Making Kinnections - Kinesiology Podcast

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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.

  1. 2022-03-31

    Fergal O'Hagan, PhD, R.Kin | Kinesiologist in Research | Making Kinnections Podcast

    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. Links   Spencer Raposo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerra... Fergal O'Hagan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fergal-o-...

    57 min
  2. 2022-03-03

    Kinesiologist in Footcare | Brandon Nethercott, R.Kin - Pedorthist | Making Kinnections Podcast

    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

    49 min
  3. Madison Hudgins, R. Kin - Breast Rehab

    2021-07-28

    Madison Hudgins, R. Kin - Breast Rehab

    Madison Hudgins, R. Kin Director and Kinesiologist at Breast Rehab located in Ottawa, Ontario. Madison graduated from the University of Ottawa in Human Kinetics and has been a registered member of the COKO since October 2018. Madison is very passionate about women’s health which helped lead her to finding a unique clinic opportunity with Breast Rehab. In this episode, she tells why she declined all her grad school offer letters, what helped her decide women’s health was her niche, and the most important thing to do as a new kinesiologist. Show Notes 0’ - Intro 3’ - Declined all grad schools to continue as a kinesiologist 4’ - Performance review turned into a clinic opportunity 6’ - Volunteering helped her the most to realize kinesiology as a profession 12’ - Women’s health interest started with a thought-provoking professor 16’ - Role as a Kinesiologist/Director 18’ - Interdisciplinary vs multidisciplinary clinic 22’ - We need to fight for our profession 26’ - Dream for every health team to have a kinesiologist 32’ - Number one thing is to connecting with people 37’ - Kinesiologist resources (Connected Kinesiologists Facebook Group, LinkedIn, Conferences, TED Talks) Links Madison’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-hudgins-41610b176/ Breast Rehab Website: https://breastrehab.ca/ Breast Rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breastrehab/ Breast Rehab Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breastrehab/ 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 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/makingkinnections Making Kinnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingkinnectionspodcast/ ----------------------------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the next COKO Exam? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    46 min
  4. Francesca McKenzie, R. Kin - Online Trainer

    2021-06-28

    Francesca McKenzie, R. Kin - Online Trainer

    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/  ----------------------------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the next COKO Exam? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    49 min
  5. Fabian Rayne, R. Kin - Kinesiologist Clinic Owner

    2021-05-17

    Fabian Rayne, R. Kin - Kinesiologist Clinic Owner

    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/ ----------------------------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the next COKO Exam? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    36 min
  6. Michelle Jacobs, R. Kin - Family Health Team

    2021-04-13

    Michelle Jacobs, R. Kin - Family Health Team

    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/ ----------------------------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the next COKO Exam? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    45 min
  7. Richard Bucciarelli, R. Kin, MS, CSCS, CSEP-CCEP - Sports Scientist

    2021-03-15

    Richard Bucciarelli, R. Kin, MS, CSCS, CSEP-CCEP - Sports Scientist

    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.  ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the COKO Exam this April? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    39 min
  8. Jane Gage, R. Kin - Developmental and Disability Management

    2021-02-22

    Jane Gage, R. Kin - Developmental and Disability Management

    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 --------- Episode Presented by Kinformation Writing the COKO Exam this April? Don't know where to start? Take our FREE COKO Prep Course to help you get started. This course will guide you on how to study for the exam and create your own study guide in the process. This course is ideal for those just starting to study for the COKO exam. https://kinformation.teachable.com/p/how-to-study-for-the-registered-kinesiologist-r-kin-exam-in-ontario ENROLL NOW

    43 min

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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.