Are you a Kinesiologist interested in Research?  Learn from one of the original Kinesiologists in Canada who helped shape the profession of Kinesiology.  

In this episode, we talk with Fergal O'Hagan and learn about his journey into become a kinesiologist, the importance of our profession and how he has helped shape the Trent U kinesiology program.  Fergal is one of the OG Kinesiologists in the business. His perspective is very unique starting all the way back in 86' where he was involved in the discussion of regulating kinesiology as a profession.   

Fergal O'Hagan is a Registered Kinesiologist, academic and researcher. Fergal completed a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education (Saskatchewan, 1984), Masters degree in Adapted Human Biodynamics (McMaster University, 1987), Ph.D in Exercise Science (University of Toronto, 2009), Post-graduate Diploma in Work Disability Prevention Research (Universite de Sherbrooke, 2011) and postdoctoral fellowship (Social Science and Humanities Research Council CURA program).   Practicing in the field of occupational rehabilitation with a range of clinical populations for 25 years, he successfully developed, implemented, evaluated and managed rehabilitation programs for acute and chronic disability. He is presently on faculty in the Department of Psychology at Trent University. O’Hagan’s research focuses on psychological and social process affecting work disability and the reintegration of workers following sickness absence.

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Are you a Kinesiologist interested in Pedorthics? 

Did you know you can combine your Kinesiology degree with a diploma in Pedorthics?  

In this epsiode, we talk with Brandon Nethercott and learn about his journey into become a kinesiologist, the importance of exercise in addition to orthotics and what he has learned from managing people.Brandon is a Registered Kinesiologist and Canadian Certified Pedorthist working out of Toronto, Ontario. Brandon completed his kinesiology degree in 2013 at Western University. After graduation he completed his diploma in Pedorthics and has more recently, in 2018, become an R.Kin. Brandon works as the the Regional Director of Align Custom Fit Footwear & Footcare.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 

A Podcast Connecting Kinesiologists   

This podcast was made to learn about Kinesiologists in different areas of work and learn about their journey. The goal of the podcast is to get a conversation going about how Kinesiology can be used in different areas of work. Each episode we will bring on a new guest with lots of experience as an R.Kin and listen to their unique perspective.  As kinesiology grows as a profession it is important to learn about how other Kinesiologists are changing their practice, moving into different positions or working with other professionals.

Video Available On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnCf3tY7V7E&ab_channel=MakingKinnections?sub_confirmation=1

Francesca McKenzie, R. Kin - Online Trainer

Francesca is a Registered Kinesiologist and Online Trainer with over 14 years experience in the fitness industry. Francesca holds an honours degree in Kinesiology and Health Science from York University, and she has taken numerous courses since in the areas of postural restoration, assessment, and disability management/return to work planning. Francesca is also the owner of FitFX Training where she trains clients online. She believes that exercise can be applied intelligently to help her clients reach new levels of strength, function, and optimal performance.

In this episode we talk about her own weight loss and fitness journey through kinesiology, taking the leap into online training and identifying your target audience.

Show Notes

01’ - R.Kin for 6 years in Toronto

02’ - Student athlete

04’ - How kinesiology helped her to lose weight

08’ - Leap of Faith into Online Training

13’ - Online Charting, Storage, HEP, Youtube

16’ - Panel on Virtual Kinesiology Sessions (Disclaimer Visible)

18’ - Day in the life of a Online Trainer

23’ - Knowing who your target audience is

26’ - Give your brand sometime to see what works

30’ - Postural Restoration Institute

36’ - Future of Kinesiology as a Profession

41’ - Advice for Kinesiology Students and New R.kins

LINKS

Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/

Making Kinnections Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakingKinnectionsPodcast/

Making Kinnections LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/making-kinnections/

Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/

Francesca's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francescamckenzierkin/

FitFX Website: https://fitfxtraining.ca/

Postural Restoration Institute: https://www.posturalrestoration.com/ 

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In this episode I interview Fabian Rayne. Fabian is the President and CEO of FabYourLife Inc., a multidisciplinary health and wellness company in Markham, Ontario. Fabian graduated in 2000 with an Honours Degree in Kinesiology At Western University.

Fabian has been practicing as a Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario since April 2013. Recognized for his leadership and dedication to his field, Fabian has served on the Board of Directors for the Ontario Kinesiology Association. Fabian is also bringing his knowledge to the classroom as an Instructor at the University of Guelph-Humber.

In this episode, we talk about playing in the CFL, wanting to own a business and looking at Kinesiology as a continuum.

