Dr. Cindy Lewis, Chiropractor and Endurance Coach
D.C., B.Kin
Multisport Coach
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Dr. Cindy Lewis graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College following her degree in Honors Kinesiology from McMaster University. She has been an endurance athlete for most of her life and has spent years learning about the body's functions, biomechanics, injuries and how to optimize performance while minimizing the incidence of injury.
Dr. Lewis believes in taking a functional integrative approach in examining and treating her patients. She believes in treating a painful area but also looks at the whole patient to determine the cause of any dysfunctions related to her patient's complaints. She believes that educating the patient on his or her condition is of primary importance in order to work with them to correct any abnormal biomechanics and get them back to their active lifestyle. Dr. Lewis uses a variety of therapeutic techniques including Chiropractic manipulation of the spine and extremities, Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.) and other soft tissue modalities such as muscle stripping and trigger point therapy, and therapeutic modalities such as low intensity laser therapy and ultrasound. The rehabilitation process is essential and Dr. Lewis will work with the patient as they learn functional rehabilitation exercises to correct muscle imbalances and decrease the chance of injury or re-injury in the future.
Dr. Lewis has been a guest speaker for the Canadian Fitness Professionals annual trade show and conference's in Whistler and Toronto as well as a regular guest speaker for the Running Room. She has been a contributer to Breathe Magazine, Can Fit Pro Magazines, and newsletters for Multisport Canada, Toronto Women's Running Series and Marathon Dynamics. She has also been featured on TV shows including The Art of Building Bodies and Breakfast Television.
Dr. Sarah Cohen, Chiropractor
B.Sc.HK, CSCS, A.R.T. Provider
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Dr. Sarah Cohen graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College following her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa. She has spent the last seven years refining her skills in athletic therapy and rehabilitation while working with athletes at the city, varsity, provincial and national levels.
Dr. Cohen first turned to chiropractic after acquiring an injury that did not respond to the treatment of several health professionals. It wasn't until her chiropractor looked at the body as a functional system that they were able to pinpoint the problem and treat it accordingly. Dr Cohen believes that the body has the ability to work as an efficient system and that it should be treated as such. Her evaluation begins with a functional and structural neuromusculoskeletal and orthopaedic assessment. Her treatment consists of chiropractic manipulation of the spine and extremities, soft tissue therapy, Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.), low level laser, muscle stimulation, ultrasound, taping and strengthening exercises. Dr. Cohen is also a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and experienced personal trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Robbie Cheung, Physiotherapist
Robbie enjoy's applying his therapeutic approach to both athletic and non-athletic injuries. He has delivered Physiotherapy care in a variety of settings including: private orthopedic clinics, an intensive care unit (ICU), a geriatrics ward and a neurological rehabilitation unit.
His approach is based upon knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and the stages of tissue healing. It is his belief that each client must play an active role in injury prevention, rehabilitation and their overall health. Based on this foundation Robbie's therapeutic approach involves a combination of hands on Physiotherapy techniques, active client exercises and client education. Robbie believes each client needs to have an understanding of both their injuries and their therapy. Whether the goal is to return to athletic competition or to return to normal daily activities he enjoys helping each client meet their goals.
Outside of Physiotherapy, Robbie enjoys participating in a number of sports. He has been known to join teams before ever attempting the sport. His true athletic passion is basketball, which he has competed in over the past 15 years.
Dave Beauchamp, Physiotherapist
Dave is a registered physiotherapist who works with both athletes and everyday active people at Absolute Endurance. Dave has many years of experience as a personal trainer in Toronto and uses these skills along with his physiotherapy education to treat his patients from a holistic standpoint, involving both active and passive treatment modalities.
