JCU: Exercise Science - Exercise Physiology

A James Cook University partnership helping tackle frailty in aged care is delivering major benefits for older Australians while creating new career pathways for regional students.

The collaboration between JCU and Townsville-based aged care provider The Good Shepherd Home (TGSH) has helped deliver more than 3000 frailty and exercise services to aged care residents over the past five years, all while giving students hands-on industry experience in a rapidly growing healthcare field.

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North Queensland para-athlete Ainsley Ho**er will realise a long-held dream when she represents Australia in seated shot put (F57) at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland this July.

This breakthrough milestone is shaped by resilience, family support, and the backing of JCU: James Cook University, Australia's Veterans Physical Activity and Sports Performance Program.

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"The VIPER3 project combines twice-weekly structured strength training with guided mindfulness sessions with the aim of improving the overall wellbeing and resilience of veterans."

Check out the full story here ➡️ https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-03/veteran-health-program-for-physical-mental-wellbeing/106626226

Brian Heilbronn - Jcu 👏

Veteran rediscovers identity with physical and mental wellbeing program When training and physical fitness are a part of the job, sometimes veterans can drop off when they discharge, to the detriment of their mental and physical wellbeing.

We invite exercise physiologists and physiotherapists working in Australia to participate in a short online survey exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in practice. If you're interested, you can complete the survey here: https://redcap.link/9ssvslw1