Cansportswellnessandtherapy

05/21/2026

⛳️ Reset Your Swing. Rebuild Your Body. ⛳️

Feeling a little stiff on the course? Inconsistent with your swing? If you want more power without the extra strain, it’s time for a mid-season tune-up!

Fix the body ➡️ improve the swing.

Join CANSPORTS for a 1.5-hour hands-on workshop at Eagle Quest Golf. We’re breaking down the golf swing from the ground up—starting at your feet and working all the way up through your body to assess your biomechanics, identify limitations, and give you practical tools to move better.

What we will work on:
🔹 Foot stability & balance
🔹 Hip & core connection
🔹 Shoulder mobility & rotation

What you’ll walk away with:
✅ Better balance & control on the course
✅ Improved swing efficiency
✅ Reduced risk of injury
✅ Simple exercises you can apply immediately!

🗓 Date: July 13th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Eagle Quest Golf (7 Douglas Woods Dr. SE, Calgary AB)
💰 Investment: $75 + GST

What to bring: A water bottle, a yoga mat, and 1 iron golf club.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced golfer looking to shake off some mid-season tightness, this workshop is for you. Spaces are limited!

👉 Click the link in our bio to claim your spot today! https://cansports.org/product/mid-season-golf-tune-up/

05/12/2026

We’ve all seen it: the person who can twist into any position and seems like the "flexibility goals" of the class. But here is the truth—hypermobility isn’t flexibility, it’s instability.

When we keep pushing for more range in a body that already lacks "brakes," we aren't helping. We’re actually increasing the risk of injury. 📉

In our latest blog post, we break down:
✅ Why "bendy" doesn't always mean "mobile."
✅ The danger of "protective tension" (and why stretching makes it worse).
✅ The vital shift from asking "how far?" to asking "can you control it?"

If you’re a movement professional or a hypermobile mover yourself, this is a must-read.

Read the full breakdown here:
🔗 https://cansports.org/the-hypermobile-body-just-because-you-can-doesnt-mean-you-should/

We’ve all seen that person in class—the one who can fold in half without breaking a sweat or twist into […]

04/06/2026

🎙️ CANSPORTS ON THE AIR! 🎙️

We all do it—we feel a little “tweak,” we rest for a day, and then we let it slide because life gets in the way. Whether it’s work, the kids, or just a never-ending to-do list, we often put ourselves at the bottom of the priority list.

But as our owner, Theresa, explains in her recent chat with the wonderful hosts of the Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast, ignoring those small issues can turn a simple fix into a "foggy," chronic problem. 🌫️

When should you stop "waiting it out"? In this episode, we are diving into:
- Why "busy-ness" is the enemy of recovery.
- How layers of movement issues build up over months.
- The "red flags" that mean it’s time to stop massaging it yourself and go see a professional.

Don't let an acute injury become a long-term obstacle! Check out the trailer below and listen to the full episode to hear Theresa's expert advice on staying mobile and healthy as we age.

Watch the trailer & let us know: What’s one "tweak" you’ve been ignoring lately? 👇

03/07/2026

Master Your Posture: The Ultimate 5-Minute Reset! 📐✨

Ready to stand taller and feel better? This full routine from the CANSPORTS Academy walks you through our signature Posture Re-set. Because posture is habitual and changes constantly, having a tool to realign yourself throughout the day is key.

From softening your knees to finding your "Ideal L," we help you set your position so your shoulders stay relaxed and you lift from your abdominals instead of your back.

👉 Learn these life-changing habits at the CANSPORTS Academy: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

03/03/2026

Activate Your Core: The Rib Cage Trick for Stronger Abs! 💪🔥

Ever feel like your core workouts are missing something? It might be your engagement! In this clip from the CANSPORTS Academy, we demonstrate how to properly activate your upper abdominals.

By pulling your ribs in and down, you create intense engagement that feels like a "corset" around your torso, providing the foundation for a rock-solid core.

👉 Discover more core secrets at the CANSPORTS Academy: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

02/28/2026

Perfect Your Posture from the Feet Up! 🦶⬆️

Ready to master the ultimate posture re-set? In this detailed breakdown from the CANSPORTS Academy, we walk you through the full sequence to align your body perfectly—from your toes to your neck.

