January – February 2026 Newsletter
Move Better • Feel Better • Live Better
FROM 2025 TO NOW – A YEAR THAT CHANGED US
As we step into 2026, it feels right to pause not to slow down, but to acknowledge the ground we’ve covered.
Throughout 2025, our monthly newsletters told a bigger story than we may have realised at the time. They captured a year of clarity, courage, refinement, and growth not just for The Exercise Room / Medical Fitness, but for the people within it.
What began as conversations around movement, strength, and health steadily evolved into something deeper:
- A clearer understanding of why people struggle with consistency
- A growing awareness that pain, fear, and confusion often block progress more than lack of motivation
- And a powerful shift toward education, empowerment, and personal responsibility
Most people don’t fail because they don’t care. They struggle because they were never properly taught. That insight now shapes everything we do.
2026: A YEAR OF EXCITING EVOLUTION
December was not an ending. It was a line in the sand. We are bold. We are evolving. And we are no longer trying to fit inside outdated models of health and fitness. 2026 is the year where ideas mature into systems.
Our 1-Minute Elevator Speech
Our Vision: The Ripple Effect
Heal the planet, one human at a time. Health is contagious. When one person changes, the ripple spreads.
DNA Loads the Gun – Lifestyle Pulls the Trigger. Your genes matter but they are not your destiny. Movement, recovery, nutrition, sleep, and stress determine long-term outcomes.
FIT3D COMES TO THE EXERCISE ROOM
We’re excited to introduce FIT3D health metrics as part of our expanding repertoire of services at The Exercise Room / Medical Fitness. FIT3D adds objective, repeatable, and visual data to support smarter training, recovery, and long-term health decisions.
Why FIT3D Matters
FIT3D provides accurate body composition and posture insights that go far beyond a scale or mirror. Key metrics include:
- 3D body composition analysis (fat mass, lean mass, body shape)
- Postural and alignment assessment to identify asymmetries and imbalances
- Circumference measurements without tape measures
- Visual progress tracking over time
- Baseline and re-assessment capability
- Non-invasive and radiation-free scanning
- Supports gene-specific, medical fitness, and longevity programs
Who FIT3D Is For
FIT3D is suitable for a wide range of people and goals, including members starting their journey, those returning after injury, functional fitness athletes, and anyone focused on ageing well and long-term independence. It empowers members with clarity, confidence, and measurable feedback.
EDUCATION: FROM ONE-TO-ONE TO ONE-TO-MANY
Education is the multiplier. We scale knowledge, not shortcuts.
Certificate of Compliance (COC)
Learn and pass the 5 primal movements: Hinge • Deadlift • Squat • Push • Pull. Fit for life, not just the gym.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
January Member of the Month: Hamish Brewer
Hamish has been a self-care client at The Exercise Room for 4 years now. He always shows up with a friendly smile and a nice word, and his consistency and dedication is something that inspires us all.
February Member of the Month: Tessa Apa
Coaching client Tessa has made an amazing commitment to her health, and it’s inspiring to see the progress she’s made and the challenges she has persevered through. She consistently shows up with a beautiful attitude and a strong sense of determination.
Welcoming Our Newest Members
We’d like to extend a very warm welcome to the newest members of The Exercise Room / Medical Fitness community:
Galina · Fleur · Charlotte · John Q · Solveig · Florian · Graham · Carolyn · Hannah · Tony · Kim · Troy · Jules
By choosing to join The Exercise Room, you’ve stepped into more than a place to train, you’ve joined a club built on care, education, consistency, and community. Here, we value learning how to move well, building strength with purpose, supporting one another’s journeys, and playing the long game when it comes to health.
NEW STAFF ANNOUNCEMENT
Mario Vulamparti
Master of Professional Accounting and Certified Management Accountant.
Head of accounts/finance, with skills in accounting, administration, and IT systems.
Eva Sutherland
Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science.
Joining the team as a Health Coach/Administrator.
Kalsha Sharma
Bachelor of Business specialising in Management and International Business.
Joining the team as a new trainee health professional.
INTRODUCING OUR GREEN GYMMIE PROGRAM
At The Exercise Room / Medical Fitness, developing great health professionals is just as important as delivering great health outcomes. We’re pleased to introduce our Green Gymmie Program — a structured pathway for new recruits who are beginning their journey toward becoming fully trained ER health professionals.
What Is a Green Gymmie?
Green Gymmies are new team members, easily identifiable by their green ER-branded uniform, who are:
- Actively training across all aspects of the ER system
- Learning our standards, processes, and coaching philosophy
- Building the foundations required to serve our community safely and professionally
What We Ask of Our Members
As part of building strong professionals, we ask our community to support this learning phase. Green Gymmies are not yet expected to have full technical knowledge. Their role is to observe, assist, learn, and support under guidance.
Why This Matters: Great health professionals aren’t rushed, they are grown. By allowing time, structure, and mentorship, we ensure higher coaching standards.
FLYING THE FLAG: ER/MEDICAL FITNESS @HYROX 2026
We are incredibly proud to acknowledge a special group of our community who are carrying the Exercise Room/Medical Fitness spirit onto the world stage at the 2026 HYROX Fitness Race Competition.
The 2026 Squad
Troy, Ella, Kim, Freddy, Andrew, Moimoi, Pranav, Lloyd, Jules, Rhys, Nick, Mario, Vernon, Maureen, Eva, Annie, Emile
Each of you represents far more than race numbers or finish times. You represent commitment to the process, focus under pressure, grit when it gets uncomfortable, and the courage to test yourself in a demanding arena.
HYROX is not just a race, it is a statement of preparation, resilience, and respect for the work required to earn your place on the start line. Race well. Race proud.
THE ER BARBEQUE: OUR THIRD SPACE
The Exercise Room is a shared space for movement, connection, and belonging. Join us as we celebrate our community, and try Emile's world famous ham in a bun! Bring along something to drink for the perfect chance to relax, connect, and enjoy the sunshine together. Family and friends are more than welcome!
- Location: The Exercise Room
- Date: Sunday, 15th February
- Time: 3:00pm
Gym Etiquette Reminder
To help keep our training space a positive and welcoming environment please remember to wipe down equipment, return weights, share equipment during busy times, and be polite!
SHARE THE RIPPLE
The strongest communities grow through people like you. If you love training at The Exercise Room / Medical Fitness, chances are your friends or family will too. We love working with like minded humans, people who value learning, consistency, and doing health properly.
Introduce a Friend
- Introduce a friend or family member to one of our Platinum Plans
- You receive one month FREE
- Your friend receives a $50 rebate on their first month
When good people invite good people, culture strengthens, standards rise, and community grows the right way.
Thank you for being part of our community.