Summers Physiotherapy

09/05/2025

Lost and found!

If any of these items are yours, please claim them by Friday September 12th. Anything left unclaimed will be donated next weekend.

09/02/2025

FALL FITNESS PROMO IS BACK! Check out our exclusive savings at the gym for the month of September.

✅ All new members will save 50% on their Initiation Fee
✅ All memberships come with a FREE 30 min Gym Orientation session
✅ Purchase any PREPAID 12 month membership and get two months FREE
✅ Purchase any 12 month DIRECT DEBIT membership and get one month FREE
✅ Personal Training Starter Package (5 Sessions) for ONLY $175

Come take a look at our facility before joining and see what everyone in town has been talking about!

Discounts available for students, seniors, couples and family memberships!

Visit our website for all membership pricing options or call us at 613-774-4505 for more information
www.summersphysiotherapy.com

Please share with your friends! Healthy Motivation!

08/29/2025

We will be closed on Monday September 1st for Labour Day, and will reopen at 7am on Tuesday September 2nd. As always, the gym will remain open 24/7. Enjoy your long weekend everyone!

08/26/2025

This is not quite the running update for the week that I had in mind, but here we are!

After a quick trip down the stairs, my running career is currently on hold for the near future 🤦‍♀️

It's a good thing we have some amazing Physiotherapists at the clinic (shout out to Dana!) who will hopefully get me and my meniscus back into running shape as soon as possible.

In the meantime, instead of my running program updates, follow along over the next few weeks for how I plan on rehabbing my very freshly injured meniscus 🙃

08/21/2025

Summers Physiotherapy is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team. The position has the flexibility to be part-time or full-time to suit your needs.

Summers Physiotherapy is a busy, Physiotherapist owned and operated clinic located in Wi******er, Ontario. Our modern clinic is situated in a Community Care health building consisting of family doctors, ENTs, midwifery, and a mental health clinic.

The use of our 4,000 sq/ft treatment centre and fitness facility provides the ideal rehabilitation setting to deliver evidenced based care that is patient centered. We provide an environment for you to thrive as a Physiotherapist:

– 7 modern, private treatment rooms
– Stress free – Quality one on one care (60 min ax/30 min fu apts).
– Full use of our fitness facility for customizing rehab programs
– Educational Allowance (Up to $2000/year)
– Health/Dental Benefits Package
– Mentorship and continuous learning from our clinic leaders
– Full administrative support (booking, billing, marketing)
– Online paperless charting software (Jane)

You have the option of working as an employee or independent contractor. Choose the path that suits your lifestyle.

Send your resume to:
info@summersphysiotherapy.com or come visit our amazing clinic and say hello!

www.summersphysiotherapy.com

08/19/2025

Running recap 🏃‍♀️

We are 1.5 weeks into the 8 week Couch to 5k program so far, so here is a quick update on my progress.

The C25K program is designed with intervals of walking and running, and gradually increases your time spent running each week. 

Week 1 involves 8 intervals of running for 1 minute, then walking for 90s. Week 2 consists of 5 intervals of running for 90s, then walking for 2 minutes. 

So far the runs are going well! I've tried 3 different pairs of running shoes, and both treadmill and outdoor runs, as I have spent the first few runs mainly just figuring out my best running form. Ive been dealing with some ongoing nerve pain in my foot for the last few years, so finding the best pair of shoes to run in has been harder than I thought it would be.

Over the past couple of weeks my pace has improved by about 1.5 minutes/km, which is definitely helping the motivation to continue!

Let me know in the comments how your workouts have been going this week!

(Ps if any of you have seen me dying while I attempt to run past your house, no you didnt 😉)

08/13/2025

Lets talk running shoes 👟

When looking for running shoes, the best shoe will be different for everyone. Every person will prefer or need a different level of cushioning, support, and comfort.

In general, you want to look for a shoe with a nice deep heel cup. This is the part of your shoe that wraps directly around your heel and provides support and stability while running.

When lacing your shoes, you want to make sure that theyre not laced too tight or too loose. A good rule of thumb is that the holes your laces run through should be roughly two finger widths apart, when laced properly.

Your running shoes will need replacing every 300-500 miles. After this amount of mileage, the different components in your shoes will start to break down, and they won't cushion or support your foot as well as they should.

Enough cushioning for your comfort level. This is where most opinions on running shoes will differ. Some people love super cushy running shoes that feel like you're running on a cloud, while other people prefer minimal cushion to feel the ground under their feet. Whatever is the most comfortable and supportive for you is the best kind of shoe.

Lastly, you want a shoe with a nice wide section around your toes to allow your feet to spread.

When looking for running shoes, your best bet is to go to a running specific store, and try a bunch on. What works for one person won't work for everyone!

If you need extra help picking your best pair of running shoes, we have Jeremy Ross our pedorthist here to help!

08/12/2025

Today will be a little bit of a longer post, so buckle up!

After the inspiring effort of all competitors at the Dairy Dash this weekend, I (Sinead) have allowed myself to be talked into starting to run.

As someone who has never run before, and doesn't actually like running, this will be quite the journey! I will be following a running program called Couch to 5k, and will post updates, progress, and running prehab and rehab tips throughout the next few weeks, to provide a realistic look into what it takes to start running with zero experience.

If any of you have also been thinking about starting to run, this is your sign! Please use my posts to upload your latest run times, whether you put your shoes on for the first time ever, or whether you set a new PR. Think about these posts as your own virtual run club - this is your space to brag about your achievements and support each other in the comments.

06/28/2025

Big Congrats to Parker Holmes being drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks. Proud of you buddy!

THE BIG FELLA HEADS TO THE WINDY CITY!

Parker Holmes joins Nick Lardis & Marek Vanacker in being selected by the Chicago Blackhawks.

06/26/2025

The cutest thank you card from our kindergarten buddies at Wi******er Public School! We hope you had a blast at your park day 💚

06/21/2025

05/30/2025

We have some last minute massage availability for next week with 💆

Call the clinic at 613-774-4505 to book!