How Did I Become A Trainer?
I studied kinesiology & health science at york university specializing in fitness assessment and exercise counseling. To broaden my knowledge base I completed a 2200 hour diploma program in shiatsu therapy at the shiatsu school of canada a year afterwards. In the meantime I have been working for the sports clubs of canada downtown toronto where I have been a trainer for 3.5 years educating and training clients on their health and fitness goals.
Why Shiatsu?
Shiatsu provided me with the means to treat and educate people on the importance of an active & healthy lifestyle, along with the physical skills necessary to treat those who are suffering from pain, stress, tension & related health problems. My combined skillset as a personal trainer, shiatsu massage therapist and nutritionist allow me to provide a well rounded and fully balanced health regimen to my clients.
Wellness and health have always been my passion, starting with regular practice on family and friends as a grew up. My extensive work experience in fitness, lifestyle coaching, and volunteering in physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics have helped me to integrate the theory of western sciences with practice in a health care and fitness environment.
With extensive clinical and theoretical knowledge of both western and eastern medicine I am able to assess, plan and deliver the best course of treatments to meet your personal health and fitness goals. These goals may vary from an easy to follow workout plan, a weight loss regimen, recovery from injury, fitness programming for special medical needs (i.e osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, cardiac rehab), or to simply remain injury free during sports activities (tennis, hockey, golf, etc).
What Is My Motivation For Helping Others?
I’d like to be seen as a health and fitness educator as much as a therapist who people can trust and depend on for advice. the idea is to help people tap into their own healing powers so that they may remain fit in their body, mind, and spirit.