By Caitlin Kamminga
At The Joint Physiotherapy, movement isn’t just something we treat – it’s something we live. This summer, we’re sharing a peek into our past and present: the sports, activities, and passions that shaped our team.
This is The Way We Move—and the reasons why we’re so passionate about helping you stay active.
Bobby McGugan wrote: “I’ve always been a bit of a movement junkie—whether I was crashing into a volleyball net, sprinting the court in basketball, lacing up for a run, or flying down a hill on my snowboard (sometimes upright, sometimes not). Growing up, being active wasn’t a chore—it was just what I did. It taught me grit, humility, how to work as a team, and how to shake off a wipeout with style (okay, sometimes with a limp).
Now, movement looks a bit different. It’s not always about chasing trophies or playing in front of a crowd—it’s about chasing that feeling. You know the one: when your body and mind are in sync, and you remember why you love to move in the first place. Whether it’s hiking, gym sessions, pickleball, a round of golf, a long run, or just neighbourhood walk with a coffee in hand, movement is still how I recharge, stay grounded, and feel good.
As a physio, I get it—getting back into movement after an injury (or after life throws you off course) can feel intimidating. But I’ve also seen the magic in finding your groove again. At The Joint Physiotherapy, we live for those moments—helping people reconnect with their bodies, find joy in movement again, and maybe even laugh along the way.
So, if you’ve been battling an injury—or just need that little push—we can help. You don’t have to run marathons or pull Olympic lifts. Just move in a way that feels good. Dance, stretch, hike, chase your dog, play with your kids. This summer, we’re sharing The Way We Move—and we hope it gets you moving too.”
Karen Duffy wrote: “I’ve recently discovered a love for Pilates, and it’s quickly become one of my favourite ways to stay active. I joined Club Pilates—conveniently located right next to The Joint—and now spend several hours a month there building strength, improving flexibility, and boosting my overall mobility. It’s an incredible workout that I’d highly recommend to anyone looking to feel stronger and move better every day!”
Tiffany Rizko wrote: “Wellness, and specifically physical activity, has always been an active pursuit of mine – maintaining, growing, and striving to be the best I can be in the body I’m in! Life lessons were experienced not only on the soccer pitch, but also while slipping on knee pads for volleyball, wiping out in any body of water, (attempting) to drive a golf ball on Father’s Day, playing a casual game of spike on the weekend, strapping in to climb some rocks on the way to the campsite… The opportunities are endless, and I want to experience them all! The learning, teaching, and psychology involved with activity and sport will always be a passion of mine that I want to seek out for as long as possible, while encouraging others to seek out their own adventures with activity and movement.”
Candace Mazur wrote: “Gymnastics and diving have always been a big part of my life. They’ve taught me how to move with confidence, stay connected to my body, and most importantly – have fun with movement. Whether it’s a dive off a dock or a handstand in a new city, these sports continue to keep me active and tumbling around the world. They’ve shaped how I see movement: not just as exercise, but as a way of life. That perspective naturally led me to become a physical therapist. I love helping people rediscover the kind of strength, balance, and freedom that movement brings – no matter their age or ability. For me, movement has always been more than just sport; it’s joy, expression, and something I hope to share with others for life.”
Christine Christianson wrote: “I have 4 reasons:
I move because moving reminds me that I can do hard things, and moving gives me a sense of accomplishment when I push myself to achieve goals I didn’t think were possible.
I move because I want to be a role model for my kids and to show them that leading an active lifestyle is fun and life-giving.
I move because doing so puts me with amazing humans who also like to move. They challenge and encourage me to be better and stronger.
I move because it makes me a healthier person, not only physically but mentally and emotionally. Movement helps me to clear my head and be a more present and focused parent, wife, and physio. (I also enjoy the fact that I am able to chase my kids and carry my children in and out of car-seats without hurting myself!)
Caitlin Kamminga wrote: “The connection between all my athletic endeavours – competitive swimming, ultimate frisbee, biking, skiing, skating, and now running – is the constant drive to maintain and improve my body. After all, my body is the tool I use to enjoy the world around me. Being active has allowed me to learn how to push myself mentally and physically, making me a better person overall. Plus, the adrenaline rush you get during a good workout, having fun playing a game, or going out into the sun are all part of the physiology that makes us human. I want to take advantage of all that life has to offer, even if that means working hard and rising to the challenge. It’s why I’m passionate about helping others, especially the swimmers I coach, to keep moving.”
Graham Glennie wrote: “There are huge rewards for finding sports and activities that become lifelong pursuits. For me, being active has been beneficial to both my career as a physiotherapist and in my personal & family life. Sports challenge me to learn how to succeed and manage failures and losses. It’s also taught me how to keep myself at my physical and mental best. I’ve gained many good friends and relationships through these pursuits. And as an older parent, I want to continue to be active with my kids and be a role model for them.”
We all hope this inspires you to find what moves you, and to ultimately move yourself in any way that is fun!
At The Joint Physiotherapy, we’ll support you every step of the way!