Lab Health Physio - James Bay

05/16/2026

What is your May long weekend vibe?
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The James Bay and Esquimalt clinics will be closed Saturday through Monday and our all-star practitioners and admin team will return Tuesday.
Appointments can always be booked or modified online by clicking the link below and logging into your client profile 👇
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
Phone messages and emails will be answered on Tuesday.

From our LAB Health Family to yours, Happy May Long Weekend!
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05/01/2026

🏓 It’s time to gear up for an amazing pickleball season, and a few quick checks are all you need to ensure you hit the court with confidence and joy! By testing your balance, leg strength, and agility now, you can focus on the fun and social side of the game while keeping yourself safe from injury. Embracing these simple preparations today means more "thwacks" of the ball and plenty of successful matches all season long!

​Ready to play your best? Book your pickleball season readiness assessment today to get a personalized plan for the court!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/locations/lab-health-physio-james-bay/book #/staff_member/5/treatment/273
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By Mark Dale, Physiotherapist — Esquimalt, BCSpring is officially in the air, and at Lab Health Physio, we can practically hear the "thwack" of the ball echoing from the local courts! Whether you’re a seasoned "Pickler" or a curious newcomer, there is no denying that pickleball has taken Canada ...

04/22/2026

Today is Administrative Professionals Day 🩵, and we are shining a massive spotlight on the three incredible women who keep our clinic moving from behind the scenes: Kayla, Bri, and Joanne.
Even though they work remotely, their impact is felt in real-time every single day. They are the essential link in our care—providing seamless phone support for our patients and dedicated electronic support for our practitioners. Whether they are navigating a complex schedule or answering a patient's urgent question, they handle it all with grace, precision, and a genuine commitment to our community's wellness. 🤝✨
We couldn't provide the level of care we do without their multitasking magic and digital expertise!
Please join us in the comments by leaving a "thank you" for this amazing trio! 🌼💪
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04/13/2026

April is cancer awareness month. For those facing a cancer diagnosis, it can be an overwhelming journey into the unknown, but tools like Lancaster University’s "metaphor menu" can provide vital perspective and mental clarity. Establishing a strong support system is essential, particularly through physical activity which helps manage treatment fatigue and significantly improves recovery outcomes.

Lab Health’s cancer rehab physio, Nadine Stunzi, is available to help you navigate these physical challenges by creating a tailored plan that treats exercise as medicine.
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/locations/lab-health-physio-esquimalt/book #/staff_member/34/treatment/187

To learn more about navigating your journey with metaphors and professional physical support, we invite you to click below and read the whole blog.
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Cancer is a scary word. Most of us have been touched by cancer, whether in a family member, friend, or personal experience. It is made more terrifying because after a diagnosis, outcomes are measured in probabilities and statistics. Facing the unknown puts us out of balance, making it difficult to p...

04/04/2026

🥳Today marks 9 years since Lab Health Physio first opened its doors with a simple mission: to help our community reconnect with the activities they love. From our home in the Esquimalt and James Bay communities, it’s been nearly a decade of movement, recovery, and resilience.

We are so grateful to you, our patients, for letting us be part of your wellness journey. Whether we’re working together in the pool or prepping you for your next run, you inspire everything we do.

Here’s to many more years of staying active together! 🥳
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04/03/2026

Our team will be busy collecting Easter eggs this weekend🐇The James Bay and Esquimalt clinic will be closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with limited practitioner availability and our all-star admin team returning Monday.

Appointments can always be booked or modified online by logging into your client profile with the link below👇
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
Phone messages and emails will be answered on Monday

From our LAB Health Family to yours, Happy Easter!
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04/01/2026

The is a little over a week away and we are getting ready 👟

Join us April 11th to run, walk, pole, and roll alongside our neighbours, family, and friends for this scenic and community-minded event! New to running? No problem! Check out our heart Rate blog for tips on exercising in optimal HR zones depending on your activity of choice.

While its on your mind, click the link below to sign up today for the Esquimalt 5K and Kids 1K Fun Run!
https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/esquimalt-5k-and-kids-fun-run-2026
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Heart Rate Zones: What are yours?With the rise in popularity of biometric tracking devices like fitbits, apple watches, garmins, etc. heart rate monitoring has become an increasingly popular method of tracking fitness and workout intensity. Using these devices allows instant feedback with a simple g...

03/30/2026

Have you heard about the latest trend in endurance training? As we approach Victoria's outdoor fitness season and strap on our wearable health tech like Fitbits, Apple Watches, and Garmins, it has become easier than ever to track your training zones, and "Zone 2" training is gaining popularity!
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Curious about what Zone 2 training is and whether it could help you reach your fitness goals? Check out our blog for the details!
Thinking of kicking off the season with a community-minded event? Register today to run, walk, pole, or roll the Esquimalt 5k and Kids 1k Fun Run today!
Esquimalt Parks and Recreation

Zone 2 TrainingOver the past year or so wearable health technology like a fitbit, Apple Watch or Garmin shows you which training zone you are in currently while exercising. There is a popular movement among endurance athletes towards aiming for ‘zone 2’ training. Zone 2 refers to a level of acti...

03/18/2026

Running is one of the best ways to strengthen your joints and keep your body resilient, but staying injury-free often comes down to the "24-hour rule" and managing your training load. Understanding how to progress responsibly is the secret to consistent, long-term performance.

Our latest blog post dives deep into the 80/20 training rule and the common signs of tissue stress to be adressed. Check out the full blog to master your mileage, and be sure to book an assessment with one of our practitioners if you’d like advice on safely incorporating more physical activity into your life!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
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Injury prevention for runners. A guide to avoiding errors in training load that may harm tissues such as muscle, bone, ligament, and tendon.

03/03/2026

🌞🚶‍♀️Daily walking offers profound health benefits ranging from improved cardiovascular health and bone density to enhanced mental clarity and sleep quality. This accessible form of movement is particularly effective at combating osteoporosis in women and reducing heart disease risks in men, all while burning significant calories over time.

Walking also provides a wonderful way to connect with the Victoria community, explore local hidden gems, and keep your furry friends happy. To learn more about staying active, click below to read the full article in the Lab Lounge and book an assessment with one of our talented practitioners to get on track!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/

Don't forget! $1 from every appointment until March 31st will be donated to the Esquimalt 5K and Kids 1k Fun Run - Victoria's most scenic and community-minded event! Register here:
Esquimalt Parks and Recreation

Everyone knows exercise is important. Whether that is lifting weights, running, swimming, biking, hiking or whatever it is. But what about the benefits of just walking?Physical activity (such as walking) has many health benefits, including decreasing risk in developing cardiovascular diseases, decre...