sport — particularly within women’s programs.

Kurt currently leads high performance within professional football and has delivered strength & conditioning and sport science programs across state and national women’s teams in rugby league, basketball, football, and boxing. His experience spans the full athlete pathway, from junior development through to State of Origin and international representation.

He is also the Founder and Director of Revolve Athletic, where he has scaled performance services across multiple clubs, integrating strength & conditioning, rehabilitation, sport science technology, and athlete development into cohesive high-performance models.

In this conversation we unpack what it actually takes to build effective high-performance environments — exploring leadership, culture, and the systems that allow teams of practitioners to operate effectively. We also discuss the growing role of AI and technology in performance environments, and how practitioners can integrate data and tools without losing sight of coaching and athlete outcomes.

A deep dive into the intersection of performance, science, and leadership, where EPs will gain a clearer understanding of how elite performance systems operate, how science is translated into practice, and how practitioners can elevate their role within high-performance environments.

Guest handles:

Instagram - kurtvogel.coach

LinkedIn - Kurt Vogel

Email - kurt@revolveathletic.com

Kivomotion.com

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In this episode, I’m joined by Mitchell Vautin, Founder and Director of Exercise Healthcare Australia - a rapidly growing clinical exercise physiology organisation in Queensland with three purpose-built centres and a team of 22 Exercise Physiologists.

Mitchell started EHA with a clear mission: to make high-quality, evidence-based exercise physiology a necessity in the treatment of chronic disease and disability - not an optional add-on. Since launching in 2017, he has built a culture focused on clinical excellence, innovation, professional development, and measurable patient outcomes.

In this conversation, we explore the journey from solo clinician to building a multi-site healthcare organisation, including the challenges, systems, and leadership lessons that come with scaling a clinical service.

Mitchell also shares insights from his background in clinical cardiology at the Royal Brisbane Hospital, chronic disease programs within the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health, and high-performance sport through the Queensland Reds.

In this episode we discuss:

• The early challenges of starting and growing Exercise Healthcare Australia
• The transition from clinician to organisation builder
• Hiring your first Exercise Physiologist and building a strong team
• The systems required to scale a multi-site EP service
• The metrics that actually indicate a healthy clinic
• Leadership lessons from managing a growing team
• What needs to change for exercise physiology to become central to chronic disease care

If you’re an exercise physiologist, healthcare professional, or clinician interested in building a high-performing clinical service, this episode offers a candid look at what it takes to scale while maintaining quality of care.

Guest handles:

• Mitchell Vautin - Instagram
• Mitchell Vautin - LinkedIn

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In this episode, Lenny Hazelwood speaks with Chiara Mastro Giovanni, Exercise physiologist and ESSA award-winner practicum supervisor of the year for 2024, who has navigated a unique career path that includes clinical practice, research, and academia. They discuss the challenges and rewards of balancing clinical work with research, particularly in the field of mental health. Chiara shares insights on the importance of mentorship, the realities of early career challenges, and the significance of mental health first aid training for exercise professionals. The conversation emphasizes the need for community support among exercise physiologists and the importance of adapting to client needs in real-time. Chiara also highlights the value of taking initiative and building rapport with clients to enhance their experience and outcomes

Connect with Chiara:

• Linkedin

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