Let's Move Canada Podcast

Patrick Anderson is largely considered to be the best wheelchair basketball player in the world and one of the greatest to have ever played the game. His talents on and off the court have garnered him international fame as a great role model and fabulous ambassador of the sport.

Martin Gibala is a professor at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada, and currently serves as chair of the Department of Kinesiology. Dr. Gibala is an integrative physiologist who studies the mechanistic basis of exercise responses in humans, and associated health impacts. His pioneering research on the topic of interval training has helped to establish the efficacy of brief, intense exercise to enhance physical fitness in both healthy individuals and people with chronic diseases. A 2017 profile in The New York Times concluded, “Martin Gibala is the scientist we most have to thank for the popularity of very brief, very hard exercise.” Dr. Gibala has authored more than 125 publications in scientific journals, several of which rank in the top 1% of their academic field based on total citations. He has also coauthored a bestselling book on the science of time-efficient exercise, The One-Minute Workout: Science Shows a Way to Get Fit That’s Smarter, Faster, Shorter (Penguin Random House, 2017). The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates! This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

With a 20-year career in chronic disease and exercise, Sara is a leader in the movement of clinically-based medical fitness programs and the founder of LIVE WELL. With a professional background in cardiac rehab programming and diabetes, Sara launched LIVE WELL in 2011 with a deep passion and recognition of a gap in our healthcare system for medical fitness programs which allow people to be highly successful in a safe, supportive, supervised exercise environment. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates! This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Brent Bishop is a national on-air fitness expert, celebrity trainer and published author. He is also the founder of Think Fitness Studios, performance-inspired conditioning centers in Toronto. He is currently fitness expert on CityTV’s daytime show, Cityline and has made several media appearances on North American networks including KTLA, WFLA Daytime, The Marilyn Denis Show, Global TV, Etalk, ET Canada, Breakfast Television, CityTV to name a few. Additionally, he is a regular contributor to numerous print media such as Best Health Magazine, Canadian Health and Lifestyle, Fitness Business Canada, Inside Fitness Magazine, Canadian Living and Sweat Equity Magazine. With over 25 years in the fitness industry, Bishop dedicates himself to inspiring the active lifestyle through fitness, adventure and media.The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates! This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Ted is the President and Founder of LifeIsAthletic, an advocate and thought leader for meaningful Health and Physical Education as a gateway to proactive medicine. He is a former Ontario Board representative for Physical and Health Education (PHE) Canada advocating and promoting the importance of quality daily health and physical education programs in schools across Canada. He is a certified personal trainer with The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiologist (CSEP). Ted was the recipient of the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association’s Outstanding Contribution Award in 2008. He completed his MA in Physical and Health Education with a research focus in student success and teacher-student rapport. Mr Temertzoglou is a former Ontario Board representative for Physical and Health Education (PHE) Canada advocating and promoting the importance of quality daily health and physical education programs in schools across Canada. He is a certified personal trainer with The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiologist (CSEP). Mr Temertzoglou was the recipient of the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association’s Outstanding Contribution Award in 2008. He completed his MA in Physical and Health Education with a research focus in student success and teacher-student rapport. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates! This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

James Joyce is currently a Harvard University student. Listen to his interview with CHFI advisor, Meimei Weston, as he speaks about balancing physical a healthy lifestyle with college life.

Meimei Weston, a Harvard graduate and athlete, speaks with Calliste Skouras about life as a university student. Calliste attends Harvard University and is currently on the rowing team.

Meimei Weston is a Harvard University graduate and accomplished athlete. She rowed for the Class of 2004 Cup in Washington, the Knecht Cup in New Jersey, and the IRA National Championships. She is currently working as a research assistant in Oslo, Norway in the field of sustainable energy and is an advisor for the Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Tommy Europe is a Canadian actor, stunt man, professional trainer and former professional Canadian football defensive back who played eleven seasons in the CFL. He is the owner of TommyEurope.tv, an online fitness community that has videos, social networking, E-Books, meal plans and fitness programs. In 2009 he released his Target Training Series of E-Books and was voted BEST personal trainer in The Georgia Strait. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Nicole Addison is a highly accomplished Food Blogger, Canadian Media Dietitian & Nutrition Communications Expert with a proven track record of building a thriving online presence 'Nourished by Nic' and establishing valuable partnerships within the food and nutrition industry. With a balanced and approachable take on nutrition Nicole is known for orchestrating impactful campaigns that merge easy & accessible recipes with evidence-based nutrition tips to engage and educate a wide audience. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Canadian based trainer and Under Armour Athlete, Saman began her fitness journey in 2017 after the birth of her third child. She quickly grew to love fitness and all the benefits that it brought her mentally, emotionally and physically. It was this positive transformation, particularly in her mindset that made her want to pursue a career in fitness to inspire and help others to become the best version of themselves. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Hamoon Derafshipour is an Iranian karateka. He qualified for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan, where karate was featured for the first time, as part of the International Olympic Committee Refugee Olympic Team. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Dr. Jonathan Chung is a Toronto-based chiropractic doctor, certified personal trainer, and performance manager for OverActive Media. He focuses on the Toronto Defiant and Toronto Ultra esports teams. Jonathan also works with 1HP, an esports rehab company, and is committed to improving the health and performance of gamers through ergonomic advice and psychological support. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Based in Toronto, Canada and working globally, Erin is a passionate health and wellness expert – a hybrid fitness leader and communications expert. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Erin is an award-winning group fitness instructor, personal trainer and health coach. Erin brings passion to every class she teaches and every client she works with. erinphelan.com The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Julie Daniluk is an expert in anti-inflammatory foods and holistic nutrition. She is the author of "Becoming Sugar-Free", "Meals That Heal Inflammation", and "Hot Detox". juliedaniluk.com The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada

Madison Mailey is an Olympic Gold Medalist and member of Canada’s “Girls in the Boat” eight-women crew that triumphed at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. The Let's Move Canada Podcast is dedicated to sharing the incredible stories of Canadian athletes and health and wellness advocates!  This podcast is brought to you by The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute. The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute inspires active citizenship to enhance the physical, mental, and spiritual health of all Canadians to help make Canada the fittest nation on Earth by December 31, 2030. Go to chfi.fit or letsmovecanada for more information. Follow us on social media! Instagram @letsmovecanada Facebook @letsmovecanada Twitter @letsmovecan Tiktik @letsmovecanada