Kinesiology PEI

Enjoying day 2 of the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance (CKA) virtual conference. Our KinPEI President, Dr. Travis Saunders, presented the new 24 Hour Movement Guidelines to the national body of Kinesiologists. Haven’t checked out the guidelines yet? www.csepguidelines.ca

See the full details on the new 24 hour movement guidelines at csepguidelines.ca https://www.cbc.ca//pei-24-hour-movement-guidelines-upei-1

Hey, PEI! During October, @participaction is hosting the Great Big Move to help get Canadians moving. We may be small, but let's show Canada that we're mighty! Download the app and grab some friends. Heck, grab some strangers! Create a team and get moving. Maybe win some great prizes!! Stick 'PEI' in your team name so everybody knows who we are.... Post photos of your activities and tag #kinpei so we can see and share your progress!

Great news... @canadiankinesiology has partnered with @participaction to promote and encourage physical activity. Download the Participaction app and track your activity in October for great prizes!! #kinpei #kinesiology #activeliving #activelifestyle #movement exercise

Kins, complete this survey for CKA to help assess and shape the future of Kinesiology https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10159206201159880&id=90208634879

Good news! To support people during these challenging times, this offer has been extended until the end of the year! An early heads' up that KinPEI will be moving to adopt an examination as part of the registration process, so best to consider membership before that if you wish to avoid an exam! #kinpei #kinesiology... #Repost @kinesiologypei (@get_repost) Register for membership through www.cka.ca before Aug 1, 2020 and KinPEI will return the provincial portion of the dues ($55). Complete your membership and email your receipt to [email protected]. #kinpei #kinesiology

Are you wondering how to stay physically active during COVID-19? Check out this article by the Government of Prince Edward Island.

One of our own is helping get people moving on PEI!

An interesting look from the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management at the University of Manitoba on the benefits of being connected through COVID-19. Be sure to stay up to date on similar initiatives taking place on Prince Edward Island through this page as well as Instagram (kinesiologyPEI). https://news.umanitoba.ca/community-connection-in-the-time/

The UPEI Health and Wellness Centre is running a free exercise program (CHANGE) for individuals with metabolic syndrome. This is a great program and will be overseen by a Kinesiologist. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in the CHANGE program, you can sign up by calling 902-620-5156 or email [email protected] and/or [email protected] For additional information about the CHANGE program, please contract Marilyn Barrett at 902-566-0355 or email [email protected]

Due to financial pressures related to COVID-19, Kinesiology PEI will be waiving the first year of provincial membership fees ($55.00) for all new Affiliated Kinesiologists who join Kinesiology PEI prior to August 1, 2020. To participate in the program, please register for a Kinesiology PEI membership through the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance website (www.cka.ca) and pay the required fees. Once this process is complete, simply email your membership receipt to [email protected] before August 1st, 2020 to receive your reimbursement. For questions about membership or this program please contact [email protected].

Would like an expert to ensure your home workspace is properly set up? We got you covered! See details in the link below: https://www.upei.ca//upei-s-active-living-lab-offering-onl

Be sure to check out the upcoming UPEI 2020 Health Career Conference on March 19th! This event will be held from 6-8pm in room 135 of the Duffy building and include talks from a Physiotherapist , Registered Dietitian, Psychologist and representative from career services. Additional information can be found by visiting the UPEI 2020 health Career Conference Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/events/494936261195947/

On March 28, Physiotherapist Corena Hughes will be leading a 2 hour session on pelvic floor health for Kinesiologists, other exercise professionals and Registered Massage Therapists at Holland College. The session will include 1 hour of lecture, followed by 1 hour of practical training. Registration is first-come, first-served, with a limit of 20 attendees (8 participant minimum). This session is eligible for 2 Fitness NB CEUs, and Category A CEUs from the PEI Massage Thera...py Association. Where: Holland College Prince of Wales Campus @ 140 Weymouth Street, Charlottetown. (Use the Kent Street door entrance). When: Saturday, March 28 - 10:00am-Noon Who: Kinesiologists, other exercise professionals (personal trainers, group fitness instructors, etc) and Registered Massage Therapists. Cost: Kinesiology PEI members (including student members): $65 (Non-members: $85) Registration and information about this event can be found at the link below: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfYcYV1W95SJieUnf/viewform Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!