Special Announcement

It’s been over a year in the making, but we’re pleased to finally announce as of Feb 1, Jory Meyer is the proud new owner of STRIDE Physio & Performance. We have full confidence that he and STRIDE will continue to be successful for many years to come. Jory will introduce himself more in the Read more about Special Announcement[…]

Men’s Health

It’s Movember – the time of year for terrible moustaches in the name of raising money and awareness for men’s health issues. Fast facts and Quick Resources: Testicular Cancer The #1 cancer in younger men. Get to know your pair, so you can act quickly if anything changes. How to Guide here: https://ca.movember.com/mens-health/testicular-cancer —————– Suicide Read more about Men’s Health[…]

Falls Prevention – Winter Walking

November is Falls Prevention Month. It’s also the time of year when the weather creates a few challenges to consider when walking outdoors for exercise… Check the forecast! Dress in layers and don’t forget a hat, scarf and gloves. Be visible! Consider wearing bright colours or reflective gear.  Check your kicks! Choose warm, supportive footwear Read more about Falls Prevention – Winter Walking[…]

Ask A Physio: How do I prioritize my exercises?

You Asked: I have a lot of exercises from physio over the years. They are all helpful, but I just don’t have time. How do I prioritize them? Our Response: We all have a limit to the amount of time we are able to devote to our exercises. This is the reality of life and Read more about Ask A Physio: How do I prioritize my exercises?[…]

Ask A Physio: How do I go about becoming a physio?

Physical therapy is currently a university masters level program. This means, you must complete a four year bachelor’s degree prior to applying to the Physical Therapy program. This can be any type of degree as long as it includes some specific prerequisites. A short list of 100 candidates are chosen based on marks to complete Read more about Ask A Physio: How do I go about becoming a physio?[…]

International Women’s Day

It’s International Women’s Day and we’re celebrating with a Q & A with the ladies of STRIDE… What’s a stereotype or an assumption of women that you’d like to see change? Laurel: That sticking up for ourselves or being assertive is bad, often being labeled as “bossy,” “crazy,” or “aggressive.” While similar behaviour in men Read more about International Women’s Day[…]

Quarantine Fitness

Why is it so hard to get back into an exercise program after quarantine? The answer is simple: you were too sedentary for too long. Is this really a problem? Actually, not really. We’re going through something that the world hasn’t seen in over a 100 years, so it’s ok that worrying about life, your job, and your future Read more about Quarantine Fitness[…]

Physical Therapy Career Opportunity

Are you interested in delivering a high level of care to clients that isn’t constrained by short treatment times? Are you interested in being part of a highly respected and progressive team of professionals that support your continued desire to learn and grow in your field? Are you interested in working in a new facility Read more about Physical Therapy Career Opportunity[…]

Kellycurls #3

It’s been a little longer than I had initially planned for an update! Would it surprise you to know that once competition season started, I haven’t had much spare time to sit, reflect and report? Better late than never I say, and conveniently, I find time to write this as the ‘Roar of the Rings’ Read more about Kellycurls #3[…]

Kellycurls #2

Safe Arrival It never seems to make a difference how long it has been since I was in my homeland – I find great comfort and familiarity in being here – like I have never been away. If I could bottle up Scottish air and Scottish water and bring them back to Canada, I definitely Read more about Kellycurls #2[…]