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Heat or Ice? What to Use (and when) for Injury Recovery

Whether it’s rolling an ankle, pulling a muscle, or waking up with a sore back, when you get hurt you might ask yourself: Should I use heat or ice? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions we get in clinic. And while the answer isn’t always simple, learning how pain, inflammation, and healing work can help you make better choices when managing your injury.

Jonathan Chui
May 21, 2025
Training

How Fit Do I Need to Be for a Career in Policing? Part 2

Alright, so now you know all about the fitness components of the A-PREP and the kinds of physical demands you’ll encounter in class after you pass it. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. How do you prepare for the test?When reading the test requirements, you’ll notice that at the end of the day, you need to be strong, fast, and a good runner. So how do you focus your training when you need to be above average at, well, everything? The simplified answer is to be strategic about it.Here’s how we start: Stop and reflect on your current fitness status.

Jonathan Chui
May 3, 2025
Training

How Fit Do I Need to Be for a Career in Policing? Part 1

It’s widely recognized that being fit is important to the job of policing, and greater fitness can improve performance and safety on the job. When determining “How fit do I need to be to become a police officer?” there are two objectives you should be considering: first and foremost, the applicant assessment known as the Alberta - Physical Readiness Evaluation for Policing (A-PREP), and second, the increased level of fitness needed to get through recruit training class with ease.

Jonathan Chui
April 25, 2025
Training

Youth Resistance Training – Part 4: Guidelines for Youth Resistance Training

Youth Resistance Training Guidelines: Safe and Effective Approaches for Young AthletesResistance training offers significant benefits for youth and adolescents, enhancing strength, coordination, and overall fitness. However, to maximize these benefits while ensuring safety, it's important to follow established guidelines that account for the unique physical and psychosocial development of young people.

Tanner Kowal
December 1, 2024
Training

Youth Resistance Training – Part 3: Health and Fitness Benefits

The Benefits of Youth Resistance Training: Building Health and Fitness for LifeResistance training for youth and adolescents is an effective way to enhance their physical and mental well-being. While much of the focus on youth fitness has been on aerobic exercise, increasing evidence shows that resistance training offers unique health benefits when performed safely and under proper supervision.

Tanner Kowal
November 24, 2024
Training

Youth Resistance Training – Part 2: Effectiveness

The Effectiveness of Resistance Training for Youth: Building Strength SafelyResistance training for youth and adolescents has evolved from a debated practice to a widely recognized method for boosting strength and physical development. Research now shows that with proper supervision and program design, resistance training offers significant benefits, enhancing strength, coordination, and overall fitness in youth.

Tanner Kowal
November 18, 2024
Training

Youth Resistance Training – Part 1: Safety

The Safety of Resistance Training for Youth and Adolescents: What the Research SaysFor decades, resistance training was discouraged in youth and adolescents due to concerns about injury risks. Much of this fear stemmed from early data suggesting that strength exercises were harmful to young people. However, recent research shows that resistance training, when properly supervised and age-appropriate, is not only safe but also beneficial for youth development.

Tanner Kowal
November 11, 2024
Injury Basics
Training

Hypermobility: What It Means and How to Address It

Have you ever been told you’re ‘double-jointed’ and wondered what that really means? This excessive range of motion at a joint, known as hypermobility, might be more than just a party trick—it can impact how your body moves and feels.Understanding HypermobilityHypermobility refers to the ability of a joint to move beyond its normal physiological range, either actively or passively (Castori et al., 2017). It is more of a descriptive term rather than a standalone diagnosis and is often a symptom of a broader condition (Castori et al., 2017).

Josh Langkamp
October 7, 2024
Exercise Technique
Training

Saddle Tilt and Back Pain: Enhance Your Bike Fit for Comfort

Lower back pain is a common complaint I see when doing bike fittings for clients. While various factors can contribute to back pain, a sub-optimal saddle tilt is often one of the causes. A proper saddle tilt is an important part of maintaining a good lumbar spine position and letting you ride with comfort for longer rides.

Ruben San Martin
May 24, 2024
Exercise Technique
Training

A Beginner’s Guide to Training Zones (VO2 Max) and Thresholds

Diving into fitness introduces a world rich with specialized terms like “Lactate Threshold”, “Ventilatory Threshold”, and “VO2 max”. Understanding these concepts is pivotal for devising an effective workout plan that adapts to your training zones. It is also important for cardio training. This post aims to simplify these terms for fitness enthusiasts at all levels.

Ruben San Martin
February 6, 2024