• Kelly Knabenschuh

    Kelly Knabenschuh

    Registered Kinesiologist

    Bio

    Kelly was born and raised in Niagara, Ontario. She was a competitive basketball and soccer player growing up, and started resistance training at the age of 12 when she joined the YMCA. Most of her weekends consisted of playing in basketball tournaments both in Canada and the United States. The team she played for saw a personal trainer 1-2x a week and she loved it! This passion for sports and training led her to complete her degree in Kinesiology at Brock University. During her undergrad she had the opportunity to work with the men’s volleyball team, children, older adults, and individuals recovering from a stroke or spinal cord injury. She moved to Barrie in 2021, and had the opportunity to work for a commercial gym as a Fitness Manager. For the past 3 years Kelly has led and educated a team of personal trainers. During this time Kelly has done various courses to enhance her knowledge in the following areas: fascial stretch therapy, mobility and low back pain. In particular she wanted to help those with chronic low back pain, as this was a common concern amongst majority of the individuals she consulted with. She will teach you various tips to incorporate into your activities of daily living to improve your back health. Kelly’s mission is to help you on your journey to an improved quality of life and that starts with addressing your movement patterns, as well as your nutrition, sleep and stress management!
    Qualifications:
    • Registered Kinesiologist
    • First aid/CPR
    • Fascial Stretch Therapist
    • DTS Low Back Pain Specialist
    • TRS Movement and Mobility Specialist

  • Mitchell Hooper

    Mitchell Hooper

    Accredited Exercise Physiologist

    Bio

    Mitchell Hooper is from Barrie, Ontario and played every sport imaginable growing up. After finishing with playing football at the University of Guelph, he wanted to take his passion for sports and carry that into a career in strength and conditioning. After landing a dream job with a professional basketball team as the head strength and conditioning coach, he began to question if there was a larger impact that he could make.

    Throughout university and while evaluating the best career path, Mitchell continued pursuing different athletic pursuits which saw him step on a bodybuilding stage, golf at the provincial championships (briefly working under Sean Foley, Tiger Woods coach in his prime) and run 3 marathons (PB of 3:24).

    After several family members were diagnosed with chronic illnesses from coronary artery disease leading to heart attacks, to cancer, brain tumors, seizures and diabetes, he knew that working with people with chronic conditions would be pivotal in his career moving forward. Despite all these diagnoses and advice to improve diet and exercise, there was nowhere for them to go to exercise safely.

    Mitchell sought out the #1 exercise physiology program in the world to undertake his masters in exercise physiology, which took him to the University of Sydney. After 4 years of study and work, he made his dream a reality by teaming up with his employer in Australia, Jarrat Wood (the founder of Longevity) to bring an exercise physiology/kinesiology clinic to his hometown.

    During this time, Mitchell continued various athletic endeavours and settled on strength sports. Things seem to have gone fairly well, as he now has a budding professional strongman career:

    • 8th place Worlds Strongest Man 2022
    • 2nd place Giants Live Strongman Classic 2022
    • 2nd place World Deadlift Championships 2022
    • 2nd place Giants Live World Open 2022
    • 3rd place Shaw Classic 2022
    • 1st place Arnold UK Strongman Championship 2022
    • 1st place Giants Live World Tour Finals 2022
    • 3rd Place Rogue Invitational 2022
    While he has always been active with different sports, his real endeavour is to put himself through everything that might be asked of you - whether that is leaving your comfort zone in resistance training, aerobic training, or committing to a long fitness journey to take yourself to a whole new version of you, he has been there. Nothing says ready for a big challenge like finishing a marathon and setting the goal of getting to the Worlds Strongest Man only a few years later.
    Qualifications:
    • BScH Human Kinetics
    • MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology
    • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA
    • Clinical Exercise Physiologist with CSEP
    • First Aid Certification
    • CPR Certification

  • Melanie Williams

    Melanie Williams

    Accredited Exercise Physiologist

    Bio

    From a very young age, Mel has always possessed a curious personality coupled with an insatiable drive to explore any sport or activity that crossed her path. This innate curiosity blossomed into a profound passion for all things related to sports, physical activity, and overall well-being. Growing up in a tight-knit French community, she eagerly immersed herself in a myriad of sports, from competitive volleyball for six years to multiple cross-country teams and even rowing with the Georgian Bay Rowing club. Not content to limit herself, Mel also maintains a year-round commitment to ball hockey. As her love for an active lifestyle continued to flourish, she felt compelled to pursue further education in health and fitness. Mel is an Exercise Physiologist and Registered Kinesiologist, having earned a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Physical and Health Education from Nipissing University. Throughout her academic journey, her passion for health and wellness deepened as she grasped the profound importance of movement for long-term well-being. Motivated by a desire to empower individuals to live their longest, healthiest, and happiest lives, she pursued additional education in Exercise Science for Health and Performance at the postgraduate level. Mel's professional journey commenced within the realm of Military culture, where she served as a Fitness Instructor. Her time there ignited a passion for women's health, leading her to recognize the pressing need for tailored resources focused on women's health and physical fitness. This realization prompted her to obtain certification in Pre and Post Natal Coaching. Driven by an unwavering commitment to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals grappling with chronic diseases or injuries, Mel channels her expertise into evidence-based, individualized exercise prescriptions. Through her dedication, she continues to guide clients towards achieving optimal health and happiness, one step at a time.
    Qualifications:
    • Registered Kinesiologist
    • CSEP - Exercise Physiologist
    • Pre and Post Natal Coach

  • Chelsey Torrance

    Chelsey Torrance

    Registered Kinesiologist

    Bio

    Chelsey Torrance is from Barrie, Ontario and deeply passionate about human movement, physical health, and overall well-being. From her early years, she was an active child, thriving in competitive volleyball for 6 years with the Georgian Cubs in Barrie. Throughout high school, she continued her journey excelling in flag football and volleyball. Chelsey continued her love of sport through university where she was involved in intramurals and the KinGames in 2019 and 2020. She continues to stay active daily through her training, playing volleyball year round and more recently getting into golf and running. These experiences ignited her dedication to promoting a healthy way of life. As a Registered Kinesiologist who obtained an Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa, she is dedicated to promoting and nurturing the pursuit of an active and healthy lifestyle for all individuals. Through her academic journey, Chelsey immersed herself in the latest research in kinesiology, exercise physiology and sports psychology. She gained invaluable experience as an athletic trainer with the Kemptville 73s Junior A hockey team, honing her skills in injury prevention and rehabilitation. Now, she is on a mission to empower you to embrace an active lifestyle. With personalized exercise programs, thorough fitness assessments and expert guidance, Chelsey is here to help you reach your goals and live life to the fullest. Join Chelsey in her mission to promote active living and unleashed the full potential of your body and mind. Embrace the journey to a healthier, happier you!
    Qualifications:
    • BScH Human Kinetics
    • Registered Kinesiologist
    • First Aid Certification
    • CPR certification