Deanna Dear, Massage Therapist
Deanna Dear is a Registered Massage Therapist with the College Of Massage Therapists Of Ontario. Deanna completed a three-year, 2200-hour college program at Centennial College. Deanna is trained in a variety of techniques including swedish massage, lymph drainage, pregnancy and infant massage, cranial sacral, facial work aka. NISA, joint mobs, rhythmic mobs, frictions, trigger point therapy and hydrotherapy. Deanna has experience with a variety of individuals, including senior citizens, pregnant woman and infants, individuals at variety village, fibromyalgia patients and individuals working in high stress jobs. Deanna has been trained to treat a variety of conditions, anything from arthritis, sprains, strains, tendonitis, sciatica to tension headaches and TMJ dysfunction. Overall, Deanna enjoys working with a variety of clientele and is very friendly and enthusiastic about her job, and encourages clients to make massage therapy a part of their healthy lifestyle.
Nicolette Sahner, Massage Therapist
Alan Chud, Endurance Coach and General Manager
Multisport Coach
C.P.G.A., Recreational Facility Management (Humber College)
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Alan Chud is both general manager and a Multisport Coach at Absolute Endurance. He is nationally certified as a Multisport Coach and provides programs and guidance to endurance athletes of all abilities from beginners wanting to run their first 5k race to more elite athletes looking to run the Boston Marathon or qualify for Ironman World Championships in Hawaii.
Alan is also golf professional and active member of the Canadian Professional Golfer's Association.
Alan has been training and racing in the sport of triathlon since 2002 - he has many top age group finishes and is a four time Ironman finisher. Alan has also completed three Boston Marathons.
Alan does still do some work in the golf business as well. He is the owner and president of THE CHUD GROUP INC, a company that specializes in project management, design, and development of golf courses, residential communities and related infrastructure.
THE CHUD GROUP INC is the Designer for the new Three Silos Golf Club in New Haven Connecticut and The new Dover Coast Project in Southwestern Ontario, is the Project Manager for The Coppinwood Golf Club, and was retained by the Oakdale Golf and Country Club to act as their Design Consultant and Project Manager in developing a 5-year master redevelopment plan for the club. THE CHUD GROUP INC. is also responsible for the design and project management of Rebel Creek Golf Club in Kitchener, Ontario. Alan was responsible for all aspects of the design, development and construction of this project including, but not limited to; capital budgeting, RFP preparation, contract negotiations, monthly variance analysis, Golf Course and Clubhouse design and commissioning.
Murray Drudge, Head Swim Coach
Head Swim Coach
Murray began coaching in 1978 in the Toronto area direct from a competitive swimming background at the National level. Investing ten years as an apprentice he worked under some of Canada's best professionals including world-renowned coach Paul Bergen with the Etobicoke swim club.
Beginning in 1988 he started a career as a head coach and quickly made a name for himself winning the National Age group title three years in row from 1991 with the Regina Optimist Dolphins. Murray has been a National Team coach for Canada including the Pan Pacific team in 1991 and has been on numerous tour teams since representing Canada and Ontario. Recently he was awarded the High Performance coach of the year for Ontario in 2005. His peers consider him one of the best stroke technicians for athlete development. Many of Canada's best swimmers credit Murray with their rise to International prominence, most recently NYAC'S Julia Wilkinson's now in Texas A& M.
He has been a stalwart in Ontario swimming and continues to produce swimmers for High performance as Head Coach for the North York Aquatic Club.
Tara Norton, Endurance Coach
Professional triathlete, multi-sport coach
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Tara Norton is a professional triathlete and multi-sport coach who lives and trains in Toronto.
Focused on long-course and Ironman races, Tara began her pro triathlon career in 2004. She has over a dozen Ironman races under her belt and has competed at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii each year since 2003. She followed up her 4th place finish at Ironman Lanzarote in 2006 with a 2nd place finish at the same race in 2007, and has a personal best Ironman finishing time of 9:32. Tara is working with her own coach, former Ironman World Champion, Scott Molina, on a training program that continues to make her stronger and faster, and she plans to add "Ironman Champion" to her resume in the not-too-distant future.
