About The Health Nav
We're the UK's first platform dedicated to connecting patients with AHCS-registered Clinical Exercise Physiologists. Search, compare, and book verified specialists near you, all in one place.
Connecting patients with verified clinical exercise physiologists
At The Health Nav, we believe finding the right clinical exercise physiologist should be simple and transparent. Our mission is to bridge the gap between patients seeking specialised care and the AHCS-registered practitioners who provide it.
We're building a comprehensive, user-friendly platform that makes specialist exercise physiology care easier to find for everyone, fostering a community built on trust and well-being.
A future where healthcare is accessible to all
We envision a future where everyone can confidently navigate their health journey, equipped with the information and connections needed to make informed decisions.
The Health Nav aims to be the leading digital resource for exercise physiology services in the UK — recognised for quality, integrity, and positive impact for both patients and practitioners.
A profession that's long overdue its moment
In countries like Australia, Clinical Exercise Physiologists are recognised allied health professionals: working alongside GPs, receiving referrals, and forming a standard part of how people manage chronic conditions and recover from illness.
In the UK, we're not quite there yet. AHCS registration only launched in 2022, and most patients have never heard of a CEP, let alone been referred to one. That's not a reflection of what CEPs can do: it's a visibility problem.
The Health Nav exists to solve it. We're putting clinical exercise physiologists on the map, and building the foundation for a profession that's long overdue its moment.
Visibility isn't just about finding patients — it's about building the evidence base. When CEPs are visible and in demand privately, when patients are actively seeking them out and paying for their services, that's the kind of data that supports NHS commissioning conversations. Every practitioner on this platform is part of making that case.
AHCS-Verified Exercise Physiologists You Can Trust
Every practitioner on our platform is AHCS-registered — personally verified by our team against the AHCS public register.
AHCS Registered
The Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) is the official register for clinical exercise physiologists in the UK. AHCS registration ensures that every exercise physiologist on our platform meets the required standards of training, professional skills, and conduct.
CEP-UK Standards
Clinical Exercise Physiology UK (CEP-UK) is the advocacy and standards body for Clinical Exercise Physiologists in the UK. It champions the profession and promotes the standards of practice that AHCS-registered practitioners are held to.
We only allow AHCS-registered clinical exercise physiologists to join The Health Nav. This ensures every practitioner on our platform has the qualifications, expertise, and professional standing you can trust. Learn more in our guide to clinical exercise physiologists or find out how to choose the right practitioner.
If you'd like to know more about Ben and Reilly our founders you can read their bios here.
Who We Serve
The Health Nav Marketplace connects two essential groups in healthcare.
Patients
We serve individuals at every stage of their health journey. Whether you are an athlete recovering from sports injuries, a professional managing chronic back pain from office work, or someone requiring specialised care like neurological rehabilitation or women's health services, we simplify your search for a qualified clinical exercise physiologist.
Verified Expertise: Connect with AHCS-registered clinical exercise physiologists, personally verified by our team.
UK-Wide Coverage: Find verified Clinical Exercise Physiologists across the UK, from London to Manchester, Birmingham, and beyond.
Specialised Care: Filter by condition to find experts who specialise in exactly what your body needs.
Practitioners
We partner with independent clinics and sole practitioners to help you get found by the patients who need you most. We provide the platform to reach more patients and showcase your clinical expertise, so you can focus on delivering care.
Grow Your Patient Base: Connect with local individuals actively searching for your specific skills.
Showcase Your Credentials: Highlight your qualifications and verified status to build immediate trust.
Get Found Online: Let us handle your online presence so you can focus on what you do best: delivering exceptional patient care.
What drives us forward
Our core values shape every decision we make and every feature we build.
Patient-Centric
By focusing on the patient experience we want to create a platform that is innovative and delivers clear and helpful information.
Trust & Transparency
Building a platform based on verified practitioners so you can search and book with confidence.
Innovation
We're building the tools the profession has been missing, from real-time booking to verified practitioner profiles.
Community
Strengthening the CEP profession by connecting practitioners with the patients who need them.
Accessibility
By centralising private exercise physiology and specialist healthcare data, we make quality information easier to find for everyone across the UK.
Integrity
We operate with honesty and strong ethical principles to bring you the best possible practitioners in your area.
Ready to find your perfect healthcare match?
Find a verified Clinical Exercise Physiologist near you. Free for patients, no account needed to search.