THE MOVEMENT EVENTS
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Gravity - Anatomy for Climbers
Rotator cuff, pulleys, tendon training vs muscle training, core training, strength vs power. All these terms get thrown around in the climbing gym on the regular but do you really know what they mean and how they relate to your climbing performance?
Spend the night with physiotherapists Don Lesar and Jess Mahler who specialize in working with rock climbing and mountain athletes.
Reserve your spot below!
Unlocking Wrist Stiffness: Unstiffen Those CrossFit Cuffs
Does your wrist grab you while in a front rack or during wall walks?
We've heard that story all too often. The goal of this seminar will be to help provide you with some drills to open up those wrists and forearms before workouts involving heavy or repetitive wrist extension.
We will take you through a series of self-assessment tools and exercises that you can use on a consistent basis to help unlock those stiff wrists and crush your WODS!
Join us at The Movement HQ by registering below
Desk Wars: Fighting Back Against Flexion
The next position is the best position! We all get stuck sitting at our desk for too long. That is why we are putting on a seminar to help you fight back against the desk.
During this seminar we will take you through some of our most used self-assessment and mobility drills to help improve your upper back stiffness!
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BR365 x The Movement Community Workout
Are you looking for a morning of hard work and community vibes?
On Saturday November 4th at 10am Brandon from BR365 Strength Lab and The Movement will be hosting a community workout that will challenge you and bring you closer together with other people in the community.
The workout will be done at BR365 Strength lab which is located just up the hill from The Movement in Greensville at 315 Brock Rd.
The workout will be programmed for all levels of experience and fitness. This should not hold you back from signing up. Hard is relative and we will help modify and progress exercises as needed to make it suitable for any level.
If you are looking for a Saturday morning of hard work and fun you can sign up below to reserve your spot. It will be helpful for us to gauge how big of a group we will have!
ANKLE TO SQUAT
Hey Alchemy! We’re coming in hot with another workshop about the ankle and how it impacts squatting/other movements. We will go through a few common areas we look at to identify ankle limitations, have you do a
self screening, and then work some drills that will address these areas.
Sign up below and join Nick & Dalton, Tuesday May 30th at 6:30pm at ACF Brantford. This workshop is going to get you moving! Make sure you come in something suitable for some light work!
Open Enrollment- Learn to Hinge/Squat Seminar
This will be our first Open Enrollment Seminar of the year!
During this seminar we will work on two important movement patterns for getting strong and crushing life.
The hinge and squat are two movement patterns we experience on a daily basis! They seem similar but there are a few key differences when it comes to implementing them into your day to day life and training.
Physiotherapist Dalton and Don will take you through an hour of fun!
The seminar will take place 10am on Saturday May 6th at The Movement HQ!
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ANKLE TO SQUAT
Hey Alchemy! We’re coming in hot with another workshop to help those ankles while you’re squatting!
Sign up below and join Nick & Dalton, Tuesday May 2nd at 6:30pm at ACF Brantford. This workshop is going to get you moving! Make sure you come in something suitable for some light work!
ANKLE TO SQUAT
Hey Alchemy! We’re coming in hot with another workshop to help those ankles while you’re squatting!
Sign up below and join Eric & Don, Monday May 1st at 7:15pm at our HQ in Dundas. This workshop is going to get you moving! Make sure you come in something suitable for some light work!
Pelvic Floor: Bracing & Leakage
There have been many myths surrounding urinary incontinence in our sport, one being it's "normal" and another being there's nothing you can do to stop it.
Common and normal are not the same and it's time we start supporting ourselves and each other to take control of our health! Join us April 26th at 7:00pm at The Movement HQ where pelvic floor physio, athlete and women's health advocate, Jess Mahler where we learn more about your pelvic floor and how to handle leaking.
Jess is going to give us the run down on how to brace properly with big lifts, give us some tips on decreasing leakage with dreaded doubleunders and scratch the surface on other myths related to our pelvic floor and sport!
