Train Smarter This Summer to Stay Ready for the Season Ahead
Summer in Canada is often seen as a break from structured training in winter sports like hockey, varsity athletics, skating, and dance. But it can also be an important time for athletes to focus on recovery, movement quality, and preparing their bodies for the demands of the upcoming season.
At Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab, we support athletes through physiotherapy-based care designed to help them move efficiently and recover well between training and competition. While many people come to see us because of pain or injury, athletes may also benefit from addressing mobility restrictions, rebuilding strength following a previous injury, and improving movement control before returning to higher training loads in the fall.
Why Work with Us This Summer?
Athletes who address mobility restrictions, strength deficits, or lingering issues early are often better prepared for the physical demands of their sport during the season. During an initial assessment, our team looks at how you move, including areas such as mobility, stability, strength, and control. This helps guide an individualized rehab and recovery plan tailored to the athlete’s needs and sport demands.
In sports that involve sprinting, cutting, and rapid changes in direction, many injuries occur during deceleration and uncontrolled movement. Our rehabilitation approach focuses on helping athletes improve control, coordination, and movement efficiency to support safer performance and recovery.
Our goal is to help athletes recover fully, move confidently, and stay prepared for the season ahead.
Common Reasons Athletes Seek Physiotherapy Support in the Offseason
Address Mobility and Movement Restrictions
Targeted rehabilitation exercises can help improve mobility, stability, and muscle control in areas affecting efficient movement.
Support Physical Recovery
Physiotherapy can help address lingering weakness, stiffness, or discomfort related to previous injuries or repetitive strain.
Support a Safe Return to Sport
Sport-specific rehabilitation helps athletes gradually transition back into football activities following injury.
Improve Recovery Between Training Sessions
Structured recovery strategies can support muscle recovery and help manage physical fatigue throughout the season.
Prepare for the Physical Demands of Sport
Progressive rehabilitation and conditioning can help athletes prepare for sprinting, contact, and rapid directional changes.
Build Confidence in Movement
Improved control and stability can help athletes feel more comfortable and confident during practices and competition.
Treatment Techniques To Help You Play Your Best
Movement Assessment & Correction
Detailed assessments identify mobility, coordination, and muscle activation issues so corrective exercises can improve alignment and efficiency.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on treatment improves tissue mobility and joint range of motion to support better movement during training.
Strength & Neuromuscular Training
Neuromuscular training improves coordination between the brain and muscles while restoring strength and stability.
Plyometric & Agility Training
Explosive drills improve power, landing control, cutting mechanics, and safe directional changes.
Concussion Baseline & Recovery Support
Pre-season cognitive and physical baselines help guide safe recovery if a concussion occurs.
Recovery & Load Management
Sleep, hydration, and workload strategies help athletes recover properly and reduce overuse injuries.
Stay Ready When the Season Starts
Summer is the ideal time to address lingering injuries and build your physical foundation before full-contact practices begin. If you want to improve movement quality, manage your training load, and prepare your body for the demands of the season, Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab is here to help.
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The Team That Makes It Happen
Andrew Convery, BAHSc Hons AT, CSEP-PT
Certified Athletic Therapist (C)
Carolina Rotondo, MPT, Hons BSc, Cert MDT
Registered Physiotherapist
Christina Camilleri, RMT, BAHSc Hons AT
Certified Athletic Therapist (C), Registered Massage Therapist
Dr. Roslyn Eng, DC, Hons BSc Kin
Doctor of Chiropractic
Michelle Davies
Client Experience Manager
Onika Green, Cert MPC, MHK
Mental Performance Consultant
Pat Stanziano, MPT, Hons BScKin, Cert MDT, Dip Sport Physio
Registered Physiotherapist, Sport Physiotherapist
Thomas Stavro Sholdoff, MscPT, Hons BA Kin
Registered Physiotherapist
Tania Tajik, MScPT, Hons BSc, Cert MDT
Registered Physiotherapist
Spinach & Feta Breakfast Wrap
This quick breakfast wrap is packed with protein, healthy fats, and vegetables to help keep you energized throughout the morning. It’s a great option for busy mornings and can easily be made ahead of time for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 whole wheat tortilla
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ avocado, sliced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: salsa or hot sauce
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add spinach and cook until slightly wilted.
- Whisk eggs and pour into the skillet.
- Cook while stirring gently until eggs are set.
- Warm the tortilla and fill with egg mixture.
- Top with feta, avocado, and optional salsa.
- Wrap tightly and serve warm.
Fuel Your Morning with Balanced Nutrition
Starting your day with a combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber can support energy levels, improve focus, and help keep you full longer. Small nutrition choices each morning can have a big impact on overall wellness and recovery.