ONERO® Exercise Classes
For Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Formotion Physio is a certified ONERO® provider in Osborne Park. ONERO is the world's leading evidence-based exercise program for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia, proven to increase bone density, build strength, and improve balance through targeted, supervised resistance and impact training.​
ONERO sessions are led by Imogen - Accredited Exercise Physiologist, and Lorena - Physiotherapist who are both accredited ONERO® practitioners.
How to get started.
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We start with 45min one-on-one consultation which involves a comprehensive assessment, which includes your current and past bone health, your medical history, a physical examination and discussion of your personal goals.
This includes a review of your bone density results (if you have a recent DEXA scan, bring it), and a baseline assessment of your strength, balance and movement.Your ONERO practitioner will then decide on your entry point into the program.
You can book online or get in contact if you are unsure.
Pick the new or past client initial appointment with Imogen in Osborne Park.
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If you are not confident with the movements, or do not have much experience with exercise we may recommend a one-to-one follow up before beginning classes.
This will be discussed at the end of your initial assessment and decided on together. -
Our timetable will be changing and growing over the coming weeks.
Please let us know which times suit you as this will help guide our calendar in future.
You can book in online or just text our admin team once you’ve completed your initial assessment.
0422 483 865
ONERO CLASS BOOKING LINK
Once you are a regular we will book you in on a repeating cycle as we do normally with our classes.
Visit our class page for more general information:
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We ask that our ONERO attendees purchase a package for their classes, which allows you to access our discounted rates.
With a package you will be sent a receipt at the end of the month to claim back on your private health if applicable.
As an introductory offer to this service we are offering:
$42 for 1 class per week or $37 per class when you attend 2 or more in a week.
ONERO is most effective with 2 consistent sessions per week ideally.
Packages are generally $500, if you can’t manage this please let us know and we can offer ad adjustment.
This offer will end on 31 December 2026. Thereafter our class pricing can be viewed here:
https://www.formotionphysio.com.au/group-fee-information
Pensioner and healthcare card discounts apply for our ONERO classes.
Once you have completed your initial assessment you can check out our timetable and book in here, or just text our admin team.
What is ONERO?
ONERO® was developed at Griffith University by Professor Belinda Beck, based on the landmark LIFTMOR study. The research found that high-intensity resistance and impact training, done safely under supervision, is one of the only forms of exercise proven to stimulate new bone growth.
Conventional advice for osteoporosis (walking, swimming, light exercise) does not provide enough mechanical loading to meaningfully improve bone density. ONERO does.
ONERO is endorsed by Healthy Bones Australia and delivered exclusively by accredited practitioners (Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists) who have completed the official ONERO Academy training.
Our ONERO classes are led and fully supervised by Lorena or Imogen, both are experienced clinicians and certified ONERO practitioners, trained through the official ONERO Academy.
They will be there to make sure you are safe and progressing well throughout the program.
Your Formotion ONERO Practitioners
Lorena
Imogen
Lorena Graham
Physiotherapist | B.Sc Physiotherapy
Imogen Young
Accredited Exercise Physiologist | Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
FAQ
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Yes. Data from ONERO clinics shows 86% of participants increased bone mineral density at the lumbar spine, and 69% increased bone density at the hip.
The program also improves posture, muscle strength, and balance, directly reducing fall and fracture risk.
These results come from supervised, targeted training, not generic gym programs.
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The ONERO program is best for:
- Diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia
- Postmenopausal women concerned about bone health
- Anyone with a family history of osteoporosis or fragility fractures
- Older adults wanting to reduce fall and fracture risk
- People told to "be careful with exercise" who want a safe, structured way to build strength -
No referral is required to book your initial assessment.
If you have a GP Care Plan (GPCCMP) or a referral from your specialist, bring it along to your initial assessment as you may be able to claim this back.
Thereafter classes can be claimed on private health if you are covered for them.​
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ONERO is most effective with 2 sessions per week, consistently.
It is designed as a 12-month-plus commitment for meaningful bone density change.
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Yes, when supervised by an accredited ONERO practitioner.
The exercises are specifically designed and dosed for people with low bone density.
This is the entire point of the ONERO method, you need weight-bearing and specifically dosed impact exercise to stimulate bones to grow.
ONERO sits in the safe, effective middle ground, led by a qualified Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist.
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No.
ONERO is specifically designed for older adults and people who have never set foot in a gym.
Lorena and Imogen will guide you through every movement from your very first session, and progress you slowly at a pace that is right for you.
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No. While the program is designed to improve bone density, ONERO can be done by almost anyone and is a safe introduction to weight-bearing, impact and higher intensity training for anyone wanting to build strength, reduced falls risk and reduce bone loss in the future.
If you have a current injury or are unsure you can also book in with one of our Physiotherapist prior who will be able to advise if you are safe to begin.