By focusing on a strong base and balanced engagement, you can reduce daily strain on your spine and feel more energized.

👉 Master these essential life skills with our online courses: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

02/27/2026

Master Your Posture: The Easy 'L' Trick for Better Spine Health 📐✨

Ever feel like your neck and shoulders are carrying all your stress? It might be your posture! In this clip from the CANSPORTS Academy, we demonstrate the Ideal L—a quick "posture re-set" you can do anywhere to realign your cervical and thoracic spine.

This base movement helps align your body from your feet up through your shoulders, reducing strain and keeping you standing tall all day long.

👉 Learn more daily wellness habits at the CANSPORTS Academy: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

02/25/2026

Unlock Your Inner Zen: Neck & Upper Back Mobility 🧘‍♀️✨

Struggling with a stiff neck or a tight upper back? You’re not alone! Join us for a serene outdoor flow designed specifically for beginners. These easy-to-follow movements from the CANSPORTS Academy will help you release tension, improve posture, and find your calm.

Whether you're at home or outside, take a few minutes to breathe and move with us. 🌿

👉 Ready to dive deeper? Start your journey with our full range of online courses at the CANSPORTS Academy: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

02/22/2026

Here’s a strong Facebook post tailored specifically for this workshop 👇

🏌️‍♀️ Strong Shoulders, Stronger Swing
A Proactive Approach to Shoulder Health in Golf

Shoulder pain is one of the most common issues affecting golfers — especially women navigating the physical changes of pre-menopause and menopause.

This 2-hour workshop takes a preventive, proactive approach to protecting and strengthening your shoulders so you can swing with more power, confidence, and ease.

In this session, you’ll learn:

✔ How the shoulder complex functions in the golf swing
✔ Why shoulders are vulnerable to injury
✔ How to improve mobility, stability & strength
✔ Practical drills you can continue at home

We combine biomechanics, movement science, and targeted training to help you move better — on and off the course.

This workshop is ideal for women who want to:
• Protect their shoulders
• Improve upper-body mechanics
• Reduce pain or stiffness
• Maintain performance as their body changes

🎁 Participant Package Includes:

• Summary notes & take-home exercises
• Workshop-specific equipment for at-home training
• 10% discount on the Pilates for Golfers program led by Theresa Le Sliworsky at EagleQuest

📍 Details

🗓 March 9
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Eagle Quest Golf
7 Douglas Woods Dr. SE, Calgary AB

👕 What to wear: Sport attire
⛳ What to bring: Your favorite golf club + yoga mat

Strong shoulders build a stronger swing.
Train smart. Stay in the game.

🔗 View workshop details & register:
https://cansports.org/product/strong-shoulders-stronger-swing/

02/21/2026

Sculpt Your Abs: The Secret Hold for Visible Results! 🔥

Want to level up your core game? It’s all about the breath and the burn! In this snippet from the CANSPORTS Academy, we’re breaking down the "Secret Hold"—a powerful technique to engage your upper and lower abs simultaneously.

By focusing on controlled inhalation and targeted exhalation, you can create that "table" effect for a rock-solid core. 🏔️

👉 Master your fitness with our expert-led online courses: 🔗 cansports.org/courses/

02/20/2026

Low back tightness?
Recurring back pain?
Core workouts that don’t seem to help?

Most back issues aren’t about weakness.
They’re about poor integration.

👉 Introducing Back Care 101 – An 8-Week Progressive Spine Online Course
https://cansports.org/courses/backcare/

This program helps you:

🔹 Restore your deep inner core system
🔹 Improve thoracic mobility (reduce lower back overload)
🔹 Train your spine safely in all directions
🔹 Build outer strength without bypassing deep stabilizers
🔹 Retrain your body through breath & alignment

We don’t just strengthen your back —
We teach your spine how to function properly again.

If you're ready to move with more stability, control, and confidence, this is your starting point.

📍 Join Back Care 101 Online Course today:
https://cansports.org/courses/backcare/