Move To Improve
Move To Improve
Dr. Matthew Jirjis, Dr. Greg Uchacz
Honest conversation between leading Chiropractors, other fascinating health practitioners, and elite athletes on how to live a proactive life. With hosts: Dr. Matthew Jirjis, Dr. Alex Fitzowich, and our Sponsor: Dr. Greg Uchacz
Julia Shelley
Julia is a WBFF fitness champion, Women's fitness coach and former UN flight attendant. Despite living on the front line of war-torn countries with limited access to dietary needs, health care and exercise equipment; Julia's story reveals that a winning mind-set is our biggest asset.Follow her @: https://www.instagram.com/juliashelley/
Jan 10, 2023
21 min
Chronic pain
The thought of a never ending injury is an uneasy one. You likely know someone who suffers daily from chronic pain and have said to yourself, not me.Unfortunately more people today find themselves in this situation as any injury can spiral into this positive feedback loop.Today we tell you how to avoid falling into the cycle, how to adopt a mind set and strategy to break free from its chains and significance of training the nervous system.
Oct 22, 2022
25 min
IV Therapy Explained with Dr. Jatish Kaler
If you've ever made an unfortunate trip to the hospital, one of the first line therapies used is the IV or "intravenous therapy". Now, what if we infuse that bag of salt water with critically essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants? Is it any better than simply taking supplements? What ailments can it be used to treat? Is there scientific backing? Could it be what you need to get your health back on track?Naturopathic Doctor Jatish Kaler is here to help settle our curious minds.
Sep 19, 2022
29 min
How to be a Desk Jockey 101
This is the ultimate pep talk for those who sit in from of a computer for multiple hours a day. You know it's the source of many of your aches and pains, and it's not getting any better on its own. It's time to switch it up.
Aug 23, 2022
22 min
Mobility Vs. Stability
Ever wonder why you stretch you hamstrings day after day and you never gain an inch of lasting flexibility? Like Yin and yang, mobility and stability are the core principles of how your body functions.Todays episode will fundamentally change how you perceive movement and recovery.
Jul 21, 2022
22 min
Controversy of Corticosteroids
Are steroid injections an effective treatment or do they mask the symptoms?Today we talk about why this standard of care stirs up some controversy.
Jun 8, 2022
14 min
Pain vs Function
A paradigm shift is taking place in the field of conservative health care. The wear and tear model of injury is out-dated and function reigns over pain. What does that mean?Well it means a completely ruptured muscle hurts less than a partial tear. A 94 year old marathoner can give Dr. Uchacz a run for his money. And when executed probably, exercise does not wear out joints. It  regenerates them. 
May 9, 2022
18 min
Anton Joseph
Executive director of Strive Fitness, Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Inductee. Calgary Colts GM. Canada’s most sought after sport strength coach. Sport dream maker.Anton opens up about youth training and the formula for athletic success.Get started with Strive fitness Calgary: https://strivefitness.ca/
Apr 25, 2022
44 min
Brad Layzell and PX3 AMP
CEO and founder of PX3 AMP; Brad Layzell has bucked the status quo in youth sports. Brad explains why Canada is behind the curve when it comes to athletic development, resulting in an alarming amount of burn out and injury in our youth.  Brad and his team of field experts and former elite athletes have created a movement by developing a program that accelerates youth learning in a way that is both empowering and fun... Could the answer really entail smaller rinks, shorter seasons, and less sports specialization?Find out more about PX3 AMP online at: https://www.amp.academy/academyhockey.Or see the facility for yourself at Calgarys own Canada Olympic Park.
Feb 15, 2022
59 min
Lynda Roberts and Calgary Canoe Club
Director of the Calgary Canoe Club, Lynda Roberts, shares her passion for paddling sports, unique challenges these athletes face, and the breathtaking facility that overlooks Calgary's beloved Glenmore reservoir.
Jan 31, 2022
24 min
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