Andrew Heilbrunn

Biokineticist

Since receiving an honours degree in Human Movement Sciences from Wits University and an additional honours degree in Biokinetics from the University of Pretoria in 1993, I dedicated 28 years to practising as the Head Biokineticist at the Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of presenting lectures on the role of exercise in managing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, obesity, and osteoporosis, both nationally and internationally. I have also authored numerous articles on exercise for medical and patient journals, including the current exercise and diabetes guidelines for the Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes South Africa (SEMDSA).

My passion for sports has been a constant throughout my life. I have enjoyed playing football, cricket, rugby, squash, and golf, and I now spend my weekends mountain biking.

My career has been driven by a deep commitment to encouraging individuals with various health conditions to engage in regular physical activity as part of their treatment. I am dedicated to promoting the substantial benefits of movement, physical activity and exercise as crucial components of therapy in most chronic conditions.