Gearing up for ski and snowboard season
The last day of summer just went by. As most of us Vancouverites mourn the end of the sunshine, we can also shift our focus on our upcoming winter season. Although there’s no guarantee that there’s going to be much snow this year, it does not hurt to get ourselves physically ready to enjoy the […]
Headaches
Nobody likes a headache… But imagine if you suffered from multiple headaches a month! Unfortunately there are people out there who do. Most of us have had one, usually occurring on occasion and lasting a few hours. We are the lucky ones. Some people are plagued with debilitating and intensely painful headaches which cause years […]
Thoracic Mobility: The Linchpin of Neck, Shoulder and Low Back Health
The ability to move freely through our upper back specifically with extension and rotation has a major impact on our neck, shoulders, low back and even our ability to breathe efficiently. Try this simple test: round through your upper back and see how high you can lift your arms overhead. Watch what happens to your […]
Running in the rain
So the summer is over. Gone are the long and sunny days when it was so lovely to run on Vancouver’s amazing sea wall. Now we’re in it for 8-9 months of rainy grey weather. But is it really that bad? I had tons of fun running my first half marathon this past summer. While […]
Reflections on physiotherapy, motherhood & meaning
After taking six months off for maternity leave, I decided to come back to work. It was a conscious decision – no one was forcing me and it wasn’t an easy choice. I’ve really enjoyed being at home with my daughter, seeing her grow and develop, and rediscovering the joys of the ordinary with her. […]
Beginner core training
Walk through the basics of what the core is and learn introductory exercises to strengthen it.
Wishing for an endless summer
Labour Day has come and gone and we had our first taste of autumn weather recently. It’s dark when I wake up and I’ve had to wear my hoodie walking to work. For those unfamiliar with Canadian culture, weather is a major conversation piece especially when summer is ending and winter approaches. Clients always assume […]
Community and mental health
We just finished attending the Kits Picnic in the Park community event hosted by the Kitsilano Community Center! I have to admit it was a fun time. We have done it for a few years now are always quite happy with the outcome. We see friends and clients, old and new, and get a chance […]
How to survive a long haul:Physio advice for road trips and flights
Summer is a busy time of year for visiting friends, family abroad, and road-tripping across our beautiful province. Being sedentary for several hours in an often cramped and uncomfortable space can have its downfalls especially when it comes to neck and low back pain. Here are a few ways that you can mitigate the risk […]
Preparing for the West Coast Trail
In mid August, I’ll be heading out to tackle the West Coast Trail (WCT). The WCT is 75 km in the Pacific Rim National Park on the west coast of Vancouver Island. It’s a trail that features lush rainforests, campsites along the beach and picturesque pacific ocean scenery. However, it’s also known for the rigors […]