Mark graduated from Simon Fraser University (SFU), obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation.

Mark has several years of experience competing as a former powerlifter, attending several British Columbia Powerlifting Association competitions. Mark suffered a back injury that steered his passion to working in the active recovery field to help individuals return to activities they previously enjoyed that have been halted by injury. His years of experience as an athlete and strength and conditioning coach have refined his knowledge of exercise prescription and programming. Mark strongly utilizes his knowledge of sports performance and progression to bridge the gap between performance work and active rehabilitation.

Mark has years of experience working in the orthotics field involving clinical bracing, orthotic inserts, and orthopedic footwear, developing his holistic approach to rehabilitation. Mark’s goal is to educate and help clients achieve and surpass their health and fitness goals sustainably.

When Mark is not weightlifting or being active, he enjoys tinkering with keyboards and mice.

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Munir made his start as a youth basketball program coordinator/coach before switching his focus to rehabilitation and working with UofS Men’s soccer team for several years as a trainer.

Munir completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology undergrad at U of S, Saskatchewan. He is a Registered Kinesiologist with BCAK and is certified in Functional Movement Screen 1. He strongly believes in the importance of designing personalized rehab programs concentrated on the client’s specific injuries and goals. He enjoys expanding his practical skills and knowledge by constantly learning new methods and techniques to further benefit his clients.

Munir is inspired by all the strong women in his family and his grandfather. His role models keep him motivated to continue his family values by helping the people of his community and continuing to inspire the youth.

Growing up being active and involved in community sports led to physical awareness as well as injuries. Munir knows the road to rehab or recovering from a physical injury can be challenging. His exposure to preventive/ active rehab is what led him to become a Kinesiologist.

In his spare time, he loves all things sports, food, and podcasts. He is a dedicated Vancouver Whitecaps supporter and loves to watch their games and cannot wait to return to the stands.

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Tailynn graduated with a BSc in Kinesiology with honors from McGill University. As a varsity athlete competing in rugby, she was constantly surrounded by sport-related injuries, especially concussions and knee and shoulder injuries. Her experience as a female athlete inspired her to continue researching injury mechanisms and the effect of gender/sex on injury incidence. Tailynn’s honors research focused on ACL knee injuries and understanding the broader cognitive factors that contribute to injury. She strives to use her knowledge and experience to empower the process of returning to sport through active rehabilitation and a love of sport.

Prior to working at Kin Lab, Tailynn was an experienced coach in able-bodied and para sports. She is most passionate about coaching rugby but also loves swimming and cross-country skiing. Working with a broad age range, she has a passion for uplifting the confidence and enjoyment of her clients.

When Tailynn isn’t playing rugby or ultimate frisbee, you can find her outside, hiking, or painting.

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Natalie graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. During her education, she completed a co-operative education placement at a clinic, where she demonstrated various exercises to patients and performed laser therapy.

After graduating, Natalie worked at a medical exercise clinic where she led group exercise classes for people with chronic medical conditions. After working there, she learned how to easily modify exercises for individuals based on their medical history and fitness level. She found this experience very rewarding and helped prepare her for a career as a Kinesiologist. Natalie believes that regular exercise is not only important for the rehabilitation of injuries but prevention as well. She also believes it’s important to practice what she preaches. Natalie has been weight training for 6 years and has worked as a Personal Trainer for 2 years. She has trained a variety of clients from ages 18 to 65.

Natalie values continuous education and is always learning something new from fitness podcasts, colleagues, or research articles. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, cooking, and eating at different restaurants.

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Dan is a graduate of the University of British Columbia and has been working in the Health and Fitness industry since 2017. During his time at UBC, Dan volunteered as a Physiotherapy Assistant and Gym Lead in various VCH locations including Banfield Pavilion, GF Strong, and ICORD. These experiences and his time as a personal trainer have allowed him to be exposed to various injuries, conditions, and fitness levels.

