Registered Kinesiology

Working with a Registered Kinesiologist (R. Kin) can improve your overall health by providing personalized, evidence-based movement strategies that enhance physical function and reduce pain.
Their expertise in biomechanics and rehabilitation helps optimize performance, prevent injuries, and promote long-term well-being.

Move better, feel better, live better—unlock your body's potential with a registered kinesiologist!

Is Kinesiology Right For Me?

You could benefit from Kinesiology services if you:

  1. Are an athlete or fitness enthusiast looking to optimize performance, prevent injury and improve recovery time

  2. Are an individual with ongoing chronic pain and would benefit from pain management and movement optimization

  3. Recovering from an injury or surgery

  4. Are an office worker looking to improve posture and prevent injuries from long-term sedentary behaviour

  5. Seniors looking to maintain mobility, balance and strength, which are essential for independence and fall prevention

  6. People with chronic health conditions – managing arthritis, diabetes, cardiovascular conditions etc.

  7. Pregnant or postpartum women looking to focus on safe exercise, core strength and postural support

  8. Children/Adolescents looking to support development, coordination, injury prevention

  9. Individuals managing weight loss or lifestyle changes – learning to support a sustainable exercise routine that aids in weight loss and health improvements

  10. Those with limited mobility – those with disabilities or movement restrictions can benefit from improving range of motion, balance and functional strength

What is Kinesiology?

Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement, combining principles of anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and psychology to understand how the body moves and functions. In practice, a Kinesiologist assesses movement, muscle function and posture using specialized techniques to identify imbalances, weaknesses, and patterns that may be affecting an individual’s physical health and performance.

Kinesiology can help individuals by identifying and addressing the root causes of pain, movement restrictions, or physical dysfunctions. It is valuable in developing personalized exercise and rehabilitation programs that enhance mobility, improve strength, reduce pain and prevent injury. By understanding the body’s mechanics, kinesiologists can help individuals achieve better posture, flexibility and overall function, whether they are recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, returning to exercise, building a fitness routine or optimizing athletic performance.

Benefits of Kinesiology

The importance of kinesiology lies in its holistic approach to physical health. By focusing on the interconnectedness of muscles, joints and nervous system function, Kinesiology provides a foundation for sustainable wellness. It empowers people to understand and respect their bodies, promoting long-term health and vitality.

Promote health and well-being

Prevent, manage and rehabilitate injuries

Treat illness and support chronic disease

Restore function and range of motion

Optimize performance in clinical settings, sport, workplace and fitness

Pain relief and management

Improve mobility and flexibility

Posture correction

Stress reduction

Return to exercise postpartum

Safe exercise programming for pregnancy

Improve body awareness

Support long-term wellness

Ashley Endicott R.Kin, PTA

Registered Kinesiologist
Certified Pilates Instructor
Women’s Health Specialist

Ashley is a Registered Kinesiologist, Certified Pilates instructor and CSEP Certified Personal Trainer. With her degree from Western University in Clinical Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science and additional certifications, Ashley designs wellness programs that prioritize your individual needs and health goals.

As a Certified Pilates instructor her approach guides individuals through a holistic experience that fosters strength, flexibility, rehabilitation, and mindful movement. Drawing from an athletic background as a competitive swimmer, Ashley infuses practical experience into her programming, creating a dynamic and effective exercise experience for all her clients. 

Ashley is an advocate for accessible exercise and her dedication to inclusivity ensures that the fitness environment encourages individuals from all fitness levels and backgrounds. Whether you are a beginner in the movement space or more advanced in your practice, she is a firm believer that everyone deserves the opportunity to embrace a healthier lifestyle and find a love for movement. Ashley looks to educate and inspire all of her clients to form healthy habits and accomplish their health and wellness goals long-term.

Outside of work Ashley enjoys hiking, playing with her dog and spending time outside with her family and friends! 

FAQ

  • In Ontario, kinesiology services may be covered by certain extended health benefits plans, although they are not included in the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).

    • Health Spending Accounts (HSA) or Wellness Spending Accounts allow flexibility for covering various services provided by regulated health professionals, including kinesiologists

    • Tax Credit - Services from a Registered Kinesiologist in Ontario can be claimed as a medical expense on your tax return, which can offset costs if not fully reimbursed by insurance. they are tax-deductible if not covered by insurance companies.

    1. Comprehensive assessment – MSK clinical assessment – complete health history, movement analysis,

    2. Build a plan – treatment approach combining movement modalities – by implementing evidence-based principles, a treatment program will be developed and tailored to your individual goals and needs

    3. Getting started – exercise and movement prescription recommendations are built in a progressive way to retrain your brain to re-connect with healthy movement, body awareness and lifestyle demands that matter most to you.

    4. Build independence – confidence to do exercises on your own!

  • Initial Assessment (75 minutes) $130

    This allows us to have time to go through health history, lifestyle assessment (physical activity levels, current/past injuries, lifestyle), daily routines (sleep, nutrition, stress levels), goal setting, physical assessment (posture, movement patterns, range of motion testing, flexibility, strength, balance, identify mobility restrictions), functional movement analysis, education on treatment plan and steps forward

    Follow Up Appointment (60 minutes) $110

    • Treatment Plan discussion

    • Progress evaluation – any changes in pain, mobility, strength or flexibility

    • Exercise-based therapy

    • Goal check-in

    • Home programming for long-term maintenance

  • Call us at (905) 999-5153 to book your appointment, or visit Ashley’s availability on our online booking page and book yourself in here!