reviews & Testimonials
Main goal: My aim has been to improve my overall function and quality of life — to make everyday tasks easier, support both my physical and mental well‑being, build foundational skills for lifelong fitness, and overcome the barriers that have made lifestyle changes difficult.
Biggest challenge: Due to my disability diagnosis, I have limited movement in my neck and reduced mobility in my right arm, which has made exercise difficult and sometimes discouraging.
Working with Jo has helped me build strength in my right arm and improve my core stability. Even though I don’t enjoy arm exercises, Jo motivates me to keep going and always explains the purpose and benefits behind each exercise, which makes a huge difference. I feel supported, understood, and encouraged every session.
Duration: I’ve been attending for a couple of months now.
Recommendation: I would absolutely recommend this service — and Jo as an Exercise Physiologist — to anyone. She has been amazing. Jo really listens to what physical issues I’m dealing with and tailors each session to my needs. I’m getting a genuinely good workout every week, and I feel confident that I’m improving in ways that matter to my daily life.
Alana (44)
Jo has been absolutely incredible in supporting my client Kaine on his rehabilitation journey. After living with the long-term effects of two unrehabilitated broken ankles, Kaine's mobility, balance, and confidence in walking had been significantly impacted — but Jo has helped change that in the most meaningful way.
From day one, Jo's attention to detail has been outstanding. She took the time to truly understand Kaine's needs and designed a program that is both accessible and genuinely effective. Her creativity in finding new approaches, and her ability to adapt sessions to what works best for Kaine, has made all the difference.
What really sets Jo apart is the genuine care and passion she brings to every session. She is fun, encouraging, and deeply understanding which has done so much for Kaine's confidence, not just his physical progress. The improvement in his independence and mobility has been remarkable, and it's a direct reflection of the time and heart Jo has put into his care.
If you're looking for an exercise physiologist who goes above and beyond, who treats every client as an individual, and who truly loves what they do, look no further than Jo. We can't recommend her highly enough. Thank you, Jo!
Pru (Support Worker for Kaine)
I cant recommend Jo from MacAllan Health highly enough. She is so knowledgeable and passionate about helping people achieve goals and live their best lives. Jo helped me through a horrible back injury to get me back on my feet and pain free. She listens to concerns and creates programs to suit your abilities while working towards building strength and balance.
Julii (Client)
I have a few physical health issues that in the past limited me. Now I can walk down to the garden patch to empty the garden waste into the trailer that has sides above my head height. I could not do this a year ago. I can also do a bit of vacuuming and hanging out the sheets with some ease that was quite difficult in the past.
I appreciate that your exercise programme has come to our retirement village.
Thank you.