Injury Rehab And Strength coaching for Athletes Who want to stay Injury-Free and Race Strong.
Hi!, I'm Huw Darnell
Meet Huw Darnell, Exercise Physiologist Specialising in Endurance Athlete Rehab
You don’t need another generic injury rehab program.
You need a solution that actually fits the demands of triathlon and endurance training, and a coach who gets what’s at stake when your body keeps breaking down.
I’m Huw Darnell, an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology and 10+ years of experience helping athletes rebuild from injury, stay pain-free, and return to high-performance training with confidence.
Not an Athlete... But a Specialist Who Works with Them Every Day
While I don’t come from an elite athletic background myself, I’ve spent years embedded in the world of high-performance sport. I've worked alongside leading triathlon training companies on the Gold Coast, and I’ve helped thousands of triathletes, runners, cyclists, and strength-focused athletes overcome frustrating, persistent injuries.
I bring clinical precision, coaching insight, and real-world experience to every athlete I work with.
the stats
(because they matter too)
1,000+ clients coached
10+ years experience
in private practice, elite sport, and complex rehab
12+ sports supported,
from AFL to surf to circus
Backed by science
ESSA Accredited + dual Exercise Physiology degrees
Who i help
I specialise in working with triathletes and high-performing athletes who are:
Tired of recurring injuries and vague rehab advice
Stuck in cycles of pain, rest, and re-injury
Looking to build long-term durability, not just short-term fixes
Ready to integrate strength, structure, and rehab into their training
My Philosophy
Everything I coach is based on one core belief: 👉 If you don’t address the root cause, the injury will keep coming back.
That’s why my approach combines:
Targeted rehab that actually fits the demands of endurance training
Performance-driven strength training to build a more resilient body
Sustainable lifestyle adjustments that support long-term athletic development
I also continue to learn from some of the most respected minds in sports science and rehabilitation so my clients always benefit from the most current and effective strategies.
The bottom Line?
If you want real progress, not just rest, guesswork, or bandaid fixe, I can help.
REAL CLIENT WINS
Who We’ve Worked With
During my formative years at the Brisbane Lions Huw worked with many players in the strength and conditioning department. After many a long afternoon of strength coaching, I recall Huw still giving his time, energy and care to provide specific advice and coaching for my own and many of the other developing players gym progressions. I learnt many things from Huw in relation to strength training and enjoyed working with him in his time at the Lions.
Tom Cutler
Essendon AFL
After complications from shoulder surgery I was requiring a sports physiologist I could trust to give me quality time and care. Huw was exceptional. He nurtured me through my recovery, constantly listening to the changing needs of my shoulder, formulating programs to best assist the right gains in strength and stability. I had full trust in Huw's approach throughout my recovery process. Thanks to Huw since returning to work as a professional circus artist I am continually feeling more confident with my shoulders strength and stability.
Acrobat Paul
Circa
I have had the privilege of working with Huw at the Capricorn Copper Mining Site, for the Byrnecut Mining. Huw has an ability to engage a workforce and an individual with a high level of passion and care. He has a thirst for knowledge and for meeting the needs of his client. Huw is a wealth of knowledge and is an asset to any individual wanting to be a better version of themselves. I highly recommend Huw in anything physical health. He is passionate, knowledgable, driven and he cares.
Dan Hunt
Director of Mental Health MovEment
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