Lab Health Physio - James Bay

04/13/2026

April is cancer awareness month. For those facing a cancer diagnosis, it can be an overwhelming journey into the unknown, but tools like Lancaster University’s "metaphor menu" can provide vital perspective and mental clarity. Establishing a strong support system is essential, particularly through physical activity which helps manage treatment fatigue and significantly improves recovery outcomes.

Lab Health’s cancer rehab physio, Nadine Stunzi, is available to help you navigate these physical challenges by creating a tailored plan that treats exercise as medicine.
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/locations/lab-health-physio-esquimalt/book #/staff_member/34/treatment/187

To learn more about navigating your journey with metaphors and professional physical support, we invite you to click below and read the whole blog.
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Cancer is a scary word. Most of us have been touched by cancer, whether in a family member, friend, or personal experience. It is made more terrifying because after a diagnosis, outcomes are measured in probabilities and statistics. Facing the unknown puts us out of balance, making it difficult to p...

04/04/2026

🥳Today marks 9 years since Lab Health Physio first opened its doors with a simple mission: to help our community reconnect with the activities they love. From our home in the Esquimalt and James Bay communities, it’s been nearly a decade of movement, recovery, and resilience.

We are so grateful to you, our patients, for letting us be part of your wellness journey. Whether we’re working together in the pool or prepping you for your next run, you inspire everything we do.

Here’s to many more years of staying active together! 🥳
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04/03/2026

Our team will be busy collecting Easter eggs this weekend🐇The James Bay and Esquimalt clinic will be closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with limited practitioner availability and our all-star admin team returning Monday.

Appointments can always be booked or modified online by logging into your client profile with the link below👇
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
Phone messages and emails will be answered on Monday

From our LAB Health Family to yours, Happy Easter!
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04/01/2026

The is a little over a week away and we are getting ready 👟

Join us April 11th to run, walk, pole, and roll alongside our neighbours, family, and friends for this scenic and community-minded event! New to running? No problem! Check out our heart Rate blog for tips on exercising in optimal HR zones depending on your activity of choice.

While its on your mind, click the link below to sign up today for the Esquimalt 5K and Kids 1K Fun Run!
https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/esquimalt-5k-and-kids-fun-run-2026
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Heart Rate Zones: What are yours?With the rise in popularity of biometric tracking devices like fitbits, apple watches, garmins, etc. heart rate monitoring has become an increasingly popular method of tracking fitness and workout intensity. Using these devices allows instant feedback with a simple g...

03/30/2026

Have you heard about the latest trend in endurance training? As we approach Victoria's outdoor fitness season and strap on our wearable health tech like Fitbits, Apple Watches, and Garmins, it has become easier than ever to track your training zones, and "Zone 2" training is gaining popularity!
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Curious about what Zone 2 training is and whether it could help you reach your fitness goals? Check out our blog for the details!
Thinking of kicking off the season with a community-minded event? Register today to run, walk, pole, or roll the Esquimalt 5k and Kids 1k Fun Run today!
Esquimalt Parks and Recreation

Zone 2 TrainingOver the past year or so wearable health technology like a fitbit, Apple Watch or Garmin shows you which training zone you are in currently while exercising. There is a popular movement among endurance athletes towards aiming for ‘zone 2’ training. Zone 2 refers to a level of acti...

03/18/2026

Running is one of the best ways to strengthen your joints and keep your body resilient, but staying injury-free often comes down to the "24-hour rule" and managing your training load. Understanding how to progress responsibly is the secret to consistent, long-term performance.

Our latest blog post dives deep into the 80/20 training rule and the common signs of tissue stress to be adressed. Check out the full blog to master your mileage, and be sure to book an assessment with one of our practitioners if you’d like advice on safely incorporating more physical activity into your life!
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Injury prevention for runners. A guide to avoiding errors in training load that may harm tissues such as muscle, bone, ligament, and tendon.

03/06/2026

The last "Spring Forward" ever? 🌸
British Columbia, its time to find our rhythm. As we shift our clocks this weekend, we're saying goodbye to the "fall back" grind for good. Managing your circadian rhythm is about to get a lot more consistent and we're here to help you optimize it!

Stop by the LAB Lounge to dive into the science of your internal clock and learn how a steady light-dark cycle boosts your mental ans physical resilience.
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What are circadian rhythms?Circadian rhythms are the daily ~24 hour cycles of your body clock. Although we often focus conversations about circadian rhythms to sleep and energy, there are actually other reasons to discuss this essential body clock. The 24 hour cycle is interwoven into a wide variety...

03/03/2026

🌞🚶‍♀️Daily walking offers profound health benefits ranging from improved cardiovascular health and bone density to enhanced mental clarity and sleep quality. This accessible form of movement is particularly effective at combating osteoporosis in women and reducing heart disease risks in men, all while burning significant calories over time.

Walking also provides a wonderful way to connect with the Victoria community, explore local hidden gems, and keep your furry friends happy. To learn more about staying active, click below to read the full article in the Lab Lounge and book an assessment with one of our talented practitioners to get on track!
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Don't forget! $1 from every appointment until March 31st will be donated to the Esquimalt 5K and Kids 1k Fun Run - Victoria's most scenic and community-minded event! Register here:
Esquimalt Parks and Recreation

Everyone knows exercise is important. Whether that is lifting weights, running, swimming, biking, hiking or whatever it is. But what about the benefits of just walking?Physical activity (such as walking) has many health benefits, including decreasing risk in developing cardiovascular diseases, decre...

02/03/2026

Menopause is a natural and inevitable part of aging for women. Don't let hormonal shifts put a pause on your passions. Book a peri-menopause/menopause physiotherapy assessment with BETH today!
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What is Perimenopause?Menopause is a natural and inevitable part of aging for women. Technically speaking, menopause has occurred when a woman has gone 12 months without menstruating. This follows the period of perimenopause, which is when hot flashes, hormone fluctuation, mood swings, memory loss,....

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from the LAB Health Team! 🎄 We’re off to enjoy some quality time with our loved ones, but we haven't forgotten about you!
🛠️ Manage your schedule 24/7: Skip the phone tag and log into your client profile anytime to manage your upcoming appointments. Just click the link below!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
We’ll be back in action between the holidays and ready to hit the ground running in the New Year! See you soon! 💪✨

12/09/2025

WOW👏 JUST WOW!👏👏
A HUGE, heartfelt THANK YOU to every incredible member of the LAB Health community who showed up and donated socks 🧦 during our November Sock Drive! You absolutely crushed it! 💪

It was our genuine pleasure to drop off your mountain of roasty-toasty sock donations to .kitchen.society in Esquimalt so that they could include the gift of warm, dry feet in their annual holiday gift bags for our community members who need them most this winter. You brought comfort and warmth!

A special mention to who lovingly knit hats and gloves to include ☃️

11/27/2025

DON'T WAIT 💥 We have limited practitioner availability💥 for initial assessment appointments this year.
Already a patient? Don't put your treatment plan on hold over the holidays, book with your practitioner before spots are gone!!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
Did you know we can direct bill most extended health benefit plans? That means less hassle and fewer out-of-pocket fees for you. Whether you're a local or just visiting, we can help you stay on track with your recovery goals without the financial stress.

Book now and let us help with your joint replacement recovery, hip & knee pain, osteoarthritis, back pain, strength loss, post-concussion recovery, vestibular issues, shoulder pain, fall prevention & balance, osteopathic manual therapy & more!
Don't wait—book your appointment today and let us handle the paperwork so you can focus on your health!


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