VITRUVIAN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
About us
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. We believe there is an art to delivering the science in a way that fits with your own unique circumstances, challenges and goals.
In keeping with this, when adding to our team, we not only look for qualifications and experience, but nice, caring people too!
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 and Physiotherapists in West London.
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
Matt Butterworth
Director and Exercise Physiologist
BAppSci (HMS)
Matt graduated from the Queensland University of Technology in Exercise Science & Physiology. He is a registered Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia, as well as a registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists here in the UK.
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.
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 Donohoe
Exercise Physiologist
BExSS & MExPhys
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.
Duncan gained a Clinical Exercise Science degree from the University of the Sunshine Coast. He is registered as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia, as well as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists here in the UK.
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
Affiliates
“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
MBchB DRCOG MRCGP
''We have found it extremely beneficial to have the Vitruvian team locally to refer patients. Given the complimentary skill set and their focus on ongoing rehabilitation that runs alongside a bigger picture approach to overall health, we feel our patients are being placed in capable hands. The feedback and response from our patients has been great. They are a partner that we trust."
Cameron Tudor - Clinical Director and Prescriber
B.PHYSIOTHERAPY PG CERT INDEPENDENT PRESCRIBING,
MCSP, MHCPC
"I first met Matt in 2013 when I was training for a half ironman and needed to complement my cardiovascular training with strength training. As a physiotherapist I then continued to work with him professionally, with joint clients and we have referred patients between us depending on their needs. It has been reassuring to work with someone with such a wide range of skills when it comes to patient rehabilitation from early to advanced rehab. I highly recommend Vitruvian - a highly skilled partnership."
Jane Baker - Chartered Physiotherapist