As his primary method of rehabilitation, Dan utilizes corrective exercise and functional movement to help his patients recover from their injuries.

Outside of work, you can find Dan either gymming, running, hiking, listening to podcasts, or coding!

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Cayden graduated from UBC with a Bachelors’s degree in Kinesiology. He is a well-rounded athlete and has competed in various sports growing up (baseball, basketball, and football). Cayden was on track to play college or professional baseball until he tore his ACL which caused him to change life directions. After rehabilitating his ACL, Cayden started riding motorcycles and took up his most recent passion, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Cayden has competed in BJJ at white belt level and is currently a blue belt under Roy Duquette after 2.5 years of training. When he is not facilitating healing through exercise, Cayden can be found on the mountains snowboarding, in the ocean surfing, playing guitar, hiking/camping, working out, training martial arts, or reading a book/listening to podcasts. He has a passion for helping others achieve their goals and is always looking to improve his practice within Kinesiology.

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Enoc completed his Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus. During his time at UBC, Enoc had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous varsity sports teams, conducting various exercise tests on athletes using advanced technologies to collect data on variables. This information was then coordinated with team coaches and athletic therapists, contributing to a comprehensive and collaborative approach to the care of varsity athletes. Furthermore, Enoc actively participated in a research program focused on rehabilitating clients with previous Achilles rupture injuries and contributed to the composition of research papers and case studies.

Enoc places importance on establishing a strong rapport with his clients as a cornerstone for designing personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs and aspirations. By harnessing exercise prescription and educational techniques, Enoc is sincerely enthusiastic about aiding you in obtaining the essential tools required to confidently resume your daily activities.

Beyond the clinical setting, you can discover Enoc engaging in activities such as soccer, spikeball, and weightlifting!

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Dillon graduated from Simon Fraser University (SFU) where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation.

During his time at SFU, he had the opportunity to work at a long-standing physiotherapy clinic as a Kinesiologist, during which he gained valuable experience teaching corrective exercises to clients of differing backgrounds and conditions including ICBC claimants, athletes, children, seniors, and clients recovering from surgical procedures.

As a former competitive dancer, Dillon understands the need to perform at your best and how devastating it can be when injuries prevent you from doing so. Through his own experience of dealing with chronic injuries, he recognizes the importance of being proactive with rehabilitation exercise regardless of whether the goal is to return to sport, work, or improve daily living. He is passionate about active living and using his knowledge and experience to help guide people back to their physical best.

Dillon is always seeking opportunities to grow and learn. In his free time, he enjoys volleyball, golfing, weightlifting, and reading and has a weakness for good coffee.

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Michelle graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation. Michelle has experience working for multiple clinics as a Kinesiologist and administrative assistant. She has worked with a diverse population leading exercise programs for ICBC motor vehicle accident clients, athletes, children, and seniors.

Growing up as a gymnast, she quickly discovered the importance of exercise in injury rehabilitation and prevention. From her various injuries, she understands how difficult it can be when you are injured. She enjoys helping others recover from injuries by providing an individualized and effective exercise program. She provides education and tools to aid clients in recovery.

In her free time, you can find Michelle cheerleading, hiking, snowboarding, or completing various crafts at home. She can speak conversational Cantonese.

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Jerry received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Prior to Kin Lab, Jerry gained valuable experience working and volunteering in different rehabilitation settings in the Burnaby and Coquitlam area. Being a university-level athlete and having worked in various clinics, Jerry understands the trials and tribulations of sustaining injuries on the field, at work, or during daily activities. He believes that with proper guidance, and exercise education and planning he can help his clients achieve their respective goals. During his past experiences, Jerry developed a specialization in motor vehicle-related accidents. He works with his clients, and any third-party members to ensure proper treatment planning to accelerate their return to work and daily activities. Outside of work, Jerry enjoys an active lifestyle. His main hobbies include weightlifting, sprint training, volleyball, and photography. He believes in the importance of creating a balanced lifestyle to ensure physical and mental wellbeing.

