The Competitive Edge: Strength Training for Soccer Athletes
Soccer players at every level — from youth just learning to dribble, to varsity athletes chasing championships, to adults playing for the love of the game — all want the same things: to perform better, stay healthy, and enjoy the sport for as long as possible. Yet, many players and coaches still rely almost entirely […]
Science of Strength: Resistance Training for Youth Aged 12–15
In my work with youth athletes at Lift Clinic, I’ve seen first-hand how resistance training can shape not just performance, but a young person’s confidence, coordination, and long-term love for movement. In my own youth, a focused period of strength training during one offseason from football was an absolute game-changer for me physically and in […]
Can You Return to Sport Without ACL Surgery? What Vancouver Athletes Need to Know
By Travis Dodds, Physiotherapist and Founder of Lift Clinic You just tore your ACL. You’ve been told you need surgery. But… do you? As a physiotherapist working with high-level athletes in Vancouver, I’ve seen firsthand that the path back to sport after an ACL injury isn’t always so black and white. The key message? Surgery […]
The Competitive Edge: Strength Training for Swimmers
By Travis Dodds, Physiotherapist and Founder of Lift Clinic Every swim season, I see a familiar story. A swimmer or parent walks into the clinic frustrated. The hours in the pool are stacking up, more meters & earlier mornings, but the progress has stalled. Sometimes it’s a shoulder that won’t settle. Sometimes it’s a time […]
Performing, Robust, Resilient: Empowering Kids 8-12 Through Strength Training
Table of Contents Really? Strength Training for Kids Age 8-12? As a physiotherapist, strength coach and founder of Lift Clinic, today I’d like to take some time to guide you through a deep dive on optimal physical development for kids age 8-12. Specifically, we advocate for kids to get a minimum of 1 hour moderate […]
Beat Neck Pain: Reclaim Your Active Life
If you’re reading this, then like me, you may have been through your share of neck pain. The first pain I can remember was back in my teens, a head to head collision in football left me seeing stars. For a few weeks afterwards, my neck was stiff and sore, but I moved on. In […]
Sand Science: What Beach Volleyball Athletes Need to Know About Training, Performance, and Injury Risk
Beach volleyball looks carefree—but any athlete who’s chased a dig across Kits Beach knows it’s serious business for your body. At Lift Clinic, we work with athletes who want to train hard, stay healthy, and elevate their game. This article breaks down the latest research on beach volleyball performance, injury risk, and training surfaces. Whether […]
Strong Moms: Returning to Fitness After Childbirth
A Mother’s Day reflection on healing, movement, and reclaiming your strength To all the moms out there—whether you’re navigating sleepless nights, stroller walks, or your first steps back into training—we see you. This journey takes strength, patience, and support. In honour of Mother’s Day, we’re sharing evidence-informed insights from the International Olympic Committee’s consensus on […]
Still Stiff After Stretching? Here’s What You’re Missing.
You’ve tried stretching. You’ve tried foam rolling. You’ve sat in pigeon pose and hoped it would make a difference. But what if your daily mobility routine wasn’t just something – what if it was the right thing? At Lift Clinic, we believe that small, intentional habits can lead to big results. And if you’re anything […]
The Runner’s Guide to Plantar Fasciitis: How Internet Tips Differ from a Physiotherapist’s Approach
Struggling with plantar fasciitis? Learn how what the internet says about prevention and treatment differs from the way a physiotherapist can create a personalized plan to help you recover quickly and run pain-free. Read Cindy’s inspiring success story here.