Show Notes

01’ - Wanted to always own a business

03’ - Playing in the CFL and starting a business at the same time

05’ - Starting the business out of my parents basement’s

06’ - Having a strong business but even stronger network

09’ - Role as a Kinesiologist and owner in the clinic

12’ - Looking at Kinesiology through a continuum

15’ - Love of Kin tied back to being an athlete

21’ - The future is bright for Kins

30’ - Stop competing so much

LINKS

Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/

Making Kinnections Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakingKinnectionsPodcast/

Making Kinnections LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/making-kinnections/

Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/

Fabian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayne-fabian-207a2311/

FabYourLife Website: https://fabyourlife.com/

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Michelle Jacobs, R. Kin - Family Health Team

Michelle Jacobs is a R.Kin and a CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist working for the Kincardine Family Health Team (KFHT). Michelle graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours) in 2013 and then Niagara College graduate program Exercise Science for Health and Performance in 2014. It took a few years for her to get where she is at the KFHT and each step taught her something about what she wanted out of her career. Her role at the KFHT is to provide exercise prescription for the variety of rehabilitation programs offered as well as run health promotion programs. Working with such a wide patient population challenges her to use many of the skills she has learned over the years. She finds the work very rewarding when her patients make a lifestyle change that helps to manage their overall health. Michelle has truly found her dream job!

In this episode we talk about being "more than an assistant", helping the community at large and moving outside of the box.

Show Notes

01’ - Wrote COKO Exam in September 2014

02’ - Graduated from Brock University and Niagara College Health Promotion

05’ - QR Fitness Trails Placement

06’ - Wrote CSEP-CEP and COKO Exams in 2014

08’ - Learning to be more confident with clients

10’ - Being treated as a Physio Assistant

11’ - Deciding on the Kincardine Family Health Team

15’ - What is Family Health Team?

23’ - Team Unbreakable - Mental Health for Youth

26’ - Deciding that I can do more than being an assistant

28’ - Helping the community

29’ - Exercise is Medicine-> More Kins in a Family Health Team Role (Health Promotion)

33’ - Don’t be stuck in a box

35’ - Face it until you make it

37’ - Advice, Books, Courses

Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/

Making Kinnections Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakingKinnectionsPodcast/

Making Kinnections LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/making-kinnections/

Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/

http://www.kincardinemedical.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/Kincardine-Family-Health-Team-167360876734637/

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Richard Bucciarelli, R. Kin - Sports Scientist

Richard Bucciarelli, MS, B.Kin., R.Kin, CSCS, CSEP-CEP, USSF “A”, is a professional fitness coach, sports scientist and coach educator, and the owner of Speed Training, a sport-specific strength and conditioning company in Toronto. Richard has worked at some of the highest levels in the sport of soccer, both in Canada and internationally, including the Canadian National Women’s Soccer Teams and the Toronto FC Academy. Richard is presently completing his PhD in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences with a specialty in biomechanics of speed and acceleration training in soccer players, at the University of Guelph (expected 2021). He also works as a Professor in the Fitness and Health Promotion program at George Brown College, and in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Guelph-Humber.

In this episode, we talk about the missing piece in sports science, why he still has his R. Kin designation, and how the best investment you can make in your career is education. 

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SHOW NOTES

01’ Registered Kinesiologist Since 2016

02’ Worked as a soccer coach with local club during university

04’ Niched in soccer fitness

06’ Spark Notes of this career

08’ Don’t have as much money/resources as you think at the higher level

09’ Missing piece in sport science 

11’ Pilot fitness app with university soccer team 

13’ Matching athletes with coaches

17’ Why R.Kin Designation? 

21’ Investment you make in your education is the most valuable way to spend your money- invest in yourself

23’ Kinesiology in a profession- important for fitness professional/kinesiology ->

1) Very important to develop entrepreneurial skills - some ability to market/sell yourself - how are you going to add value to the company - or start your own business 

2) Stay up to date to technology 

28’ Advice for Kinesiology Students 

Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/

Making Kinnections Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakingKinnectionsPodcast/

Making Kinnections LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/making-kinnections/

Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/

Richard’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-bucciarelli-ms-r-kin-cscs-csep-cep-49772791/

Richard’s Website: https://www.soccerfitness.ca/ 

Richards Instagram: @richardbucciarelli

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Jane Gage - R.Kin - Developmental and Disability Management

Jane completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo. She is registered with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario, a member of the Ontario Kinesiology Association and Canadian Kinesiology Alliance with certification in ABA from the Geneva Center for Autism as well as certifications with CCAA, Yoga Instruction, BoneFit and GLA:D. She has facilitated movement programs with individuals who are living with chronic illness and disability since the inception of her career. Jane has a passion for helping individuals, young and old, reach their health goals and potential.