Bayfront Endurance - Strength Training for Runners
Pssssst … We saw you skip your gym sesh.
Runners, listen. We get that the trials are your happy place, but strength training is beneficial for injury prevention & overall running performance.
Do you want to start strength training but are not sure where to begin? Are you working on a program but not sure if you’re hitting what you need to be hitting? Join us at the Movement Physio & Performance for a Strength Training for Runner’s seminar where we will talk about the principles of strength training and how to get the most benefit in your performance from your training sessions.
Physiotherapist and endurance athlete, Eric, will cover important regions to target and offer insights into the periodization of your training program. The seminar will take place on Wednesday April 5th, 2023 at 7:15pm at The Movement HQ!
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The Hip/Lumbar Connection for ACF Brantford
Lets face it, in CrossFit there are a lot of hip dominant movements and in any hip dominant activities there comes the risk of low back pain.
We often focus on hip mobility as an area of opportunity to move more efficiently during hip dominant movements.
In this seminar Dalton and Will, fearless leaders and Physiotherapists from The Movement Physio & Performance, will take you through a quick assessment of hip mobility and stability and provide some perspective on the direction to take your hips to reduce the risk of OR improve your low back pain.
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The Hip/Lumbar Connection for ACF Hamilton
Lets face it, in CrossFit there are a lot of hip dominant movements and in any hip dominant activities there comes the risk of low back pain.
We often focus on hip mobility as an area of opportunity to move more efficiently during hip dominant movements.
In this seminar Dalton and Eric, Physiotherapists at The Movement Physio & Performance, will take you through a quick assessment of hip mobility and stability and provide some perspective on the direction to take your hips to reduce the risk of OR improve your low back pain.
Sign up below!
STAC, MWR, BE, RD, Run Dundas, SWC, - Female Athlete
Females are not small men. That is pretty obvious to us but it wasn't always that obvious to science!
Until only recently, more robust research is coming out to support women and their specific physiological requirements.
Professional practitioners and female athletes themselves, Jess Mahler & Dee Muszynski from The Movement Physio & Performance are excited to share their experience on January 11th at 7:00pm to help you to reach your full potential.
Learn what your body needs in all stages of life, how to cater your training and nutritional strategies to optimize performance and overall health.
Sign up below!
BR365 - Squat Fix ... Hips & Ankles
Pain in your hips while squatting? Issues getting a full ROM? Does the phrase "ass to ankles" feels like a less achievable reality than Olaf vacationing in Bermuda.
If you answered "me" to any of the above questions then you need to join The Movement Physio & Performance physiotherapists Nada & Don on November 21st, 2022 at 6pm at your local BR365. .
Nada & Don will be with the BR365 crew exploring hip and ankle mobilities that might just be influencing your squat form and mechanics. This interactive seminar we'll touch base on some of our perceived limitations to these areas and get into some movements that you'll be able to put into practice to help fix your squat! Maybe even help you hit that next PR!
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Bayfront Endurance - Tendons/BSI
Runners listen up! The force put on your body while you're running is 6-8x your body weight.
Are your tendons & bones prepared to withstand that kind of force? Bone stress injuries (stress fractures) and tendon problems are a couple of injuries that can keep you from running for a long time. Understanding the steps you can take to prevent this can keep you running...now doesn't that sound good?!
Spoiler Alert... program management, nutrition and strength training are all key pieces to this! Join endurance athletes & physiotherapists, Jess & Eric on November 10th 8pm at The Movement Physio and Performance HQ to find out just what tendon & bone stress injuries are and how to reduce the risk of them.
Come prepared to move as it wouldn't be a The Movement presentation without it.
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ACF Brantford - Thoracic Mobility & Midline Stability
Crossfitters ... Your next PR could be right around the corner.
Ever had pain with overhead movements? Want to up your overhead work game? This won't be one you'll want to miss out on.
