Kinesiologist

It often doesn’t happen all at once. Perhaps you notice your parent hesitating before the stairs. Holding onto furniture a little longer. Saying no to activities they used to enjoy. And suddenly, a quiet worry sets in... and you start to think about how your mom or dad are aging.  You want to help—but bringing it up feels uncomfortable. You don’t want to offend them, scare them, or make them…

We’ve all been there. You start the year strong, workouts feel exciting, and the motivation is flowing. Then—slowly—life gets busy, energy drops, and the spark fades. Suddenly, the thing you know makes you feel good starts feeling like a chore. If you’re reading this because your motivation is slipping, take a breath. There’s nothing wrong with you. This is part of the process—and it’s why the most successful long-term health…

You’ve tried it before — diving headfirst into a “new year, new you” mindset, promising yourself you’ll do it all. Perfect workouts, spotless nutrition, total life overhaul. At first, it feels empowering, like nothing can stop you. But then reality hits. One missed workout, a stressful week, or a busy day throws everything off, and suddenly you’re back where you started, wondering why change never lasts. Sound familiar? You’re not…

When was the last time you truly checked in on your health? For many adults, life moves fast — work, family, and daily stress can easily take priority while our own well-being slips down the list. Maybe you’ve been meaning to book that doctor’s appointment or get your blood pressure checked, but you keep putting it off. You feel fine, so it can wait… right? The truth is, high blood…

Most people know that exercise is “good for you,” but did you know there are official guidelines that outline the minimum amount of activity needed to maintain health? These are called the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Minimal Physical Activity Guidelines, and here’s the surprising truth: the majority of Canadians aren’t meeting them. What Are the Minimal Activity Guidelines? The guidelines recommend that adults aim for at least 150…

There’s something undeniably powerful about setting goals, putting in the work, and watching yourself inch closer to it every week. It’s more than just numbers on a weight stack or miles on a treadmill—it’s about proving to yourself what’s possible when consistency meets dedication. When you walk into the gym without a clear goal, it’s easy to go through the motions. But when you set a target—something that feels exciting,…

The Silent Strain of Modern Life  You wake up tired. Traffic's a nightmare. Deadlines pile up. Emails never stop. Your phone buzzes endlessly, and your to-do list only grows. Sound familiar? This constant, low-grade stress—what many of us just call “daily life”—has a real cost. And one of the biggest, most silent casualties? Your blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects 1 in 2 adults, often without obvious symptoms.…

It’s easy to get motivated when there’s a deadline. A wedding. A vacation. A race. A reunion. These events create urgency—they give us a reason to finally get serious about our health, to clean up our nutrition, to start exercising, and to follow through. But what happens when the event passes? That wedding will be over in one day. That vacation? A week, maybe two. The race? A few hours.…

Let’s be honest: perimenopause and menopause can feel like a rollercoaster you didn’t sign up for. If you’re someone who’s always made time for your health, it can be incredibly frustrating when your body suddenly stops responding the way it used to. You’re still working out, eating well, trying to keep up—but the energy crashes, and the stubborn weight gain just won’t let up. If you're in your 40s, 50s,…

Today one of our clients shared a success story with us. It was a great example of how a real-life situation can highlight the benefits of regular exercise. Benefits of Regular Exercise For A Real-Life Situation Imagine arriving to the train station to catch your train, only to discover the escalator is broken. You’re then faced with the challenge of carrying your 40-pound suitcase up two flights of stairs. At…