Quita Harman Physiotherapist

10/05/2025

09/30/2025

05/12/2024

With over 300+ hours of clinical experience, Jacob is skilled at treating general back stiffness and pain, neck tension as well as shoulder issues and rotator cuff injuries. He incorporates a comprehensive assessment to create a safe and effective treatment plan to fulfill your needs and improve your quality of life.

Prior to completing massage school at VCMT he earned his BKin from UBC where he also played for their varsity rugby team.

With his comprehensive training and dedication to client care Jacob is committed to providing personalized and effective massage therapy treatments.

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06/29/2023

Peter O’Sullivan… one of my professors from Perth Australia. Dedicated to pushing boundaries and reframing solutions to chronic low back pain. Worth a read!

06/12/2023

Your body’s ability to quickly and effectively recover allows you to get the most out of your workout and come back stronger than ever! In our latest blog post, we offer some essential tips to help your body recover quicker, to get the most out of your training!

Check out our tips on the COAST blog!

05/17/2023

It’s hot, are you staying hydrated?

We are made up of 60% water. It plays a vital role in the functioning of our bodies!

Water helps our bodies remove waste, deliver nutrients to cells, regulate body temperature, supports joint and organ health and so much more.

Not getting enough water can impact your ability to think clearly, and negatively affect your mood and athletic performance.

So how much water should you be drinking a day? It may vary from person to person, but aim for about 2-3 liters a day or monitor the color of your urine to assure it is a pale yellow color.

05/12/2023

They may not be glamorous, but often the simple things you can do for your body have the greatest impact on your physical and mental wellbeing.

Here are five good habits everyone should add to their daily routine:

BREATHE

Utilizing proper breathing techniques can help reduce anxiety and is very effective at managing stress. Effective breathing techniques can also improve athletic performance by increasing oxygen levels and stimulating proper core function, which we need to power our muscles.

DRINK WATER

Water helps our bodies remove waste, deliver nutrients to cells, regulate body temperature, supports joint and organ health and so much more.

MOVE YOUR BODY

Regular physical activity is important for a healthy heart, maintaining cognitive health as you age, helps maintain a healthy weight and builds strong bones and muscles.

GOOD NIGHT SLEEP

Ensuring that you consistently get a good night’s sleep improves cognitive function, regulates your hormones, supports a resilient immune system, allows your body to repair itself and helps support better mental health.

NOURISH YOUR BODY

Nothing fancy, just a good balance of vegetables, proteins, healthy fats, fruits and grains to help sustain your body and give it the energy it needs to function properly.

05/12/2023

04/30/2023

There are definitely tendencies for people to be more inclined towards strength or cardio. Often this is dictated by genetics and interests/motivations. However, incorporating both strengthening and aerobic exercises into your workouts will help build better overall health and improve performance.

AEROBIC EXERCISE helps to burn fat, maintain balanced hormone levels as well as promote a more resilient cardiovascular system. This of course is very beneficial for your health, but it also improves athletic performance by increasing endurance and overall efficiency.

STRENGTH TRAINING builds muscular strength, improves our bone density, balance and encourages better movement patterns all which are important as we age. Furthermore, it helps to reduce injuries, aids in recovery from an injury and of course makes you stronger which is very beneficial for athletes. Did we also mention that strength training helps burn fat!! It does so by improving hormone balance and lean body mass which burns more calories throughout the day.

Cardio and strength training are perfectly complimentary for building a strong and resilient body.

01/29/2023

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01/23/2021

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