Meet Michaella!

I played soccer as a goalkeeper at a high level as a child/ adolescence, which lead me to multiple injuries and attending physiotherapy. Throughout my time at physio I became intrigued with the rehabilitation processes for injuries. This is when I decided to go into a Kinesiology degree after high school. I attended Capilano University for three years while I played Varsity Soccer and graduated with a Human Kinetics Diploma specialized in Exercise Science in 2014. I then transferred to UBC for two years to finish my degree in 2016, with a Bachelor's in Kinesiology and a minor in Psychology. Shortly after graduating from UBC, I began helping out with Concussion Baseline Testing at Strive and later transitioned into being a Kinesiologist doing Active Rehabilitation.

What to expect during your session

Rehabilitation focused (not so much personal training, i.e., preventative, working out, weight loss, toning). including a mix of mobility/ rom exercises, cardio, strengthening, stretching, education re: ergonomics/ lifestyle/ sleep.

Certifications

• BC Sports First Aid Certificate (with athletic taping)
• Fundamental Movement Skills (NCCP)

Specialties and areas of interest

• Neck (whiplash)
• Back
• Hips

Outside of the clinic

With my dogs, being in nature/ lake/ hiking, travelling, beach/ mexico