VITRUVIAN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Our Story
Vitruvian Exercise Physiology was established in 2018 when Matt moved to London from Australia. The name ‘Vitruvian’ was chosen from Leonardo da Vinci’s famous drawing, the Vitruvian Man. The drawing is considered to be a coming together of science and art. Given each of you will present with your own unique set of circumstances, challenges, and goals, we believe there is an art to delivering the science in a way that most suits you as an individual.
In keeping with this, when adding to our team, we not only look for depth of knowledge, technical skill and experience, but nice, caring people too!
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Having previously worked within multidisciplinary settings, the Vitruvian team recognises the importance of developing trusted working relationships with local health professionals. We have developed such relationships with established GP clinics, Surgeons and Physiotherapists in West London.
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The business managed to negotiate the challenges of Covid by moving online and we have kept this part of the business operational. Currently, as well as providing home visits and gym based appointments, we work remotely with clients in countries including Spain, Iceland, America, Brazil, Switzerland and throughout the UK.
Meet the Team
Our team of Exercise Physiologists & Exercise Scientists
Matt graduated from the Queensland University of Technology in Exercise Science & Physiology. He is a registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Academy for Healthcare Science in the UK, and an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia. From a sporting background that included national finals in swimming, Matt developed an interest in how the body responds to training, physical activity, injury, and illness. Matt has worked within multidisciplinary teams, including Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine clinics and with clients ranging from Olympic athletes to frail elderly. His main interests lie with musculoskeletal conditions, active ageing for seniors, active interventions for persistent pain and personal training for ongoing strength & fitness.
Matt Butterworth
Director and Exercise Physiologist
BAppSci (HMS)
Maisie completed her masters degree in Sport and Exercise Physiology from St Mary’s University. Maisie works alongside a range of clients, with a particular interest in active ageing, exercise based rehabilitation, and personal training for ongoing strength and fitness. Maisie has worked within multidisciplinary teams including British Rowing, Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation groups, and elite athletic development. With a personal sporting background that includes Team GB representation (Duathlon), Maisie provides a positive approach, with a philosophy based around educating clients on the importance of the physical, mental, and social benefits exercise can provide. Maisie provides individualised exercise prescription and support, adopting the ethos that everyone can benefit from the effects of exercise in more ways than one.
Maisie Boast
Exercise Physiologist
BSc & MSc
Isaac completed his Masters degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology from the University of Queensland. He is currently registered as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia. Isaac has worked with a wide range of individuals with musculoskeletal, neurological and mental health conditions, specifically in the senior population. Prior to this he worked with semi-professional rugby teams as a strength and conditioning coach. Isaac has a special interest in assisting individuals with persistent pain, musculoskeletal conditions, reducing falls risk and active ageing for seniors, as well as personal training for ongoing strength and fitness.
Isaac Donohoe
Exercise Physiologist
BExSS & MExPhys
Rachel graduated from the University of Wollongong, Australia, with a degree in Exercise Science and Rehabilitation. She is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia. Rachel has experience working with a diverse range of clients and conditions. Her interests lie predominantly with musculoskeletal, neurological and metabolic conditions, as well as working alongside individuals with disability. Additionally, from her experience working as a sports trainer for various sports teams, Rachel enjoys helping people achieve their ongoing health and fitness goals. With a personal background in sports including Ultimate Frisbee, field hockey, and swimming, Rachel’s passion for movement extends to those that she works with. She adopts a compassionate and empowering approach with all clients, strongly believing that personalised education and functional programming can significantly benefit individuals to help them achieve their health-related goals.
Rachel Cooney
Exercise Physiologist
BaExPhys
Duncan gained a Clinical Exercise Science degree from the University of the Sunshine Coast. He is a registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Academy for Healthcare Science in the UK, and an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia. Duncan has worked in a number of different settings, from private practice, rehabilitation clinics, GP surgeries and private hospitals and alongside clients with a range of different health conditions, including cardiac, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological and mental health. More recently Duncan worked with a Mental Health Hospital, coordinating a ‘Healthy Body Healthy Mind’ programme, as well as a day rehabilitation unit where he helped rehabilitate clients post joint replacement surgeries/extended hospital stays.
Duncan Grant
Exercise Physiologist
BExSS
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“This team of exercise physiologists worked wonders on me after my total hip replacement, getting me back to a place where I am stronger than I have been for years, feeling really fit and I can’t actually now tell which side was operated on. They are amazing and it was fun too! I now confidently refer patients having professionally and personally seen what they do”
Dr Fiona McAndrew