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! ! As we ramp up for what seems like another announcement with more bad news, we just wanted to jump on here to say that we see you. . ... . But we know that we are strong and resilient even if we don’t feel it right now. We will get through it. Every time you click on that Zoom link for class you made a step towards trying to stay as healthy as you can during this time. It’s hard. It might get harder and more restricted. There is nothing unfortunately we can do about that right now. Lean in. Try to get a bit of movement every day. Try to get outside. It does wonders. We want to hear how you’re doing! Comment below or DM us. Be real. I don’t think ANYONE right now is 100% okay. And that is okay <3 The STAVE OFF team <3 * * * * * * * * #ygk #YGKFITNESS #staveoff #staveoffkingston #supportlocal #community #wewillbeokay #grit #resilience #fitness #gym #workout #fitnessmotivation #motivation #fit #bodybuilding #love #training #health #lifestyle #instagood #fitfam #healthylifestyle #sport

NEW WORKSHOP ALERT ... . , , . ( !). There is SO MUCH that happens to a woman's body and yet many of our clients tell us that they didn't know who to go to to ask questions, ask for help and be able to talk about what is normal and what isn't during this time in her life. Then there is the pelvic floor. Needing to wear a pad because you're afraid that you mig...ht not make it to the bathroom. This unfortunately too, is common. Issues with sexual health also become more common too.. ' . ' . ' . . : - What menopause is - What are some of the common issues that come up in menopause - Intro to the pelvic floor - Common issues with the pelvic floor during menopause - WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT. Interested? Sign up in the link below! * * * * * * #menopause #womenshealth #perimenopause #physiotherapy #hormones #menopauserelief #staveoff #menopausesymptoms #health #women #ygkfitness #womenover #wellness #ygk #menopausehealth #hotflashes #endometriosis #hormonebalance #womensupportingwomen #pms #healthylifestyle #weightloss #fitness #pelvicpt #hrt #menopausematters #hormonehealth

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our STAVE OFF FAMILY to yours. Enjoy the day, hug your loved ones and stay safe everyone! ... #staveoff #ygk #ygkfitness #christmas #christmasday #december25 #kingston #family #community #smallbiz See more

We might be closed for a month but on her last class @jennljohnston got her first PULL UPS!!!! So proud of you Jenn and thank you so much for letting us help you with your postpartum recovery (x2) and pregnancy Look at this STRONG MAMA OF 2!!!! ... #staveoff #ygk #ygkfitness #fitness #fitspo #community #pullup #girlswholift #mamaswholift #postpartumfitness #merrychristmaseve

: . We know, as a community, our collective hards feel sadness that we are entering another lockdown as of December 26th. But fam - we can DO THIS. We can LEAN in. And we will be there supporting each other every step of the way. ... , . . If you are not in our members Facebook group, please make sure you request access as we will have more information in the days ahead . We got some plans! Nutrition challenges, fun ideas and support. 28 days is not long in the grand scheme of things. Have a wonderful holiday everyone and we can’t wait to see all of your smiling faces online ;) * * PS picture was obviously pre-COVID * * * #staveoff #family #community #ygkfitness #ygk #personaltrainer #fitness #workout #gym #fitnessmotivation #motivation #fit #training #bodybuilding #fitfam #gymlife #health #personaltraining #exercise #healthylifestyle #lifestyle #muscle @ STAVE Off

Are you worried about pain during labour? @kelseyvalentinept talks a ton about this in her birth prep course! #birth #pregnancy #baby #doula #pregnant #newborn #motherhood #midwife #postpartum #love #homebirth #childbirth #birthwithoutfear #birthphotography #birthdoula #naturalbirth #family #breastfeeding #labor #empoweredbirth #maternity #hypnobirthing #childbirtheducation #babygirl #babies #momlife #doulalife #laboranddelivery #babyboy #bhfyp

A pretty common thing we hear after a sprain is ankle stiffness. The feeling of just not being able to move it well. So how do we fix it?

RESTOCK ALERT We get asked often what type of protein powder we recommend. To be honest, we go based on taste almost exclusively lol BioX is a DELICIOUS well blending protein that Christina and Nick have been using for over 5 years. So we carry a couple of tubs in stock if anyone is interested. ... We have some samples to try if you would like! What’s your favourite flavour?? #staveoff #ygk #ygkfitness #fitspo #protein #nutrition #delicious #healthyeats

Kelsey goes through some distratction techniques for when you just cant wait!

Now if this doesn’t keep you motivated to keep going ...I don’t know what does It is so amazing seeing these awesome moms being role models every day of movement in our Strong Like Mom program. If you were having a bad day, you’re welcome. Turn the sound on and start feeling a bit better ... #staveoff #ygk #ygkfitness #stronglikemom #mom #fitness #fitspo #flex #momandbaby #mama #pregnancy #fitpregnancy #movement #pelvic #pelvichealth #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloor See more

Our next of birth prep 2.0 starts October 5th!! Registration is live here . https://staveoff.lpages.co/birth-prep-20/

Christina breaking down some shoulder rehab! Check out the full article here https://www.staveoff.ca/range-of-motion-shoulder-rehab/

Have you ever heard of Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is a separation at the middle line in your abs (often thought of as the 6-pack line) that can get separated if you have had a baby, had a hernia or put on some weight in your middle. A physiotherapist can help you work on that separation and get your core feeling strong again! Want to book in? Send us a message or email [email protected]

Kelsey Dropping some Knowledge bombs about the myth of squatting below parallel How low should you go? I have a lot of patients come into my office who have been told not to squat all the way down.... I’m here to bust that myth! There are a number of benefits to squatting full depth: Improved 1RM strength Improved mean propulsive velocity (power) Improved 20m sprint performance Improved Wingate test scores (a 30s all out bike sprint measuring anaerobic power) Improved jump performance (Pallares et al., 2020) Many of you may be thinking, but I heard deep squats are bad for your knees?? According to Hartmann et al., (2013), Concerns about the degenerative changes of the tendofemoral complex and the apparent higher risk for chondromalacia, osteoarthritis, and osteochondritis are unfounded (Basically, contrary to popular belief, deep squats do not cause injury) ALSO, both of these papers give mention to WORSE outcomes for pain and function for those only performing a half squat. Thank you to @sclintonpt for bringing this research to my attention through her podcast Tough to Treat, & thank you to CMFA Course by @icephysio, @alan.fred.dpt, @dr.mitch.dpt and @thebarbellphysio for showing us that deep squats are safe!!

we're always told to rest your shoulder, which can be good advice at times, the problem becomes when you take too much time. What can happen is that the muscles around the shoulder that need to be strong start to weaken so here is a video on how we rehab shoulder pain

They're a few appointments left for physiotherapy this week! Message us to get in!!! (ps this is pre covid, we'll all be masked up!! )

Everything looks a little different but here is what we're doing to keep you safe!

MASKS ON, DISTANCE ACHIEVED, COMMUNITY STRONG With the good weather, we’re going to take advantage of it. 2020 has caused many changes but there is a couple of things that haven’t changed. ... we are here helping you stay strong, healthy and happy through movement day in and day out. our community shows us every day that connection and sweating together (even at 6 feet of distance) is the way to go. Injuries may cause you to modify but it doesn’t mean you have to quit. We got you covered there! Awesome week of training everyone! Can’t wait for the weeks to come! #staveoff #ygk #ygkfitness #fitness #fitspo #personaltraining #personaltrainer #fitspo #flex #squats #strong #stronglikemom #stronglikegrandma #youallrock See more