Fitness Through Motion was founded by performance coach and national-level athlete Donald Thomson to raise the standard of athletic development on the Sunshine Coast and beyond.

Based deeply within scientific training principles and real-world coaching application, FTM is built for athletes, coaches, and organisations seeking structure, clarity, and long-term performance. Donald’s coaching philosophy blends formal qualifications in Strength & Conditioning and Fitness with lived experience in sprint kayaking, surf lifesaving, and field-based strength systems.

As the author of The Complete Guide to Physiological Adaptation and Human Performance, he brings a rare combination of depth, discipline, and practicality to each client interaction. FTM provides in-person and remote coaching, performance testing, athlete programming, and coach mentorship — all backed by systems designed to reduce injury, optimise recovery, and drive competitive outcomes.

Every training plan is adapted to the individual’s sport, level, and season. Our seminars for schools and sporting clubs equip communities with the tools to protect their athletes and elevate their performance through intelligent periodisation and physical preparation.

In an industry filled with misinformation and short-term hype, FTM delivers sustainable systems built on precision, purpose, and results. There are no shortcuts. The work is the system. The system is the advantage.