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Vincent graduated from Simon Fraser University (SFU) where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in active health and rehabilitation.

During his undergrad, Vincent has had clinical experience teaching corrective exercises to patients with musculoskeletal injuries focusing on evidence-informed clinical decision-making under physiotherapist/chiropractor supervision. Vincent also worked as a personal trainer certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) where he prioritized corrective exercises within his client’s training programs. His experiences working with different client populations has taught him the benefits of exercise therapy where improving mobility, strength and maintaining structural integrity are integral to injury management.

Growing up, Vincent had always been involved in sports and athletics. One of his main pursuits being Taekwondo, and holds a second-degree black belt. After overcoming his own serious injuries namely, hip impingement and partial rotator cuff tear, his rehab experiences solidified his commitment towards helping individuals manage their injuries and regain functional capacity needed for daily living and working.

In his free time, Vincent enjoys lifting weights, reading and summiting scenic mountains in the summer.

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Rachel is currently not taking on any new ICBC clients

Rachel received her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She has over 10 years of experience in Track and Field coaching and competing, personal training, sports performance, and Kinesiology. Rachel competed in NCAA Division II Track and Field for South Florida as a distance runner. Due to several significant injuries and medical burnout, her athletic career was cut short. During her rehabilitation journey, she learned the importance of exercise programming, treatment planning, and wellness management. This experience led her to find her passion for physical rehabilitation and she strives to share her knowledge and skills to help individuals get back to the things they love.

Rachel believes that Kinesiologists are the critical final step in getting you back on your feet because they solidify the progress made from other allied health professionals using exercise prescription.  As a Kinesiologist, her ultimate goal is to foster a newfound appreciation and confidence for movement, mind, and body through consistent and mindful practice.

In her spare time, Rachel loves researching the next great restaurant to experience, Olympic weightlifting, cooking, making jokes that reference “The Office,” and going on long walks with her partner.

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Miguel has over 9 years of Kinesiology and Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coaching experience. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from UBC and is a certified NSCA CSCS coach and BCAK Registered Kinesiologist. Most recently, he worked with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Academy & Development Squad teams. He helped high-potential players reach the professional level of play by developing their physical capacity and coordinating return from injury protocols. Prior to this, Miguel was part of the UBC Varsity S&C team. He worked with a variety of CIS teams throughout their offseason, preseason, and in-season preparations as a student coach and graduate assistant. In addition, Miguel finished an 8-month Kinesiology internship at Allan McGavin Sports Med clinic and has been involved with the VCH SteadyFeet fall and balance prevention program. He has worked as a Kinesiologist and Trainer for Loaded Athletics, Studeo Vancouver, and Vancouver Parks Board, helping individuals of all ages, skill levels, and injury types achieve their health, rehab, and wellness goals. Miguel participated in competitive basketball throughout his early 20s and is currently an avid cyclist, runner, and swimmer. He’s passionate about sports, pain science, active rehab, and high-performance training.

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Juan received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University (SFU). Being a competitive triathlete, he has had his fair share of experience recovering from running-related injuries. Racing at a high level requires training at high volume which allowed him to hone his skills with regards to injury prevention and enhancing performance in endurance sport. Prior to his time at Kin Lab, Juan worked and volunteered at various clinics working with a wide range of clients of varying goals and abilities. Primarily, he worked with patients recovering from injuries sustained from motor vehicle accidents both in-clinic and with hydrotherapy (pool-based active rehab). Additionally, he worked with the TSS Rovers, a semi-pro soccer league, providing on-field assistance through athletic/K-taping, soft tissue release, first aid, and sport-related injury rehabilitation. Originally from Colombia, Juan is fluent in Spanish as well. When Juan is not out on his bike, swimming laps in the pool, or running around the trails in North Van you will most likely find him out on the water either kitesurfing or paddleboarding

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