The importance of building thoracic mobility and stability for your shoulders is essential to become a beast with your overhead work! Think about the gains and being more confident overhead during push press, jerks, snatches, and any other movements you'll commonly see as a Crossfit athlete.
Join the Movement physiotherapy team on November 8th, 6:30pm at ACF Brantford where we'll take you through movements, mobility work, and exercises that are going to target that thoracic mobility and midline stability
Sign up below to reserve your spot!
ACF Hamilton - Thoracic Mobility & Midline Stability
Ever had pain with overhead movements? Want to up your overhead work game? This won't be one you'll want to miss out on.
The importance of building thoracic mobility and stability for your shoulders is essential to become a beast with your overhead work! Think about the gains and being more confident overhead during push press, jerks, snatches, and any other movements you'll commonly see as a Crossfit athlete.
Join the Movement physiotherapy team on November 7th, 7:15pm at The Movement HQ where we'll take you through movements, mobility work, and exercises that are going to target that thoracic mobility and midline stability
Sign up below to reserve your spot!
Runners Den - Posterior Chain
Speed. Power. Distance.
As runners, we want all that! All of that comes from a bulletproof posterior chain. Our calves, our hamstrings and tendons are all major players in this chain and it's critical that we train them appropriately to reach our run goals.
Join running enthusiast and physiotherapist Eric Ljubojevich on October 13, 7:15pm at Runners Den for an interactive seminar on our posterior chain. How it impacts our runs and some strategies that you can incorporate into your training to Bulletproof Your Posterior Chain.
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Pure Impact - Posterior Chain for Runners
Join us for an enlightening workshop designed exclusively for runners seeking to enhance their performance and prevent common injuries. "Unleashing Your Potential: Strengthening the Posterior Chain for Runners" is a comprehensive session that will delve into the crucial role of the posterior chain in optimizing running efficiency and overall athletic ability.
The posterior chain, comprised of muscles such as the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back, plays a fundamental role in running mechanics and power generation. Neglecting its strength and functionality can lead to imbalances, reduced speed, and increased risk of injury. This workshop aims to equip runners of all levels with the knowledge and practical tools necessary to develop a resilient and efficient posterior chain.
During this interactive workshop, participants will have the opportunity to engage with experienced trainers and experts in the field. Through a combination of insightful presentations, hands-on exercises, and group discussions, attendees will gain a deep understanding of the importance of a strong posterior chain and how to incorporate targeted exercises into their training routine.
Whether you're a seasoned marathoner, a weekend warrior, or just starting your running journey, "Unleashing Your Potential: Strengthening the Posterior Chain for Runners" is an invaluable workshop that will empower you to take your running performance to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your long-term success as a runner and unlock the true potential of your posterior chain.Sign up Below!
ACF Brantford - Female Athlete with Jess & Dee
Females are not small men. That is pretty obvious to us but it wasn't always that obvious to science!
Until only recently, more robust research is coming out to support women and their specific physiological requirements.
Professional practitioners and female athletes themselves, Jess Mahler & Dee Muszynski from The Movement Physio & Performance are excited to share their experience on September 21st at 7:30pm to help you to reach your full potential.
Learn what your body needs in all stages of life, how to cater your training and nutritional strategies to optimize performance and overall health.
Enter your info to join!
ACF Hamilton: Wrist Extension Tolerance
Do you ever struggle with your overhead press, pushups or handstand pushups due to pain on the backside of your wrist?
This is a super common issue that we see in crossfit athletes for a variety of reasons. In this seminar Nada is going to break out some of the common causes and provide some handy (catch the pun) solutions to these various drivers of wrist pain during loaded activity.
Join us Monday September 19th @ The Movement HQ!
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Runners Den - Hip Mobility & LBP
Nagging low back pain in runners is an all too common occurrence and in practice at The Movement we often see the hips contributing to the problem.
Monday August 16th @ 7:15pm we invite you to join Eric, Physio Resident, avid runner and run coach, in this workshop geared toward some mobility and strength drills to explore how your hips might be contributing to that nagging low back issue OR help you stay ahead of it and open up your stride.
