ATHLETE SUPPORT TEAM
Achieving your athletic goals isn’t just about training hard—it’s about training smart. That’s why having a dedicated support team of professionals is essential for success. From coaches who design strategic training plans to physiotherapists who help prevent and treat injuries, each expert plays a vital role in keeping your body strong, resilient, and performing at its best. Nutritionists ensure you fuel properly, while sports psychologists help you stay mentally focused and motivated. By surrounding yourself with a knowledgeable team, you can push your limits safely, recover efficiently, and continue striving toward your peak performance.
Habitat Health - Vernon
Erin Woitzik is a skilled chiropractor with a special interest in functional strength training, active muscle release, and gait assessment and training. With her expertise in movement patterns,
Erin helps assess injuries and develop personalized treatment plans to ensure a swift recovery. As an avid runner, skier, and mountain biker, she understands the demands of high-performance sports and tailors her approach to get you back to your activity quickly. Her focus on functional strength and muscle release techniques promotes long-term injury prevention and optimal performance. Whether you're recovering from an injury or looking to
enhance your physical capabilities, Erin is committed to helping you achieve your goals efficiently.
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Allison Godley is a dedicated physiotherapist, avid runner, and proprietor of strength training and nutrition for sports. With an integrated systems model approach, she specializes in treating the biomechanics of the body to enhance efficiency in sports performance and reduce the risk of
injury. Allison combines her expertise in physical therapy with a deep understanding of strength training to create personalized programs that optimize athletic performance. She also utilizes IMS needling to accelerate recovery, targeting deep muscle tension and promoting healing.
Whether you're looking to improve your performance or recover from an injury, Allison is committed to helping you achieve your sports goals through a comprehensive, holistic approach.
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Mara Boaru is a highly skilled physiotherapist with a focus on a holistic approach to rehabilitation. She utilizes an integrated systems model to assess the entire body, allowing her to create personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique injury and needs. With expertise in manual therapy and dry needling, Mara effectively targets pain and promotes healing through
hands-on techniques. Her dedication to addressing the root causes of injuries helps you achieve lasting recovery and improved mobility. Whether you're recovering from an injury or aiming to return to running, Mara is committed to helping you regain strength and function efficiently.
Sport Massage Therapist - Vernon
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MoveMed Physiotherapy - Kelowna
Jean-Francois (JF) Esculier graduated from the University of Ottawa's physiotherapy program in 2009. Since then, he has been treating runners of all levels (recreational to professional and Olympic athletes) and people with a variety of sports injuries. Being a clinician-researcher-educator and a runner helps him to provide the best care possible for your problem.
JF completed his Masters, PhD and post-doctoral fellowship on knee pain in runners, and obtained his Certificate of Sport Physiotherapy.
He is an active researcher interested in knee pain (patellofemoral pain, knee osteoarthritis), running biomechanics and running footwear. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia, and the Past President of the BC Sport & Exercise Medicine Research Foundation.
JF has published over 55 research articles in scientific journals. He is frequently invited to teach and provide lectures at scientific conferences around the world.
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MoveMed Physiotherapy - Kelowna
Bea’s drive is to help others achieve healthier versions of themselves through movement and exercise!
Combining her unique backgrounds in high performance sport (UBC Varsity and Canadian National Field Hockey Team Goalkeeper), neuroscience research and clinical experience, she aims to “act as a coach” by guiding you on your rehabilitation journey using up to date, science-based treatment approaches.
Bea is particularly interested in women’s health and has taken post-graduate training in pelvic health, assessing and treating runners, and treating the female athlete.
Her treatment approach uses a combination of education, exercise prescription, hands-on therapy, and IMS.
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Bachelor of Kinesiology - University of British Columbia
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Master of Science - Rehabilitation Sciences
(neuroscience & motor learning) - University of British Columbia
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Master of Physical Therapy - University of British Columbia
MoveMed Physiotherapy - Kelowna
Kaz (he/him) is a Canadian trained physiotherapist who was born and raised in Japan. Through his competitive soccer career, degree in Physical Education and business experience connecting with others, Kaz developed a keen interest in health care and helping people achieve an optimal lifestyle.
As a physiotherapist, Kaz has experience working in both hospital and clinical settings and he is interested in supporting people with:
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Running Injuries
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Chronic (persistent) pain
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Low back pain
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Neck and shoulder pain
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Kaz has additional training in Cognitive Functional Therapy and Pain Reprocessing Therapy. He is actively involved in the BC Adaptive Mentorship Network (BCAMN) for Pain, Mental Health and Substance Use organized by Pain BC.
He also loves teaching and connecting with others, and as a passion project, he organizes and teaches The Running Clinic courses about running injury prevention and treatment to healthcare professionals in Japan.
Kaz can help you in English, Japanese or French.
Education
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Bachelor of Physical Education - University of Tokyo Gakugei
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Master of Physical Therapy - McGill University
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Rob is thankful to have grown up in Kelowna and have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of athletics such as hockey, skiing, golfing, soccer, and martial arts to name a few.
While completing his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics at UBCO, Rob developed a special interest in strength and conditioning. He became a certified trainer and had the unique opportunity to train a diverse range of people from aspiring young athletes to Olympians.
Following his years coaching, he attended UBC and completed his clinical Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. Rob is dedicated to reviewing research and learning the most-up-to date science to best help you navigate your unique journey to your best life.
Education
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Bachelor of Human Kinetics - University of British Columbia Okanagan
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Master of Physical Therapy - University of British Columbia Vancouver
Sports Massage Therapy- Kelowna
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Kelly Anne Erdman,
Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
Offering Virtual & In-Person Consultations, Workshops & Webinars
Registered with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia & Alberta
A Registered Dietitian in private practice with over 30 years experience working with national teams, recreational athletes, corporate clients and the general public. She consults within Kelowna, the Okanagan Valley and virtually across Canada. Kelly Anne is a consultant with the Canadian Sports Institute Calgary, She raced on the Canadian Cycling Team from 1985-1992.
Iron Heart Gym, Vernon
Iron Heart Gym’s classes are designed to help runners build strength, resilience, and endurance, enhancing overall performance on the trails and road. Strength training plays a crucial role in improving running efficiency, reducing injury risk, and increasing power with every stride. Led by experienced professionals, including a Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certified Personal Trainer, Agatsu Kettlebell Coach, and BCWA Club Coach, our programs focus on functional movement, mobility, and targeted strength work. Genny, as the Owner/Operator & Programming Creator of Iron Heart Gym, ensures every session supports runners in achieving their best, pain-free performance.
Contact: 250.308.6007, or Iron Heart Gym
Tammy Kovaluk
MSc Kinesiology, Sport Conditioning
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Tammy brings a diversity of experiences over 20+ years in the industry.
Examples include prescribing corrective exercise within an integrative clinical setting, strength and conditioning for endurance athletes (especially runners, cyclists, and triathletes), and working with a wide range of clients from the very beginner to the professional. As strength and conditioning specialist, kinesiologist, and endurance athlete, Tammy will develop comprehensive, sport-specific training programs that integrate corrective exercise and
fundamental strength for enhancing injury resilience, efficiency, and peak performance.
Peak Performance Sport Psychology
Learn how mental training and sports psychology can improve your running performance and perform more consistently in races with Peak Performance Sports, LLC. Mental training experts, Dr. Patrick Cohn, Georgia Miller, M.A. and Jaclyn Ellis, M.S. teach you how to perform to your potential in track and field, cross country, marathon and triathlon athletes!