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Even movement professionals fall into the social media trap. 🙋‍♀️

I tell my clients with absolute conviction that rest is not optional—it’s where recovery and performance actually happen. I’ve said "LISTEN TO YOUR BODY" about a thousand times.

And then, while training for the Calgary Ironman 70.3, I opened Instagram, saw everyone else crushing daily workouts, and let social media FOMO talk me into running when my body desperately needed rest.

The result? Swollen, heavy legs, a flared-up hamstring, and an awkward lesson in taking my own advice.

In Part 1 of our 3-part end-of-season reflection, I’m sharing what happens when you let the "training noise" steal your recovery—and why comparison is the ultimate sabotage for local athletes.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://cansports.org/part-1-title-part-1-the-noise-how-social-media-fomo-wrecked-my-calgary-70-3-prep/

Have you ever let FOMO talk you into a workout you knew you shouldn't do? Tell me I'm not the only one! 👇

Part 1 Title: Part 1: The Noise — How Social Media FOMO Wrecked My Calgary 70.3 Prep - Cansports - Wellness and Therapy Summer is wrapping up. Racing season is winding down. And I find myself sitting with a lot of feelings — […]

Done waiting on the sidelines for your body to feel “ready” to move? 🚶‍♀️✨

Introducing Bad Hips, Good Vibes—a walking group for women navigating changes like menopause, recovery from injury, or just finding a body that moves differently than it used to. It's not about "fixing" your body; it's about moving freely, learning how your body works, and building real connection without the pressure to keep up.

Not fragile. Just fabulous. 💛 Come walk with us!

👉 Read the full story here: https://cansports.org/why-i-started-bad-hips-good-vibes/

Are you playing golf and your back is hurting like you backswing? Calgarians, we can help you!

The Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up on Monday, July 13 at 6PM is there for you.

Help yourself through the rest of the summer by attending this specialized course for your golf game.

https://cansports.org/product/mid-season-golf-tune-up/

Wellness and Therapy Calgary - CANSPORTS CANSPORTS is a boutique wellness center offering personalized movement therapy, Pilates, functional training, and integrative nutrition support.

Reclaim your swing with the Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up by CANSPORTS.

Check how CANSPORTS can help you improve your golf game in the middle of the golf season.

Owner and movement specialist Theresa Le Sliworsky will help you lower your score and let you walk pain free through 18 holes of golf.

Go check out our latest blog on our website and sign up for the July 13 Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up at EagleQuest Douglasdale.

Reclaim Your Swing: Why We're Launching the Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up - Cansports - Wellness and Therapy Stiff joints or back pain ruining your summer golf season? Discover why CANSPORTS Wellness & Therapy launched the Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up.

Is your back hurting your from playing? Are you having problems finishing 18-holes? Then YES! We can help you.

Come to the Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up Douglasdale on July 13 at 7PM.

In this class we help you improve to move!

Sign up today or find more information on our website.

https://cansports.org/product/mid-season-golf-tune-up

We’ve all seen that person in class—the one who can fold in half without breaking a sweat or twist into positions that make everyone else cringe. On the surface, it looks like peak flexibility. But look closer, and you’ll often find a body struggling to keep itself together.

Read our latest blog now: https://cansports.org/the-hypermobile-body-just-because-you-can-doesnt-mean-you-should/

The Hypermobile Body: Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should - Cansports - Wellness and Therapy We’ve all seen that person in class—the one who can fold in half without breaking a sweat or twist into […]

Golfers: Are you chasing swing adjustments when you should be looking at your biomechanics? 🏌️‍♂️

Most mechanical swing issues—and recurring injuries—stem from underlying physical movement limitations. If your hips are tight or your feet lack stability, your swing efficiency drops, and your risk of strain goes up.

On July 13th, CANSPORTS is hosting a 1.5-hour Mid-Season Golf Tune-Up workshop at Eagle Quest Golf in Calgary.

This isn't just about golf tips; it’s a hands-on biomechanical assessment designed to break down your movement from the feet up. We will focus on:

Foot stability & balance

Hip & core connection

Shoulder mobility & rotation

Whether you're looking for more power without the strain, or recovering from time off, this session will give you actionable take-home tools to keep you playing strong all season.

🗓 Date: July 13th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Eagle Quest Golf, Calgary AB
🎟 Investment: $75 + GST

Learn more and register here: https://cansports.org/product/mid-season-golf-tune-up/

The numbers don't lie: We need to talk about our mothers' bone health. 🚨

After the age of 50, 1 in 2 women will break a bone due to osteoporosis-related fractures. In fact, across the Asia-Pacific region, up to 30% to 50% of women over 50 are heavily impacted by osteoporosis.

These aren't just statistics—they are our moms, aunts, and grandmothers. 👵❤️

The good news? We choose how we age, and movement is the ultimate preventative medicine.
🏋️‍♀️ Muscle is protection: Resistance and weight-bearing training preserve bone density when estrogen drops.
🧘‍♀️ Movement prevents falls: Activities like Pilates, walking, and functional training drastically improve balance, coordination, and reaction time.

It's time to smash the old stereotype that strength training isn’t for women. Let's get our mothers moving before it's too late!

Read our latest blog for actionable ways to get your loved ones moving safely:
🔗 https://cansports.org/lets-get-our-mothers-moving-before-its-too-late/

Let’s Get Our Mothers Moving – Before It’s Too Late - Cansports - Wellness and Therapy I was standing in the mall the other day when I noticed how hard it was to get my mom […]

Check out our latest blog! Check out what is the difference between what you do at CANSPORTS and what my golf pro does.

What I Do vs Your Golf Pro (And Why You Actually Need Both) - Cansports - Wellness and Therapy I just wrapped up another golf workshop, and without fail, the same question popped up during the Q&A: “What’s the […]