Sign up below!
Where: Runners Den
When: August 16, 2022 7:15-8:15pm
The Movement 2.0 Grand Opening
When: Saturday July 23 2022 from 10-2pm
Where: Alchemy Community Fitness located at 625 Park Rd N Unit 3, Brantford, ON N3T 5L8
What: We will have coffee and snacks provided by Seventh Coffee company and Lettuce Live. We will have some fun challenges you can participate in to win some cool prizes and of course an opportunity to mingle with friends.
RSVP Below!
Runners Den - Performance Nutrition
There is so much conflicting messaging around food and nutrition - now throw in your own personal goals around running and maintaining a healthy weight and it becomes even harder to figure out what works through all of that nutritional advice noise.
"How do you manage fueling your run and also eating for health?"
"Are carbs good or bad?"
"Should I run fasted, is that ok? "
"When should I fuel during my run?"
"What should I eat after?"
If you are looking for some clarity and confidence in your nutrition plan look no further than June 15th! The Movement Physio & Performance's Registered Dietitian, Dee will be presenting on how to fuel for performance and for health!
MWR - Performance Nutrition
There is so much conflicting messaging around food and nutrition - now throw in your own personal goals around running and maintaining a healthy weight and it becomes even harder to figure out what works through all of that nutritional advice noise.
"How do you manage fueling your run and also eating for health?"
"Are carbs good or bad?"
"Should I run fasted, is that ok? "
"When should I fuel during my run?"
"What should I eat after?"
If you are looking for some clarity and confidence in your nutrition plan look no further than June 15th! The Movement Physio & Performance's Registered Dietitian, Dee will be presenting on how to fuel for performance and for health!
Sign up below
ACF Hamilton - Female Athlete with Jess & Dee
Females are not small men. That is pretty obvious to us but it wasn't always that obvious to science!
Until only recently, more robust research is coming out to support women and their specific physiological requirements.
Professional practitioners and female athletes themselves, Jess Mahler & Dee Muszynski from The Movement Physio & Performance are excited to share their experience on June 27th at 6:00pm to help you to reach your full potential.
Learn what your body needs in all stages of life, how to cater your training and nutritional strategies to optimize performance and overall health.
Enter your info to join!
Run Dundas- Self Care for Soft Tissue Issues
Foam rolling is magic
Foam rolling is the devil
Spend and hour on mobility work a day
Don't waste your time on mobility work
You've probably heard it all and more...but maybe there's a little more nuance to this discussion and we'd love to help you see where the role of self soft tissue work can fit in for you as a runner
This workshop will be interactive, we'll get you moving and feeling good as well as teach you about the nuance of this conversation
BRING YOUR OWN FOAM ROLLER
Where: 118 Hatt Street, Dundas at The Movement Physio & Performance HQ
When: June 14th 7:15pm
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Second Wind - Self Care for Soft Tissue Issues
Foam rolling is magic
Foam rolling is the devil
Spend and hour on mobility work a day
Don't waste your time on mobility work
You've probably heard it all and more...but maybe there's a little more nuance to this discussion and we'd love to help you see where the role of self soft tissue work can fit in for you as a runner
This workshop will be interactive, we'll get you moving and feeling good as well as teach you about the nuance of this conversation
BRING YOUR OWN FOAM ROLLER
Where: 118 Hatt Street, Dundas at The Movement Physio & Performance HQ
When: June 7th 7:30pm after weekly run 6:30-7:30pm starting at The Movement Physio
Sign up below.
Athlete Farm- Mobility & Performance: The Hip Complex
Mobility and performance are two concepts that are great goals in theory but in practice we see people struggling to achieve.
This physiotherapist lead workshop will dive into what we call the "Trident Approach to Mobility", how mobility and performance are often interlinked, and we'll both assess then explore some application of the trident approach to the hip complex.
Sign up below!