In this episode, we talk about coming back to your purpose, working with developmentally challenged adults as a kin and following your passions.

SHOW NOTES

01’ - Years as an Kin 29 years- 2016 started as an R.Kin

02’ - Graduated 1991 from Waterloo

03’ - Kinesiologist for day program- developmentally challenged adults

04’ - Physiotherapy One Kinesiologist - exercise programs for MVA WSIB and sports injury

05’ - working in a team of multidisciplinary members

07’ - Founded a private practice while becoming a new mother

10’ - Coming back to your purpose and passion

12’ - Followed her passion and became an EA with children with developmental education on top of her private practice.

13‘ Kinesiologists in school boards with return to work - Kins on Staff

19’ What you do as a kinesiologist in private practice?

20’ Marketing through community based agencies, CMHA

23’ Overall experience as an R.Kin

24’ Passion and Purpose

26’ Future of Kinesiology as a profession - Exercise for Mental Health

34'- Advice for R.Kin’s- mindset that it will be journey of continually learning and networking.

35’ - Books, Courses and Influences

Books: SPARK by Dr. John J Ratey  |  Smart Moves- Carla Hannaford

Courses: Sonya Story -Move, Play, Thrive- Brain and Sensory Foundations, Integrative Leaning System- Primitive Reflexes.

Influences: Clients

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In this episode, I interview Malik Carby-Corbett, Registered Kinesiologist and Founder of MalikTheKin. He specializes in athletic movement and performance optimization. Malik graduated from the University of Guelph-Humber where he accredits a lot of his skills and confidence in his career today. In this episode, Malik talks about his fascinate with human performance at a young age, how you don’t get hurt on a table so you shouldn’t rehabilitate there, and how Kinesiology can be a one stop shop for al things health, fitness and wellness. 

Show Notes: 

01’ - Started with a fascination in human performance 

03’ - Blend of practicality and theoretical at Guelph-Humber 

10’ - SportSide Medical Services 

12’ - You don’t get hurt laying on a table 

14’ - Sport Therapist at Rugby Ontario 

16’ - Saying Yes to opportunities 

17’ - Know what your value is 

18’ - MalikTheKin 

20’ - The Future of Kinesiology as a profession 

21’ - Kinesiology as a one stop shop 

24’ - Listen to yourself to navigate where you wanna be 

26’ - Course that changed his practice 

Links: 

Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/ 

Making Kinnections Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakingKinnectionsPodcast/ 

Making Kinnections LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/making-kinnections/ 

Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/ 

Malik’s LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/malik-carby-corbett-5b9ba71a4/ 

Malikthekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malikthekin_/ 

MalikTheKin Website: https://www.malikthekin.com/index.html 

Reconditioning HQ: https://reconditioninghq.com/ 

NeuroKineticTherapy: https://neurokinetictherapy.com/ 

SportSideMedical: https://www.sportsidemedical.com/

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Lauren Jenkinson is a R.Kin and CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist working as a cardiac rehab supervisor at UHN Toronto Rehab's Cardiovascular  Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. Lauren graduated from University of Guelph and then Humber College from ELSM Program. She thrives when helping patients create realistic, long lasting, and enjoyable healthy behaviour change. Her passion is to help others live a fulfilling and healthy life in the most thorough way possible. Through her experiences and education in kinesiology she empower's people to harness their potential to make positive changes to their lifestyle. She was also the host for the inaugural season of The CSEP Podcast, focused on mentorship in the field of health & fitness. 

In this episode, we talk about her role as a cardiac rehab supervisor, her experience as podcast host at CSEP and the advocacy we need as kins to let people know what we do.

Show Notes

01’ - Wrote first exam in 2013

02’ - Told taking kin to become a physio is not the best choice (super competitive)

05’ - Humber College for ESLM

08’ - Volunteering to keep your foot in the door.

11’ - Role as a Cardiac Rehab Supervisor

18’ - Difference between Cardiac Rehab role and Clinical Kin role

24’ - CSEP Podcast Host for Season 1 - Mentorship

29’ - Overall Experience as a Kinesiologist

31’ - Using exercise to break stress 

36’ - Future of Kinesiology of a profession - Virtual care of a more cost effective method - Kin very versatile in chronic disease or preventive. 

41’ - Advocacy to start the convo about what a kinesiologist does.

44’ - Advice for R.Kins and Kinesiology students

52’ - Timing is super important for opportunities, but keep trying

Lauren LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-jenkinson-78581251/

Spencer LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spennyraposo/

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