Motion in Sync

01/16/2026

Building Strong, Resilient Youth Athletes: More Than Just Physical Gains

At Motion in Sync, our Youth Athletic Development programs go far beyond just building strength or speed.

We prioritize smart, foundational movement training — helping young athletes learn to move well before they move fast. From there, we integrate brain-body training to develop adaptable, confident, and resilient athletes who are less prone to injury and better prepared for sport and life.

It’s not just about performance today — it’s about setting them up for success long-term.

💡 Want to learn more about our approach to Youth Development?

Visit motioninsync.ca or DM us to get started.

01/15/2026

Don’t Just Shrink an Adult Program and Call It Youth Training
Youth athletes need more than just “lighter” adult workouts.
At Motion in Sync, we use development-specific strategies to:

✔ Train the brain and body to move well
✔ Build strength in every direction
✔ Avoid chronic injuries and burnout
✔ Set athletes up for long-term success

The goal isn’t just short-term performance — it’s building capable, resilient athletes who enjoy sport for years to come.

01/12/2026

Let’s bust a few common fitness myths about aging.

You’ve probably heard things like:
– You can’t train to be athletic
– Pain is just part of getting older
– You should slow down as you age

Not true.
With smart, progressive training, you can build strength, confidence, and vitality at any age.

Aging doesn’t mean doing less—it means training smarter.

Save this post to remind yourself: your body is capable of more than you think.

01/12/2026

Joining us? https://www.motioninsync.ca/misfit-adult-kickstart-program/

01/07/2026

Strength on top of poor movement doesn’t make you stronger — it makes you vulnerable.

When you load dysfunctional movement patterns, you’re not building real strength or power. You’re reinforcing compensations, and increasing risk for injury. The body will always find a way to complete the task, but often at the cost of joints, tendons and muscles.

Improve movement, then you can load it. Don’t skip steps.

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

“If the exercise program you’re following causes pain or injury, or leaves you hanging on for dear life and counting down until it’s over, it’s time to find a better program. Training should be challenging enough to provide the stimulus needed to improve—but it should also excite you to show up. The right program fits your lifestyle, supports how your body is meant to move, and is something you can sustain both in the short term and for the long term.”

01/05/2026

Your Training Should Do More Than Make You Sweat

Our programs are about improving your life — how you move, how you feel, and how you age.

We use movement and exercise as tools for rehabilitation, then progressively guide you along the rehab-to-performance spectrum — training the brain–body connection and the physical capabilities needed to get the most from your body.

We dig deeper than the average gym because we’re not here to just burn calories.
We’re here to help you overcome what’s holding you back and move with confidence in everyday life.

If you want a cheap workout, there are plenty of options.
If you want to move better, feel better, and stay capable as you age — that’s what we do.

Send us a message to learn more!

01/05/2026

Our Youth programs kick back into full swing this week. Get in touch if you want your child to join. If numbers allow we will be running our 8 to 11 year old group. Let me know if you are interested.

01/04/2026

Can’t get anything done at home!

01/04/2026

Just because I believe that most people should avoid barbell backsquats, that does not mean I don’t believe people should squat at all.

Unless you are a Powerlifter or someone who competes in events that require Barbell Backsquats, there are better exercises both with regards to negative impact on the body and the overall postive stimulus that they create.

All exercises have an injury risk/reward ratio. If the risk outways the reward, find a better way to achieve the same or better results with less wear and tear on the body.

This applies to athletes and people just trying to be better at life.