A kinesiologist’s guide to running well into your later years — Although we can do everything in our power to live healthy lives, it’s impossible to fully delay aging. Some bodily processes begin to break down over the years, and it’s just part of life. For example, the complaint around progressive stiffness is a completely valid one. As the body grows…

It’s exercise, but not as you know it — Sometimes the simplest of fitness principles are the ones that go under the radar. In this case, the difference between exercise and physical activity is often greatly overlooked. We’re fed all of these fancy-looking videos and articles that show us how to train, when to train, and why we’re never…

These feel easy but will work wonders for overcoming flare-ups! — There are hundreds of reasons why your back may be feeling stiff and painful. You could’ve lifted too heavy, run too far, or simply overworked yourself in the office. There’s even a chance that there’s no connection to why your body is feeling grumpy. Whatever the case may be, there’s…

Do you want to improve your form and speed? This is what it takes. — Did you know that warm-ups and strength exercises can co-exist for runners? Not only is it possible to implement resistance-based movements into your pre-run routine, but it should be encouraged for maximal performance and injury prevention! Now I know that you’re probably thinking something along the lines of, “I have…

A kinesiologist’s exercise prescription for happy hips forever. — If you struggle with tight, cranky hips, listen up. You don’t need to stretch for hours on end to get the relief you’re looking for. It’s time to put the braces and painkillers away because I’ve got a prescription that’s far more effective and sustainable. …

As a kinesiologist, I see so many patients forget this one thing. — I came across a meme yesterday of someone drowning while swimming in knee-deep water. The caption read, “Why am I still in pain? I’m doing all my rehab exercises!”. Other text bubbles surrounded the image such as ‘sleeps 4 hours per night’, and ‘eats poorly and is chronically dehydrated’. …

Studies now reveal a better way and it’s dead easy. — Glute bridges don’t target the glutes; we’ve been misled for decades. Most people would consider you crazy for saying this, but what if you were true? What if you have the evidence to back it up? Believe it or not, this is now a reality. This exercise doesn’t do what…

Just follow these 5 steps and you’ll be set for life! — Have you ever done a warm-up and not been sure if you’re doing the right thing? Perhaps you’re questioning whether it’s even worth doing in the first place. If this is you, I have great news. As a kinesiologist, I get questions about the warm-up all the time. …

No, resistance training doesn’t stunt growth. It does the opposite! — Weightlifting is for everyone. Period. Throughout my high school years, I was always told to avoid lifting because it would stunt my growth and leave lasting damage. It only took 10 years for me to realize that this wasn’t the case at all. …