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5 ways kinesiologists can get you moving better to feel mentally stronger
Walking the Talk: Why Kinesiologists are Joining the Conversation on Mental Health Studies and kinesiologists’ practice show regular physical exercise can improve mental wellbeing, including living with depression and anxiety We rarely talk about kinesiologists
More than simply “fine”
It happens every time we say hello. In person, in text, on the phone. Someone asks us how we’re doing. It’s politeness. It’s a social convention. And it’s a way to find out how we’re all doing and connect with
FEELINGS OF FEAR, STRESS AND WORRY ARE NORMAL IN A CRISIS
Taking care of your mental health (COVID-19) The COVID-19 pandemic is new and unexpected. This situation can be unsettling and can cause a sense of loss of control. It is normal for people and communities
STAYING ACTIVE DURING COVID-19
In response to the recent COVD-19 pandemic and requests we have received from several members around the world, ACSM and EIMC leaders put together a Prescription for Health on Staying Active During the Coronavirus Pandemic.
How is mental health like physical health?
We are all human beings, and each of us has a physical body. We also all have a mind, and we all have emotions. In the same way that we all have a state of
Study: Can a field of practice also be a brand?
The Canadian Kinesiology Alliance (CKA) is a non-profit corporation that advocates and promotes the advancement of the profession of kinesiology in Canada. It is the unifying voice for kinesiology in Canada and represents nine provincial kinesiology associations and over
What Kinesiologists need to know about Kinesiology Tape?
What Kinesiologists need to know about Kinesiology Tape? BY: Kathie Sharkey R.Kin and Amanda Tankovich (Guelph Humber 3rd year student) Kinesiology tape has been a popular topic lately and there is a lot of information
Tips for shoveling snow without getting hurt
As soon as the snow arrives, the shovelling season begins. But to succeed without injury, take the time to get ready! A lack of preparation could ruin your winter. Lower back pain, ligament injuries and
Exercise specialists should be members of our health care team
The Canadian Family Physicians is promoting Kinesiologists The radiograph in Figure 1 belongs to a 57-year-old teacher who, owing to a knee injury as a teenager, has lived with knee pain for most of her adult life.
5 ways you can move better to live better with osteoporosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia, or you know someone who has been, then you’ve probably heard the stats: 2 million Canadians are affected by osteoporosis, and at least 1 in 3 women