In addition to training and racing, Tara is also a key motivational speaker for Pure Momentum, a grassroots company that handles speaking appearances for Canada's best female athletes and other prominent female personalities.
As Head Coach at Absolute Endurance, Tara delivers top-notch coaching programs tailor made to suit athletes' individual needs by combining her motivational abilities and her years of racing and training experience with sound science. Tara's personal racing accomplishments and experience combined with her motivational abilities make her an ideal coach for athletes of any ability.
Megan Brown, Run Coach
Professional Runner, NCCP Level 1 and 2 Running Coach
Megan is one of Canada's top middle distance runners. She is also a NCCP Level 1 and 2 running coach. She is now on board with AETT's coaching staff and available for consultations with athletes looking to improve their running times. Some of her recent accomplishments include:
- 8 x Canadian University champion in Cross Country and Indoor Track
- 2008 Canada 10km road champion
- National Team Member at 2007 FISU track championships and 2008 Ekiden Road Relays
Personal Bests Include:
- 1500m = 4:12
- 3000m = 9:11
- 5km road = 15:51
- 10km road = 33:40
Megan is studying Physical Education and Health at the University of Toronto and has an extensive background in human anatomy, sports physiology, nutrition, exercise prescription and athletic conditioning. She is also in the process of obtaining her Personal Training certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Megan has an in depth knowledge of what it takes to be successful in the 5km, 10km, half marathon and marathon.
Kris Sheppard, Personal Trainer
HBA (KIN), CSCS, Personal Trainer, NCCP Level 2 Rowing Coach
While at Western Kris was a member of the Varsity Rowing Team. He is no stranger to high performance training and racing, competing at the provincial and national level for the UWO Rowing Team. Also, Kris comes to AETT with 8 years of coaching and training experience. Most notably, he coached the UWO Novice Rowing Team and was head coach at the London Rowing Club. Kris has experience working with athletes of all ages and skill level.
Through his experience as an athlete and coach, Kris has developed a passion for helping others achieve their goals through sport and fitness. He believes Wellness and Happiness ultimately come from a balance of all aspects of our lives. Furthermore, it is important to discover what drives us in training and in life; as the physical and mental strength we gain through training can be used to enrich many other aspects of our lives.
Currently, Kris has turned his interest to Triathlon competing in triathlon races from sprint to Ironman 70.3. Also, He is in the progress of completing the Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Nathan Bower, Personal Trainer
Tara Postnikoff, Nutritionist
Hon B.A., RNCP, CNP
Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Personal Trainer
E-mail Tara at tarap@absoluteendurance.com
Tara is a Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner, specializing in Sports Nutrition and a Personal Trainer. A personal lifestyle change and a growing interest in nutrition led her to leave the corporate world and pursue her career in nutrition full-time. Tara's interest in health and fitness is rooted in the idea that everyone can be and deserves to be healthy and fit.
Tara graduated from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition achieving First Class Honours and a diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition. She is a member in good standing of the International Organization of Nutritional Consultants (IONC). Tara also holds a Honours Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and minor in Biology from McMaster University.
Tara works with competitive athletes looking to optimize their performance and enhance recovery by analyzing individual dietary patterns and correcting nutritional weaknesses and imbalances. She also works with individuals who are looking to achieve optimal health through natural nutrition and active lifestyles. Tara uses a whole-body, holistic approach with each client, implementing incremental life changes in nutrition, health, and fitness.
In addition to a private practice, Tara is a regular Guest Speaker and Columnist on Nutrition, and an Instructor for the Running Room clinics. She is also an avid educator, providing nutrition seminars and presentations for summer camps and corporate events.
Always having lead an active lifestyle including competitive swimming as a youth, Tara started running in 2002 and has completed over 10 half marathons and a marathon. Tara's newest fitness passion is the sport of Triathlon.
Nadia Stokvis, Dietician
Nadia is a Registered Dietician and specializes in weight loss and sports nutrition. Her services are covered by most extended health care plans. She is available Thursdays 6pm to 10pm.
